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