Adopting a participant observer methodology, students will learn about the basics of Buddhist thought and practice by engaging directly and experimentally with this systematic Buddhist procedure for exploring the nature and function of one's own mind. The course is offered fully online, utilizing the Blackboard online learning platform. Students will learn practical techniques of meditation through online and offline reading, through listening to Real Audio content, and watching video clips online. Upon registration and payment, students will be given login and password to access course through their computer. These credits do not count toward student credit for financial aid.
Class is self-supporting and course fee pays for course costs.
Course is contingent upon minimum enrollment. Nonresidents and residents pay same fee. Course will run from January 29 - May 18, 2001.