COURSE OFFERED:1. Introduction to Statistics
2. Introduction to Biological Science (with online Lab)
3. Graphic Novels (Reading Literature)
4. Cultural Anthropology
5. Introduction to Archaeology (Interpreting the Past: Archaeological Perspectives)
Course description and schedule:
Please read the course requirements (if applicable) before signing up for the class.
*** Introduction to Biological Science with online Lab (BIOL 109/109L)
An introduction to fundamental concepts in biological science. Topics include structures and processes from molecules to organisms, inheritance and variation of traits, ecosystem interactions, energy and dynamics, and biological evolution. Emphasis will be placed on scientific interpretation as well as content. Laboratory (3 hours).
Requirements: Laboratory accounts for a large portion of the final grade in this class. Thus, proper device is required for the laboratory. Phones, tablets, or Chromebooks are not compatible for the laboratory.
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Instructor: Dr. Stephen Dinkelacker
Session B: July 5 - Aug 7
Date: Class meetings are on Tuesdays and Fridays at 9:30 am
Location: Remotely via Zoom
Class type: Hybrid
*** Introduction to Statistics (STAT 117)
Fundamental concepts of inferential and descriptive statistics with emphasis on interpretation of statistical arguments. An introduction to data analysis including graph analysis, measures of central tendency, correlation, regression, concepts of probability theory, sampling errors, confidence intervals in normal distribution, hypothesis testing, and analysis of variance. Prerequisite: Algebra I and II, and higher.
Prerequisite: Student completed high school Algebra 1 and 2 to register for STAT 117.
Instructor: Yvonne E. Anthony, PhD, MHA
Session C-3: Jun 27 - Aug 17
Date: Class meetings are on Tuesdays at 9:30 am
Location: Remotely via Zoom
Class type: Hybrid
*** Graphic Novels - Reading Literature (ENGL 111)
This course is an introduction to critical reading and discussion of poetry, prose, drama, and graphic novels for the purpose of increasing the student’s appreciation of the dynamics between themes and forms in the art of literature. Some sections emphasize literary forms and others philosophical, moral, or social themes.
This course combines literary and historical approaches to specifically explore the rapidly growing and popular literature genre of the graphic novel and comics. The course examines the interdisciplinary approach of graphic novels / comics as both literature and fine arts, as well as investigate text-image relationship and storytelling approaches. By studying graphic novels / comics students will inspect how creators treat themes of politics, sexuality, class, censorship, violence, and cultural and ethnic diversity.
Instructor: Professor Lee Okan
Session C-3: Jun 27 - Aug 17
Date: Class meetings are on Mondays at 9:30 am
Study hall with TA on Wednesdays from 9:30 – 11:30 AM
Location: Remotely via Zoom
Class type: Hybrid
*** Cultural Anthropology (ANTH 161)
The field of Anthropology is the study of human beings. It aims to examine all
aspects of the human condition, including language, culture, evolution,
biology, and the complex and dynamic interplay between then. This course will
serve as an introduction and broad survey of the subfield of Cultural
Anthropology. Cultural Anthropology is the subfield of the discipline of
Anthropology which examines human behavior in its cultural context. Culture, as
we will see throughout the course of the semester, is not easy to define. We
will examine all aspect of human culture, the methods and tools anthropologists
use to study is, as well as the application of cultural anthropology in today’s
world. The course will also include a review of ethnographic work, both past and
present, throughout the world, addressing contemporary issues as well as
showcasing the diversity of human culture.
Instructor: Dr. Demetrios Brellas
Session C-3: Jun 27 - Aug 17
Date: Class meetings are on Tuesdays at 9:30 am
Location: Remotely via Zoom
Class type: Hybrid
*** Introduction to Archaeology (Interpreting the Past: Archaeological Perspectives) (ANTH 172)
An introduction to the field of Archaeology. We will explore past Western and non-Western cultures through the examination of their material remains. The course investigates past beliefs and practices, including those involving treatment of the dead, power and prestige, art, architecture, and gender. Students learn how archaeologists use techniques such as excavation, survey, and interpretation to study past behavior.
Instructor: Dr. Demetrios Brellas
Session C-3: Jun 27 - Aug 17
Date: Class meetings are on Mondays at 9:30 am
Location: Remotely via Zoom
Class type: Hybrid
