Introductory details for 2053

Gentlemen: I'll send this information to your email addresses.

This is my Blogger account which I made in two minutes before our class:

Go to http://www.blogger.com 

And make your own blog for your portfolios.

2.  For your information, find attached the 2053 course Blog @:

http://lsec2053-cip.blogspot.com/ This is the site we saw in class, it has:

· Course Calendar - Please note that all dates are subject to change. It is your responsibility to check the website for changes.

· Course Goals

· Course outline: Key Information

· Assessment Details

All the above information is available on the ADMC BAS Year 1 LSC 2053 website at: (the official 2053 website!)

http://www.admc.hct.ac.ae/hd1/ls/index.htm

If you open your own Blogsite this week before Thursday, then send me to gvrhovnik@hct.ac.ae :

1. The blog URL (cut/paste)

2. Your name and CIP (section)

3. Your student # if you wish..

4. Add a photo to your blog (anything you wish!)

See you on Wednesday, and we’ll finish the blogs for class!

See you then, Gregory

Introduction to Diversity - Portfolio Exercise #1

Gregory Vrhovnik Station 11 - email: gvrhovnik@hct.ac.ae

LSEC 2305 Ext.711

Introduction to Diversity - Portfolio exercise #1

With a partner, research on the internet to find the following information include your sources.

UAE Demographics:

Ethnic Groups	Percentage	Year	Source

Religions	Percentage	Year	Source

1. Write a definition of cultural diversity in your own words.

2. Give examples of cultural diversity in Abu Dhabi (Places of worship, organizations, etc.)

Liberal Studies: Cultural Diversity

In this course we will examine different cultures globally and within the UAE. We will explore the challenges and benefits of diversity as well as consider influences to culture and their impact.

Learning Objective 1 - Link to activities

Learning Objective 2 - Link to activities

Learning Objective 3 - Link to activities

Course Assessments

	Percentage
Portfolio (40%)
Submission	40%
Mid-Term Exam (15%)
Learning Objectives 1 & 2	15%
Participation (15%)
Reflective Learning Log	15%
Final Assessment (30%)
Final Project	15%
Presentation	15%

Portfolio 40%

Students will collect their class assignments and present their work in a professional format for assessment.

Portfolio marking criteria

Reflective Learning Log 15%

Students will write reflectively on their learning and participation. Students should demonstrate understanding of critical thinking related to their performance.

For more information on the Reflective Learning Log, click here.

Final Project 15%

Students will analyze another culture and present relevant elements to the class. students are encouraged to use their creativity to explore in depth an element of cultural diversity from this course in greater depth to share with the class.

For more information on Final Project, click here

LSEC 2053 Calender

Liberal Studies: Cultural Diversity Calendar

Week	Week Begins	Class Activities	Objectives
1	Sept 9	Demographics & definitions research Reflective Writing 1	Learning Outcome 1 Introduce cultural diversity and its current role in the UAE.
2	Sept 16	Reflective Writing 2	Explore concepts of multiculturalism, assimilation & acculturation.
3	Sept 23	Optional field trip Reflective Writing 3	Explore types of diversity and consider challenges.
4	Sept 30	Reflective Writing 4	Recognize and distinguish culture vs. personality issues.
5	Oct 7	Reflective Writing 5	Learning Outcome 2 Explore reactivity and concerns: territoriality, privacy, stereotyping, prejudice, bias and discrimination
6	Oct 14	Reflective Log Due	Introduce ethnocentrism & the relationship to culture & personality.
7	Oct 21	Midterm Exam	Assess learning for Outcomes 1 & 2
8	Oct 28		Learning Outcome 3 Explore communication in diversity & cross-cultural communication.
9	Nov 4		Introduce final project. Explore benefits of cultural diversity
10	Nov 11		Consider impact of famous quotes &speeches on diversity.
11	Nov 18
12	Nov 25	Portfolio Due	Final project
13	Dec 2		Final project
14	Dec 9		Final project
15	Jan 6	Final Project Presentations	Assess learning for course.
16	Jan 13	Final Project Presentations	Assess learning for course.
17	Jan 20