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      Program offerings beginning summer quarter Schedule
Status Title Session DAY=days
EWS=evenings, weekends
  Adolescent Literature First DAY: M
  Anthropology Online Full DAY: Special schedule
  Better IEPs First DAY: T, Th
  Civil Rights, Civil Liberties I (To 1900) First DAY: T, W, Th, F
  Civil Rights, Civil Liberties II (Since 1900) Second DAY: T, W, Th, F
  Computers and Human Reason First EWS: M, W
  Creating Health With Awareness First DAY: T, W
Cancelled Creating Leisure Experiences First DAY: M, W
  Crime and Punishment (Via the Internet) Full EWS: Special schedule
  Crime Time First EWS: Special schedule
  Critical Thinking For Life and Work First EWS: T, Th
  Cross-Cultural Communication First EWS: Sat
  Cultural Diversity Continuum: Social Action Practice Full EWS: T, Th
  Dance Movement Therapy Second DAY: M, T, W, Th
  Economics for the Fun of It Second DAY: T, Th
Revised Economics of the Public Sector First EWS: M,T, W, Th
  Ethics at Work Second EWS: T, Th
  Experiencing the Middle East Full EWS: Special schedule
Revised Grantwriting Essentials First EWS: M, W
  History of Sexuality Second DAY: T, W, Th, F
Revised Human Resources: Management and Law Second EWS: Sat
  Human Rights and Islam First DAY: T, W, Th
  Identity, Power and Privilege First EWS: Special schedule
  Independent Study Online Full EWS: Special schedule
  International Administration Second EWS: Sat, Sun
  Juvenile Delinquency Prevention Second EWS: Special schedule
  Juvenile Recidivism and Rehabilitation Second EWS: Special schedule
  Labor History First DAY: M, T, W, Th
  Latin America: Culture-Politics-Music-Languages Full EWS: T, Th
  Lifespan Developmental Psychology Second EWS: M, W
Revised Love and War at Fort Flagler Second EWS: Special schedule
Cancelled Managing by Numbers First EWS: T, Th
  Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers First DAY: T, Th
  Nature v. Nurture First EWS: Special schedule
Cancelled Oral Eloquence: What Lincoln Can Teach Us Second EWS: T, Th
  Peopling the Pacific Northwest Second EWS: T, Th
  Place-Based Education Full EWS: M, W
  Political Controversies: the “Great Divide” (via the Internet) Full EWS: Special schedule
  Political Economy of Noam Chomsky Second DAY: T, W, Th
  Politics of Health Policy Development Second EWS: T, Th
  Practices Put to Work Full EWS: T
  Precalculus and Trigonometry First DAY: M, T, W, Th
  Professional Certificate First DAY: T, Th
  Professional Seminar in Special Education First DAY: T, Th
  Promise of Health First EWS:T, Th
  Psychoactive Drugs Second DAY: T, Th
  Psychology of Cancer First EWS: T, Th
Cancelled Reinventing American Government First DAY: T, Th
  Roots of Terrorism First EWS: M, W
  Sea Stories and Seamanship Full EWS: Special schedule
  Self Leadership First EWS: T, Th
  Sociology of Self and Society: Personal Identity and the McDonaldization of Culture First EWS: M, W
  Sociology, Introduction Second DAY: M, T, W, Th
  Special Education, Individual Contracts Full DAY: EWS: Special schedule
  Special Education, Introduction First DAY: M, W, Th
Cancelled Spiritual Development in a Diverse World: Communicating Across Differences Full EWS: M
  Statistics and Research Design, Introduction First EWS: M, W
  Statistics and Research Methods for Psychology and other Social Sciences First DAY: T, Th
  Studies in Therapy Through the Arts Full DAY: T, W, Th
  Theories of Counseling Second EWS: T, W
  U. S. Political Economy: 1865-2004 First DAY: M, T, W, Th
  Wilderness Leadership and Planning Full EWS: Special schedule
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Adolescent Literature

2 credits first session
Terry Ford, 867-6713
M, 9a-1p
CRN: 40003

Adolescent literature differs from children's literature to meet the developmental needs of middle and high school ages. Participants will learn about adolescent literature in an historical perspective, young adult development in reading and genres with representative authors and selection criteria. Participants will read and critique a variety of genre, developing a knowledge base of a variety of current authors, themes and classroom uses. Meets teaching endorsement requirements for middle level humanities and secondary English/Language Arts.

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Anthropology Online

8 credits full session
Nancy Cordell, 867-5305
M, 1-5p (on-line class that will meet on campus once a week)
Prerequisites: Students must have a computer and online access.
CRN: 40010

This online course explores the aims and accomplishments of anthropology and surveys its guiding concepts and approaches: biological anthropology, archaeology, linguistics and ethnology. The course covers aspects of genetics, evolutionary theory, human evolution, the origin and development of culture of hominins, the origin of agriculture and cultural complexity, and the diversity of modern human cultures. Most of the work for this course will be completed online; we will meet once a week on campus.

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Better IEPs

4 credits first session
TuTh, 8a-12p
Prerequisites: Previous special education classes or experience
Special expenses: Approximately $20 for printing and/or photocopying
CRN: 40018

This course will prepare students to develop IEPs that are legally correct and educationally useful. They will interpret a disabled student's assessment data and write effective IEPs including Present Levels of Performance, appropriate Annual Goals and Short Term Objectives. They will look at all stages of the IEP process and learn how to avoid crucial errors. Students will look at the changes in the new IDEA 2004 language, and will look at the difference between effective and problematic IEPs and show how incomplete and poorly done IEPs could mean a denial of FAPE (Free, Appropriate Public Education) resulting in possible lawsuits. Transition IEPs and 504 plans will also be covered.

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Civil Rights, Civil Liberties I (To 1900)

8 credits first session
Dave Hitchens, 867-6598
TWThF, 1-5p
CRN: 40033

The New Patriot Act of 2001 has had a sudden, deep impact upon long-standing aspects of citizenship. It is important to understand where our constitutional protections came from so we can better understand what challenges now exist. Consequently, examples of significant events we will study include: Zenger Trial, Salem Witch Trials, origins of the Bill of Rights, Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798, Cherokee Removal, Slavery and origins of segregation. There will be small group exercises and student presentations in addition to lectures, seminars, and discussions.

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Civil Rights, Civil Liberties II (Since 1900)

8 credits second session
Dave Hitchens, 867-6598
TWThF, 1-5p
CRN: 40034

The New Patriot Act of 2001 has had a sudden, deep impact upon long-standing aspects of citizenship. It is important to understand the origins of our constitutional protections and how they have changed so we can better understand the challenges that now exist. Examples of significant events we will study include segregation and race lynching, Espionage Act, 1917, Sedition Act, 1918, Japanese relocation, Red scares of 1920s and 1950s, Joe McCarthy and Anti-Communism and civil rights. There will be small group exercises and student presentations in addition to lectures, seminars, and discussions.

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Computers and Human Reason

See listing under Scientific Inquiry.

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Creating Health With Awareness

8 credits first session
Doranne Crable, 867-6085
T, 9a-5p; W, 9a-1p
Special expenses: $20-$40 for guest presenters
CRN: 40043

It is an accepted fact, in both traditional and alternative medicine, that our emotions affect our ability to heal. Increasing awareness of the connection between body awareness, mental attitudes and emotional responses has led to understanding the benefits of stress management, responsible life style choices, and knowing how to support ourselves and our loved ones in times of crisis. This course focuses on current studies about the integration of traditional and alternative medical practices in creating and maintaining good health. Through reading assigned and self-selected texts, presentations by guests who are professionals in traditional and alternative medical practices, yoga and meditation instruction, and journal reflections, students will develop individual awareness about how to make responsible choices that support creating and maintaining balanced health.

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Creating Leisure Experiences

cancelled



4 credits first session
Janette Parent, 867-6536
MW, 1-5p
Special expenses: $20 for field trips
CRN: 40044

Explore the work behind pastimes and play! This course will provide an introduction to recreation and leisure services. Students will explore major themes in public recreation, cultural services and public open spaces. Topics will include marketing, strategic planning, and the economics of recreation and leisure services opportunities. Subjects will be explored from various perspectives including the public, private, and non-profit sectors, and current trends impacting parks and recreation today.

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Crime and Punishment (Via the Internet)

4 credits either session or 8 credits full session
Jose Gomez, 867-6872
June 21, 7-9:30p (Will meet once on campus - rest of session via the Internet.)
Special expenses: $15/session for Internet resources
CRN: 40047 (full session); 40045 (1st session); 40046 (2nd session)

This course will take a critical look at controversial issues in the criminal justice system, including police misconduct and interrogation, mandatory minimum sentencing, decriminalization of medicinal marijuana and prostitution, needle exchange programs, the insanity defense, children tried as adults, privatization of prisons, and physician-assisted suicide. It will be taught via the Internet through a course web site, an electronic message board, a chat room for seminars, and e-mail. http://academic.evergreen.edu/curricular/criminaljustice/home.htm

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Crime Time

2 credits first session
Jane Wood, 239-2281 (message)
July 8-10: F, 6-10p; Sat/Sun, 9a-5p
Special expenses: $10 for field trip, guest speakers, handouts
CRN: 40048

This intensive weekend course will explore the media and its intricate relationship to crime. We will examine the effect of tabloidization on public opinions and perceptions regarding crime and deviancy and how those opinions translate into tougher laws and harsher punishment. We will study the effects of media on behavior and aggression, glamorization of violence and gangster culture and the characteristics of "responsible" and "irresponsible" programming. Students can expect to explore issues surrounding free speech, governmental intervention, and parental authority in great depth. Students will replicate relevant public opinion research, analyze various media, and participate in several small-group workshops.

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Critical Thinking For Life and Work

4 credits first session
Alan Nasser, 867-6759, nassera@evergreen.edu
TuTh, 6-10p
CRN: 40049

This class will help you to improve your ability to evaluate critically both what you hear and read in everyday, academic and work contexts and your own thinking and writing. The class is useful for all students, especially those interested in graduate or law school and those wanting to improve their writing. We will work with step-by-step procedures for identifying and evaluating others' arguments and for constructing and developing arguments of your own.

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Cross-Cultural Communication

See listing under Culture, Text and Language.

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Cultural Diversity Continuum: Social Action Practice

8 credits either session or 16 credits full session
TuTh, 6-10p
CRN: 40051 (full session); 40052 (1st session); 40053 (2nd session)

This course will provide students with an understanding of justice at the local, state and national levels. By examining a number of social action concerns, including protecting the environment, maintaining justice for select segments of the population and educating others on the necessity to focus on the needs of the community and the world at large, this course aims at linking honors students with contemporary social issues and creating dialogues on these issues.

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Dance Movement Therapy

See listing under Expressive Arts.

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Economics for the Fun of It

4 credits second session
Jerry Lassen, 867-6046
TuTh, 9a-1p
CRN: 40066

This is a course designed to help people understand what is currently happening in the economy. Rather than belabor technical issues, we will focus on current events and use fundamental economic concepts to explain how the economic system operates normally and in periods of stress. Both micro- and macroeconomics will be addressed. The course serves as a suitable prerequisite both for more advanced programs and graduate school, including the MPA and MES programs at Evergreen.

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Economics of the Public Sector

4 credits first session
Jerry Lassen, 867-6046, lasseng@evergreen.edu
TuTh, 6-10p (section A); MW, 6-10p (section B)
CRN: 40067 (section A); 40529 (section B)

The government plays important roles in the economy and economic analysis plays important roles in government policy. In this class, we will examine how the government regulates the economy through control of spending, interest rates and the money supply. Additionally, we will explore the usefulness and limitations of economic analysis in setting government policies such as regulations, standards and budgeting. In the process, students will gain a basic overview of macro- and microeconomics. This class fulfills a prerequisite for the MPA and MES programs at Evergreen.

Program Updates

05.27.2005:
Schedule Change: TuTh, 6-10p (section A); MW, 6-10p (section B), 40067 (section A); 40529 (section B).
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Ethics at Work

4 credits second session
Stephen Beck, 867-5488
TuTh, 6-10p
CRN: 40071

Employees sometimes face situations that suggest a conflict between being a good employee and being a good person. How can we recognize and resolve such conflicts? We will study several approaches to ethics and, through intensive writing and seminar discussions, use these ethical approaches to clarify real-life ethical conflicts faced at work.

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Grantwriting Essentials

4 credits first session
Sylvie McGee, 867-6859
MW, 5:30-9:30p
Prerequisites: Students will be asked to submit a grant for an organization, so advance contact with a nonprofit is required.
CRN: 40088 (UG); 40089 (GR)

Students will learn the essential components to successful grantwriting. We will start with a basic introduction of what grants are and are not, how they fit within the overall development of nonprofit organizations, and focus on the importance of sound planning. Students will be required to write an actual grant for a nonprofit organization of their choosing to gain practical experience. Using interactive learning, panel discussions and assigned tasks, we will focus on planning, research, evaluation techniques, budgeting and how to effectively communicate issues and needs in a clear and concise manner. The outcome will be to develop and write a grant.

Program Updates

05.10.2005:
Instructor Sylvie McGee, 867-6859
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History of Sexuality

4 or 8 credits second session
Jules Unsel, 867-5496
TWThF, 1-5p
CRN: 40001 (8 cr); 40002 (4 cr)

This class explores a history of sexuality from ancient to modern times. It combines a survey of medical and scientific attitudes and beliefs about human sexuality and sexual difference with a social history of gender in the U.S. Queer, feminist and postcolonial theories inform examination of what has counted as knowledge about sexuality in the past, who has controlled such knowledge, and how it has influenced social constructions of gender and race in the American past.

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Human Resources: Management and Law

8 credits second session
Natividad L. Valdez, (360) 664-6318 (wk), (617) 290-8420 (cell), nvaldez26@aol.com
Sa, 9a-5p, plus online work
CRN: 40093

The success of organizations depends on the human beings that enable organizations to achieve their objectives. An organization's human resources are its most critical assets. The management of human resources is a specialization in management that encompasses several functions including the recruitment, selection and maintenance of a qualified, motivated, smoothly functioning and productive workforce. The effective performance of these functions requires understanding and skills in employment law, training, planning, job analysis, performance appraisal, compensation and labor relations. This program will provide an overview of human resource management and employment law. Program objectives will be met through readings, discussion, seminar, presentations, skill building and simulations.

Program Updates

06.7.2005:
Natividad L. Valdez will replace Theresa Aragon in teaching Human Resources, Sa, 9a-5p, plus online work
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Human Rights and Islam

8 UG or 4 GR credits first session
TWTh, 9a-1p
CRN: 40094 (8 cr UG); 40095 (4 cr GR)

This class is designed for students with strong interest in Islamic law, human rights law, and religion and politics. The primary goal of this course is to treat the issue of human rights in its historical, religious, philosophical, legal and political contexts. The course considers the human rights discourse since the 7th century (the birth of Islam), through the middle ages philosophical and ethical discourse that led to the creation of the major human rights documents and the enactment of humanitarian law. The course will conclude by looking at the political and religious expressions that shape the debate on human rights in the Muslim world.

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Identity, Power and Privilege

2 or 4 credits first session
Simona Sharoni, 867-6196 and Paul D. Gallegos, 867-6368
This class will meet July 8-10 (Fri-Sun) and July 23 (Sat)
CRN: 40097 (4 cr); 40096 (2 cr)

In this dynamic workshop, students will critically examine their multiple identities and relations to systems of power and privilege. Students will become familiar with both the body of literature and the practical models used in the field of diversity training and education. Students taking the class for 4 credits will attend an additional workshop and write a longer paper.

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International Administration

4 credits second session
Larry Geri, 867-6616
SaSu, 9a-6p (August 6 and 7, 13 and 14, and 27)
CRN: 40100 (UG): 40101 (GR)

The role, power and effectiveness of international organizations such as the World Trade Organization and United Nations remains one of the most controversial questions in public affairs. This summer course will provide students with an opportunity to learn to think more rigorously about these organizations and the global systems that sustain them. We will read a variety of texts, view films and complete assignments that will expand our understanding of these organizations, as well as gain a sharper appreciation of the culture and peoples of the many countries represented in these organizations.

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Juvenile Delinquency Prevention

2 credits second session
Jane Wood, 239-2281 (message)
August 5-7, F, 6-10p; Sat/Sun, 9a-5p
Special expenses: $10 for field trip, guest speakers, handouts
CRN: 40104

Many arguments that oppose tougher penalties for juvenile offenders suggest that juvenile delinquency is a larger issue that must be prevented through communities, families, education and the media. We will explore social and economic influences, positive and negative risk factors, and past and current theories of delinquency and behavior, as well as emerging and promising programs that address prevention. This course is suggested as a supplement for those enrolled in Crime Time or Nature v. Nurture, but can be taken individually or with Juvenile Recidivism and Rehabilitation.

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Juvenile Recidivism and Rehabilitation

2 credits second session
Jane Wood, 239-2281 (message)
August 19-21, F, 6-10p; Sat/Sun, 9a-5p
Special expenses: $10 for field trip, guest speakers, handouts
CRN: 40105

In recent years, lawmakers have imposed harsher punishment on kids who commit crimes for a variety of reasons. Many arguments that support tougher penalties for juvenile offenders are retributive and claim to prevent kids from re-offending. This course will examine recidivism among juveniles and how current laws and community programs truly affect recidivism rates while also changing the overall aims of a separate justice system designed for children. This course is suggested as a supplement for those enrolled in Crime Time or Nature v. Nurture, but can be taken individually or with Juvenile Delinquency Prevention.

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Labor History

4 credits first session
Eric Chase, (360) 352-2401
MTWTh, 1-3p
CRN: 40106

We will examine the historic roots of the more militant aspects of the Labor movement beginning with a comparison of industrialization in the United States and England. We will look at some of the most volatile incidents of labor rebellion and have an emphasis on labor organizations and ideological themes and their schisms.

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Latin America: Culture-Politics-Music-Languages

8 credits either session or 16 credits full session
Jorge Gilbert, 867-6740
TuTh, 6-10p
Prerequisites: Intermediate or advanced-level Spanish speakers
CRN: 40107 (full session); 40108 (1st session); 40109 (2nd session)

This program, conducted entirely in Spanish, will concentrate on student immersion in Spanish and Latin American arts and politics by focusing on a variety of interrelated and interactive learning activities. Students will extend their knowledge of the language by actively learning about Latin American history and political and cultural expressions. Video documentaries related to these topics will be screened and analyzed to study the differences and similarities of the many regions that make up Latin America. Students will prepare short weekly reports in Spanish and engage in group discussions to facilitate communication skills. Some small performances using Spanish will also be organized.

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Lifespan Developmental Psychology

4 credits second session
Carrie Margolin, 867-6518
MW, 6-8p
CRN: 40112

This course will focus on the milestones of human development from conception through death. We will consider the nature of physical, cognitive and psychosocial development throughout the lifespan, addressing major theories as well as current research that explains how and why developmental change occurs. Some of the practical topics to be explored will include child-rearing, learning disorders, adolescent rebellion, adult mid-life crisis and caregiving for elderly parents. This course serves as a prerequisite for upper-division work and graduate school admission in psychology, education and the healthcare professions.

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Love and War at Fort Flagler

See listing under Culture, Text and Language.

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Managing by Numbers

Cancelled



See listing under Scientific Inquiry.

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Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers

See listing under Scientific Inquiry.

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Nature v. Nurture

2 credits first session
Jane Wood, 239-2281 (message)
July 22-24, F, 6-10p; Sat/Sun, 9a-5p
Special expenses: $10 for field trip, guest speakers, handouts
CRN: 40130

What causes delinquent and criminal behavior among children and adults? Throughout history, numerous theories have emerged that range from body type to the most minute biological aberration. This intensive weekend course is an introduction to criminology that allows students to examine classical and positivist schools of thought, psychological explanations and sociological theories, and biological and biosocial concepts. Students can expect to understand crime phenomenon and typologies, social structure and interaction theories of crime causation, and integrated approaches that combine victimization, criminality and justice. Students will seminar and debate extensively.

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Oral Eloquence: What Lincoln Can Teach Us

cancelled



See listing under Culture, Text and Language.

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Peopling the Pacific Northwest

4 credits second session
TuTh, 6-10p
CRN: 40138

Study the history of the Pacific Northwest focusing on the diverse peoples that comprise the population of the region. Coursework will incorporate discussion of local historical events representative of larger issues addressed in the class. Through lectures, guest speakers, readings, site visits and written assignments, students will forge a personal understanding of the historical issues that shaped the political and cultural landscape of the region.

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Political Controversies: the "Great Divide" (via the Internet)

4 credits either session or 8 credits full session
Jose Gomez, 867-6872 and Charles Pailthorp, 867-6158,
June 20, 7-9:30p (Will meet once on campus - rest of session via the Internet.)
Special expenses: $15/session for Internet resources
CRN: 40147 (8 cr full session): 40148 (4 cr 1st session); 40149 (4 cr 2nd session)

In the aftermath of the election, many commentators noted that the U.S. has become a "polarized" nation, divided sharply into "red" and "blue" regions that reflect basic, broad and deep differences in the values, goals and strategies that motivate public policy. This course will examine these differences critically, including government secrecy, civil liberties, security and the press in wartime, same-sex marriage and adoptions, the death penalty, affirmative action, gun control, workfare as welfare reform and privatization of public schools. Students will be pressed to develop critical assessments of the strengths and weaknesses of both "red" and "blue" positions. The course will be taught via the Internet through a course web site, an electronic message board, a chat room for seminars and e-mail. http://academic.evergreen.edu/curricular/problems/home.htm.

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Political Economy of Noam Chomsky

8 credits second session
TWTh, 12-5p
CRN: 40146

Noam Chomsky is currently among the 10 most cited sources in the Arts and Humanities and Social Sciences-a field that includes the Bible, Freud, Marx and Plato. The New York Times has called him "arguably the most important intellectual alive" and then goes on to criticize him for his criticism of U.S. foreign policy. Chomsky, no stranger to controversy, has written devastating critiques on the role of the Times in the "manufacture of consent" of the American people. Chomsky is a world-renowned linguist, but the main focus of this class will be his political economy work-his devastating critiques of U.S. foreign policy in areas such as Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Central America. He has written serious works about the role of intellectuals as criminals justifying genocide, and as resisters of those policies. This is a serious class for serious people who desire an intellectual foundation for social change. This is a reading class with lectures, films, seminars and a written journal that will chronicle our emerging understanding of this important intellectual and his work. In this time of war and economic, social, and political crisis, a good deal of the class will focus on international relations in a systematic and intellectual manner.

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Politics of Health Policy Development

4 credits second session
TuTh, 6-10p
CRN: 40150 (UG); 40151 (GR)

This course provides an understanding of health policy development within the American political system at the national and state levels. Initially, it addresses system basics and "what one needs to know" about American politics to make an impact; this includes political "isms" and their related health policy perspectives, the American political culture, federalism, and the branches of government and their relationship to interest groups. It then focuses on timely health care problems in a political framework. Students in groups will select a key health policy subject drawn from a menu of actual health policy issues at national, state and local levels and address it through developing actual public policy instruments, e.g., agency decision packages, fiscal notes, stakeholder analyses and legislation or regulations. The course concludes with an "Approaching Public Policymakers" simulation where students prepare and present testimony before mock policy making panels, e.g., a legislative committee, board of health, public employee benefits board, etc.

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Practices Put to Work

4 credits full session
T, 6-10p
Special expenses: Students must supply own yoga mat and props
CRN: 40155 (UG); 40156 (GR)

Spirituality in the workplace is a hot topic in management, leadership and organizational behavior/development. Is there a place for spiritual practices at work and, if so, how might work and organizations be affected by such practices? In addition to unpacking contemporary notions of spirituality and work, students will study various spiritual/contemplative traditions and "put practices to work" in their own lives by participating in various practices (including, but not limited to: yoga, meditation, tai chi and other contemplative practices).

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Precalculus and Trigonometry

See listing under Scientific Inquiry.

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Professional Certificate

4 credits first session
Michael Vavrus, 867-6638
TuTh, 1-5p
Prerequisites: Students must hold a K-12 teaching certificate
CRN: 49001

This seminar is part of the Professional Certificate Core to be taken after the Pre-Assessment Seminar and before the Culminating Seminar. The program is a highly interactive, student-centered seminar that follows the extremely successful Evergreen interdisciplinary model. The primary focus is on the intersection among instructional design, issues of cultural diversity and classroom management. Individual projects are based on student-identified needs. This component accounts for 4 of the 15 program credits. Students must hold a K-12 teaching certificate.

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Professional Seminar in Special Education

4 credits first session
Sue Pittman, 867-6573 (Loren Petty)
TuTh, 1-5p
CRN: 40160

This is the concluding course for the 24 credits covering the special education endorsement core competencies. Family systems and factors affecting families of students with disabilities will be explored along with strategies for collaboration between families, school personnel and community services. Effective communication with families from all backgrounds will be stressed. Other topics include transition plans at all levels of schooling, assistive technology to support students in all settings and issues around working with medically fragile students.

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Promise of Health

4 credits first session
Joan W. Bantz, 867-5095
TuTh, 6-10p
CRN: 40161 (UG); 40162 (GR)

Current debates about health care rarely address social, multicultural, and political-economic assumptions that help construct what it means to be "healthy." This course explores cultural dimensions of human systems, including worldviews, kinship/social organization and healthcare beliefs. Particular attention will focus on how these mental constructs impact specific communities (of color, ethnicity, women, and gays/lesbians.) This course is designed to enhance understanding of how socio-political frameworks influence health care delivery and policies.

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Psychoactive Drugs

2 credits second session
TuTh, 3:30-5:30p
CRN: 40163

Psychoactive drugs, or drugs that affect the mind and behavior of the user, are found in cultures around the globe. Cross-culturally these drugs include, among many others, beer, tobacco, peyote, mescaline, datura, ayahuasca, marijuana, opium, betel nut, coca leaf, kava and ether. Psychoactive drugs are used to alter moods and states of consciousness and to treat psychological disorders. Cross-cultural use and misuse of psychoactive drugs and theories of substance abuse prevention and treatment are analyzed.

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Psychology of Cancer

4 credits first session
Mark Hurst, 867-6624 or (360) 709-8795
TuTh, 6-10p
CRN: 40164

Over ten million people throughout the world are diagnosed every year with some form of cancer. This occurs annually for approximately 1.4 million Americans. A diagnosis of cancer leads to psychological and social stressors for the patients and their support networks. In this course, we will examine the new and rapidly growing field of psychosocial oncology. Through readings from the latest social science, guest speakers, film and literature, we will study the complex psychosocial effects, individual resilience, and professional assistance for those affected by cancer. Professionals from oncology, nursing and psychology, as well as people who have experienced cancer, will assist us with our learning process.

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Reinventing American Government

Cancelled



8 credits first session
Matthew Smith, 867-6459
TuTh 10a-4p, W 9a-12p
CRN: 40168

American government was at the cutting edge of democracy and liberty in 1789. It is not today. The Electoral College, the gridlock of politics, the failure of public services and the growth of police power belie a government that may no longer defend liberty nor serve its people. We will examine historical arguments for government, what we need and want from government today and what sorts of institutions and policies might help us achieve such a government in the 21st century. Credit will be awarded in American government and history.

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Roots of Terrorism

4 credits first session
MW, 6-10p
CRN: 40170

In order to understand the attacks of September 11th and the "War on Terrorism," this course will examine the root causes of terrorism in relation to global political realities. We will explore the contested definitions of "terrorism," the purported conflict between the West and Islam, the role of US foreign policy in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Israel/Palestine, and the consequences of this war both at home and abroad.

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Self Leadership

4 credits first session
Cynthia Kennedy, 867-5009
TuTh, 6-9:30p
Special expenses: $35 for challenge course activities
CRN: 40173

Leadership scholars spend a good deal of time analyzing why many people never realize their full potential. One reason is that we often overlook the greatest challenge of all: ourselves. This class will look at the Self, leadership theory, and how understanding our emotions can unlock the best in us. It is for students wanting to be challenged, to be stretched, and who have a desire for change, both inward and in their external environments.

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Sociology of Self and Society: Personal Identity and the McDonaldization of Culture

4 credits first session
Alan Nasser, 867-6759
MW, 6-10p
CRN: 40177

This class will provide an introduction to sociology by examining the dynamic interaction between our efforts to maintain a personal/individual identity and the dominant pressures of contemporary American culture and society. We will see how what sociologists call "McDonaldization" and globalization are spreading more widely and deeply into social institutions such as the family, education, medicine and the criminal justice system, and into our own minds.

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Sociology, Introduction

4 credits second session
Eric Chase, (360) 352-2401
MTWTh, 1-3p
CRN: 40178

We will examine the basics of sociological understanding through theories, terminology and research methods, study of humans in relation to their environment and culture, collective behavior and social interaction. Sociological focuses will include gender, race and ethnicity, class, deviance and socialization as well as the three major paradigms and the sociological imagination. Students have the possibility to earn an additional 4 credits through contract work. See instructor for details.

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Special Education, Introduction

6 credits first session
Sherry Walton, 867-6753
MWTh, 9a-1p
CRN: 40179

Participants will explore the history of special education and legislation affecting students with special needs and their teachers. In addition, they will investigate general considerations for working with students with disabilities, characteristics of disabilities, teaching strategies, and responsibilities of educators. The class is intended for pre-service teachers, practicing teachers who may wish an endorsement in special education, and any individuals interested in learning more about people with disabilities, their needs, and their rights.

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Special Education, Individual Contracts

2 to 16 credits full session
Patty Finnegan, 867-6338
CRN: contracts

Individual contracts are available for those working towards a K-12 teaching endorsement in special education or paraprofessionals working with students in special education. Possible topics available for individual contract include; (a) teaching students with moderate-severe disabilities, (b) teaching students with special needs in the regular classroom, (c) effective classroom assessments for students with special needs, (d) transition and life planning for students with developmental disabilities, (e) language and literacy development for student with special needs, (f) curricular accommodations and modifications for students with learning disabilities, and (g) teaching students with autism spectrum disorders. Contact instructor to discuss other special education topics of interest.

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Spiritual Development in a Diverse World: Communicating Across Differences

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4 credits full session
Sherry Walton, 867-6753
M, 5-9p
Prerequisites: An open mind and willingness to explore others' points-of-view.
CRN: 40180

This workshop incorporates both experiential practices and theoretical perspectives to help participants explore their own spirituality as well as the spiritual and religious paths of others. In a nation and a world torn by misunderstanding and mistrust, it is imperative that each of us understands the relationships and commonalities of our spiritual and religious beliefs and practices, and that we develop abilities to communicate across perceived differences. In this program, participants will explore issues of diversity and commonality, cross-cultural patterns in spiritual experiences, communication across differences, communities that span traditions, spiritual development and spiritual practices. Learning will be facilitated through contemplative and meditative processes, journaling, creative expressions, small group dialogue and reading and responding to written materials and video. The course is organized in three major strands: spirituality of the individual, trans-tradition relationships and communication, and spirituality in a diverse world. Foundational to this course is a sincere and open hospitality to people from diverse beliefs and traditions.

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Statistics and Research Design, Introduction

See listing under Environmental Studies.

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Statistics and Research Methods for Psychology and other Social Sciences

8 credits first session
Carrie Margolin, 867-6518
TuTh, 9a-4:30p
Prerequisites: High school algebra
Special expenses: $15-$20 for pocket statistical calculator (non-graphing)
CRN: 40183

This course provides a concentrated overview of the statistics and research methodology required for entrance to graduate school in psychology, education and other social sciences. The emphasis will be on hands-on, intuitive knowledge. By providing a thorough working knowledge of statistics and research methodology, it will be an ideal preparation for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). We will approach statistics as a language rather than as math alone, thus this course is gentle on math phobics. The course will provide tools for you to become an informed and savvy consumer of information from classroom to workplace. We will cover both descriptive and inferential statistics, research methodology and ethics. This will serve as a prerequisite for upper-division work and graduate school admission. No computer skills are required.

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Studies in Therapy Through the Arts

See listing under Tacoma Campus.

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Theories of Counseling

4 credits second session
Mark Hurst, 867-6624 or (360) 709-8795
TW, 6-10p
CRN: 40191

Understanding the principles of human change is critical to those who counsel others. This course will examine the research on human change processes and the vast diversity in theories and techniques employed in assisting others. Historical perspectives will be explored as well as promising directions for the new millennium. We will also focus on counselor development and clinical judgment. Through readings, lectures, seminars, films, exercises, group projects and guest speakers, students will gain a basic foundation in this helping profession.

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U. S. Political Economy: 1865-2004

8 credits first session
Dan Leahy, 867-6478
MTWTh, 9a-1p
CRN: 40194

We'll examine five transformations of the U.S. political economy and the social movements that helped shape these transformations from the time of the Civil War through the New World Order of the 1990s. Our central question is how do social movements change the shape of American capitalism. We'll structure our discussions around seminars, videos, lectures and guest speakers. There is a substantial reading requirement, but only one paper based on class materials and the central question.

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Wilderness Leadership and Planning

See listing under Environmental Studies.

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The Evergreen State College

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Olympia, Washington 98505

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