Specific strategies are presented based on global and cultural variables. Students apply diversity variables to learning and change situations that help them deal with pluralism in organizations and global situations. Credits Critical thinking reflecting on the assumptions underlying our actions and considering new ways of looking at the world and living in it is an essential skill for adults in complex times. Critical thinkers do not passively accept what they read, rather reflect to see new alternatives. Course is a comprehensive guide for helping adults learn how to make worthwhile contributions at work and influence those around them.
Students have an opportunity to identify and overcome personal and organizational barriers.
Distance Learning 3 Credits Course explores the fundamental scope of distance learning delivery systems, including historical context and theoretical basis. Course is application oriented and focuses on effectiveness of technologies and media s as well as course design. Students have an opportunity to develop a distance learning mini-course and present their design in multiple classrooms. Credits Interactive course focuses on increasing the student s ability to communicate and influence leaders, peers, participants and clients. Course focuses on strategies that increase students ability to interact with individuals and groups in these areas.