Evaluation is based on written tests, a research paper, a group project, and required reading. Ms. D. Bakker, Ms. A. Warners. Balancing Urban Growth, Outdoor Recreation, and the Environment. This course features canoeing areas of the wilderness canoe trail in the Everglades National Park, snorkeling in the Florida Keys, and exploring the back roads of Florida. As a part of this trip, students explore the history, present-day struggles, and the future of environmental preservation in the midst of increased demands for urban development and outdoor recreation in one of the United States' fastest growing areas.
Special emphasis is placed on developing an outdoor ethic within a Christian worldview.
In addition, students learn and practice a variety of outdoor skills such as outdoor cooking, canoeing, snorkeling, and kayaking. Students read and discuss selected articles and books on ecology and outdoor ethics prior to and during the trip. Mr. D. De Graaf. HE 307 Community Health. This course enables students to obtain and apply concepts and theories about health care in community settings.