Assignments & Academic CalendarChapter 6Exam # 1Exam #2CourseED 4370-001 – Multicultural Perspectives of LearningProfessorMary RobertsTermFall 2006 (August 17 – December 4)MeetingsThursday 1p.m.-3:45p.m. Professor’s Contact InformationOffice PhoneNAOffice LocationNAEmail [email protected] HoursNAGeneral Course InformationCourse DescriptionThe objective of this course is to increase student knowledge and awareness related to issues of multiculturalism. This course will provide students with socio-historical global perspectives for the study of culture including race, ethnicity, religion, language, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status and age in an increasingly diverse world. Students will be challenged to reflect both individually and collectively on the multiple meanings of diversity and multiculturalism in American education and society.Learning Outcomes1. Create, experience, and maintain a learning community that encourages dialogue and personal growth.2. Explain an academic overview of the field of multicultural education.3. Describe the myriad of complex social, historical, economic, and cultural interactions that influence the learning experiences of children and adults in America.4. Critically examine your beliefs, values, and assumptions about difference, cultural diversity and your own identity. Required Texts &MaterialsKoppelman, K. L. & Goodhart, R. L. (2005). Understanding Human Differences: Multicultural Education for a Diverse America.Suggested Texts,Readings, &MaterialsAdditional readings may be required. Students are required to purchase Scantron test form 8000 for the two examinations on the course syllabus. Assignments & Academic CalendarAssignment ScheduleAugust 17 Introduction to CourseAugust 24 Chapters 1 and 2DUE: Who I Am PoemComplete Questions about DiversityVideo: Color of FearAugust 31 Chapter 3DUE: Human Relations Attitude InventoryDiscussion re: Color of Fear September 7 Chapter 4Video: Rabbit Proof Fence/DiscussionDUE: Intergroup ExerciseReview group presentations for Chapter 5September 14 Chapter 5DUE: Group PresentationsSpeaker on Bilingual EducationSeptember 21 Chapter 6Review of Interview Guide for Clergy AssignmentSeptember 28 Chapter 7DUE: Interview of ClergyOctober 5 Exam # 1October 12 Chapter 8Video: Race- The Power of An IllusionDUE: Privilege ExerciseReview of Calendar AssignmentOctober 19 Chapter 9Discussion re: Power of an IllusionDUE: Clarification ExerciseOctober 26 Chapters 10 & 11Video: Brother Outsider/DiscussionDUE: Calendar AssignmentSpeaker on Affirmative ActionNovember 2 Chapter 12DUE: Clarification Exercise November 9 Chapter 13Speaker on Students with DisabilitiesNovember 16 Chapters 14 & 15DUE: Clarification and Intergroup Exercise November 30 Exam #2Course PoliciesGrading (credit)CriteriaAttendance & Participation 20%Exam #1 30%Exam #2 30%Activities & Assignments 20%Exams There will be TWO exams during the semester. Specifics about each will be providedprior to the exam. Make-up exams will not be a part of this course. Failure to takean exam will result in dividing the remaining exam by two for the exam portion of thefinal grade.Activities &AssignmentsCertain in and out of class activities will be assigned. These may include writing assignments, pop quizzes, discussion, group assignments, etc . . . The purpose of suchassignments is to provide motivation and incentive toward greater class participation and commitment to the process of learning. The text for the course will be an essential source for the assignments. All written assignments submitted to the instructor should be typed.Late Work As a general rule, late work is not accepted. It is rare that an exception is made, but ifgranted there will always be penalty points.Class Attendance Students are required to attend class. Active participation in class is an integral part of the learning process and is considered a basic expectation of the course. “Activeparticipation” means more than just showing up and occupying a seat in the classroom. It means arriving to class ON TIME and being prepared to participate in class discussions and/or exercises, and with the required text. Attendance will be taken the first 10 minutes of class. Instruction will begin on time. Two absences willresult in lowering of your grade one letter. Four absences will result in a failing grade in the class. There are NO exceptions!!! Also, repeated tardiness or leaving early will have an adverse effect on the final grade in this course.ClassroomCitizenship As adults in a university environment, it is our responsibility to conduct ourselves with civility and respect, and to be accountable for our behavior. The class content deals with complex and emotionally-charged societal issues. Therefore, students are expected to engage in class activities and discussions in a responsible and thoughtful manner, respecting differing points of view and demonstrating an increased understanding and appreciation of diversity. Student Conductand DisciplineThe University of Texas System and The University of Texas at Dallas have rules and regulations for the orderly and efficient conduct of their business. It is the responsibility of each student and each student organization to be knowledgeable about the rules and regulations which govern student conduct and activities. General information on student conduct and discipline is contained in the UTD publication, A to Z Guide, which is provided to all registered students each academic year.The University of Texas at Dallas administers student discipline within the proceduresof recognized and established due process. Procedures are defined and described in the Rules and Regulations, Board of Regents, The University of Texas System, Part 1, Chapter VI, Section 3, and in Title V, Rules on Student Services and Activities of the university’s Handbook of Operating Procedures. Copies of these rules and regulations are available to students in the Office of the Dean of Students, where staff members are available to assist students in interpreting the rules and regulations (SU 1.602, 972/883-6391).A student at the university neither loses the rights nor escapes the responsibilities of citizenship. He or she is expected to obey federal, state, and local laws as well as the Regents’