A practical study of the basic linguistic techniques of learning languages in a non- formal setting and of the stages of second language acquisition. Offered fall semester. This course is designed to introduce students to the basic principles and strategies of community development. Students learn how to facilitate community development in impoverished communities in such a way that faith and appropriate technology are joined together to help reduce human drudgery, to alleviate poverty, and to contribute to a deeper understanding of spiritual truths. Emphasis is placed upon the developer's role as a facilitator of social change, the skills needed for facilitating social change, and an understanding of how communities adopt new ideas.
Students enroll in summer practica for six to eight weeks at an approved program site.
These practica provide an overview of sustainable agriculture, water resources, alternative energy, construction, communications, and micro- enterprises. This intensive hands-on application allows the student to appreciate the scope of community development. Offered upon sufficient request. Emphasis is placed on applying technologies of housing and construction, energy, food production, land management, manufacturing, and health and sanitation to community development projects. A study of the strategic elements for the successful transition of a family from their own culture into a different cultural setting.