- Science Seminar

Institution:

The Evergreen State College

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Description:

Faculty: E. J. Zita (physics, astronomy) Major areas of study include environmental studies, physics, astronomy, and history of science. Class Standing: Sophomore or above; transfer students welcome. Prerequisites: Students must have good reading and writing skills. No background in mathematics or science is necessary. In Science Seminar, we read popular books and sometimes journal articles on compelling topics in science, generally without math. Student teams prepare for and sometimes facilitate seminars. Individually, students write and respond to short essays. In fall and winter quarters, we will meet with students from Energy Systems to discuss readings on topics such as global warming, alternative energy, and/or new possibilities for future energy systems. In spring quarter, we will meet with students from the Astronomy and Cosmologies program to discuss readings on topics such as mythology, cosmologies (how humans have understood the heavens, throughout history and across cultures), and/or modern scientific understanding of the universe. Learning goals include improved critical thinking, deeper qualitative understanding of science, and improved communication skills, both oral and written. Students must be willing to work in teams and to use computer-based learning tools, including the Internet. We may have some online seminars using chat-room software. Look for program details and updates on the Academic Program Web page, linked to the professor's homepage. Total: 8 credits each quarter. Enrollment: 20 Program is preparatory for careers and future studies in environmental studies, natural science, education, cultural studies, history, and philosophy of science. A similar program is expected to be offered in 2008-09.

Credits:

8.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.evergreen.edu

Phone Number:

(360) 867-6170

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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