Topics covered in each class meeting are listed below. Being prepared for class enables you to benefit to a much greater degree. Participating in class discussions is important for a number of reasons. It better enables me to assess how much you're learning and what's not getting through to students in the class. It also enables you to "test out" your understanding of the concepts and materials prior to examinations. Remember, there's no penalty for being wrong in class discussions -- its a way for you to integrate and apply concepts in preparation for the exams. You should use class discussions as a means of developing your understanding and integration the ideas and information. Perhaps more importantly, I think you will enjoy class more if you are an active participant in the learning process.

Learning Objectives:
Things that are intended for you to learn from each class (learning objectives) are linked under the "Meeting Date" column below. The objectives are intended to guide your learning by focusing your attention to the key issues, concepts, and ideas which form the building blocks for subsequently classes. It is also a way to be sure that you come away from each class with the information that was intended. I recommend previewing the objectives before class, then listening to the Class Cast after each class meeting. You should take an active role in your education -- if you haven't gotten the intended information, its up to you to use the necessary resources to get it!

Podcasts:
In addtion to Learning Objectives and Post-Tests, a podcast to reveiw (or preview) each class is available to you.

Click Here to access the list of podcasts.

Assignments:
Of course there are readings and assignments associated with each class meeting; you should complete them prior to the class meeting. Click on the Nav Bar to access the readings, assignments, or other activities related to each class below.

Being prepared for each class is essential. From an instructor's perspective, it's painfully obvious when a student is not prepared, particularly in a seminar where you are expected to actively participate in every class. Not all assigned materials will be discussed in class; you are still responsible for knowing the material nonetheless.

This course is required to meet for ten class meetings (excluding examinations) from 9:00 am to 10:25 am to comply with the minimum classroom instructional time as specified by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Education for a one credit hour course.