| This course helps
students develop the critical thinking and communication skills
needed to have a positive impact on others and society.
We start with looking at how change happens, look at ways we can
communicate more effectively and influence others, examine the lives
of others who have made a big difference in the world and then choose
topics to investigate further.
The class will be conducted as a seminar with research, speaking,
discussion, presentation and analytical skills. A variety of classroom
strategies will be used including presentations, small group discussions
and research assignments.
Texts will include a selection from books
listed here as well as others.
- Tipping Point, Malcolm Gladwell
Conversation, Theodore Zeldin
Mountain Beyond Mountains, Tracy
Kidder
Presentation Zen, Garr Reynolds.
- Recommended reading list provided in class and on the www.tobinkeio.com
- Expectations: A challenging
course with substantial preparation required by students. Regular
on-time attendance, preparation of assignments, active participation
in class. In the event of absence, consult with another student
to obtain assignments and class materials.
- Evaluation: Student evaluation
based on successful completion of assignments and projects,
class participation, presentations, on-time attendance and examinations.
I expect all assignments to be typed and I will not accept late
assignments.
Further instructions: Bring the
text to each class as announced. Make notes about each chapter
directly in the book.
All assigned papers must be typed, double-spaced. The instructor
will also provide additional information re: requirements. The
schedule for this course will be distributed in class by the instructor.
Attendance/Participation/lectures:
Regular on-time attendance and participation in class is required.
The lectures and presentations will not focus on the book contents,
and will provide additional content.
Due Dates for Handouts and Assignments:
All papers must be typed in double-spacing and be submitted
on the due date using hard-copy. No late papers or electronic
submissions are accepted.
Class Schedule Flexibility: The
class schedule may change due to additional topics of interest
to be added and the schedule of speakers. Changes will be announced
in class.
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Individual
& Societal Influence & Change