Friday, March 14, 2014

Introduction to World Religions



Introduction to World Religions
Course Name:  Intro to World Religion  
Term/Session: Summer 1
Course Number:  REL2300
Reference Number: 483795

Faculty Introduction

I am Owen Facey. I was born in Jamaica, grew up in Canada, and studied both in Canada and the United States. My back ground is in the area of cultural anthropology, with special emphasis in intercultural communications. I have a keen interest in religion as a cultural phenomenon, and as something that serves an existential purpose for individuals.  I look forward to journeying with you on this exciting religions quest. Come with an open mind and come prepared to unlearn much of what you have been taught about religion.

Faculty Contact Information

Instructor Name:
Dr. Owen Facey
Office Phone:
954-201-7900
Campus Phone:
954-201-7900
Fax:
954-201-7937
Email:
ofacey@broward.edu

Course Description & General Outcomes

Course Description:  This course is a descriptive examination of the world's most popular religions. College-level reading skills are recommended.
Course Prerequisites
REQUIRED COMPETENCES:

This course is a writing course hence you are required to demonstrate the following competences upon completion of the course:

1) Read with critical comprehension.

The student will be introduced to the basic texts, concepts, vocabulary, and methods necessary for developing an understanding of the discipline and meeting the required benchmarks as stated in the course outline.

2) Write clearly and coherently.

The student will demonstrate an understanding and mastery of subject matter in a variety of ways, including writing. Writing activities may include both graded and ungraded essays, short answer quizzes, summaries, reactions, journals, and various other reports.

3) Demonstrate and apply literacy across all the discipline

Cultural literacy,  recognizing, understanding, and appreciating the similarities and differences between one’s own culture and the cultures of others  as they relate the study of religions, to through a study of the  world religions as expressed in arts, customs, beliefs, values, and history.

GENERAL COURSE OUTCOMES

  1. The students should be able to recognize the complex and multifold manifestation of religion in the culture of humankind.
  2. The students shall be able to recognize the religion of Hinduism.
  3. The students shall be able to recognize the religion of Buddhism.
  4. The students shall be able to recognize the religions of Asia. i.e. students shall be able to recognize the minor but significant religions of Jainism and Sikhism.
  5. The students should be able to recognize the religions of Shinto and Zoroastrianism.
  6. The students should be able to recognize the religion of Christianity. The students shall be able to recognize the religion of Judaism.
  7. The students shall be able to recognize and understand the religion of Islam.

Course Prerequisites

To maximize your chances for success in this course, make sure that you meet the following course prerequisites:
  • Course Prerequisites and Co-requisites:  There are no prerequisites
Faculty Instructions
To maximize your chances for success in this course, make sure that you meet the following course prerequisites:
  • Come prepared to read
  • Come prepared to engage in vigorous discussion
  • Come prepared to do some research to enhance your knowledge in the field of religion
  • Come with an open mind
All communication should be through the course email tool. Use my BC email ONLY if you are unable to access the course email: ofacey@broward.edu
If an in person meeting is desired. Please arrange it through the course email tool. My office hours vary, but I will let you know the days and times I am on campus.  

This course is accessible the first day of class. Use your BC password and user name to access course.  Again remember that you are allowed access into the course after you have paid for the course. There may be a delay of up to 20 minutes from when a student registers and pays before BConline login is activated.
  • Your BConline User Name is the same as your BC email ID.
  • Your BConline password is the same as your BC email PIN code.
  • If you need login information, obtain BC email user ID and PIN code before attempting to login to BConline.
  • The BC email address site, click on "ID Lookup", then enter your Student# (or INTL Student ID#) and PIN code (2 digit birth month and 4 digit year). Write down your email ID (not the @mail.broward.edu part), which is your BConline User Name.
Orientation to Online Learning
To be successful in an online course, you should assess your readiness to successfully engage in an online learning class at Broward College. You can complete the Orientation to Online Learning to determine if an online class is a right fit for you and to learn how to navigate the system.  Upon completion of the orientation, you will earn a certificate.  Some professors require you to submit this certificate during orientation, so make sure to save it in an easily accessible folder on your computer. 
Course Attendance and Participation Policy
During the first week of class, you must complete the Syllabus Quiz from the course orientation, or you will be withdrawn from the course. Simply logging into the course will not satisfy your attendance during this time. As with an on-campus course, students who are reported for non-attendance in an online course and are withdrawn are still responsible for paying for the course. If you do not complete the requirements of the first week of class, you should drop the course by the official drop/add deadline or expect to pay for the course.
It is very important for you to actively participate in this online class. If you stop participating in class discussions, do not submit assignments, or fail to take quizzes or tests prior to the withdrawal date, you will be withdrawn from class and receive a W or, if it is your third attempt, an F.

If you stop participating after the withdrawal date, you will receive an F. To avoid this situation, you should remain an active learner in this class and always communicate extenuating circumstances to your instructor. Ongoing communication with the instructor is critical to your course success. Completion of tests, assignments, and other class activities are used as indicators of your participation in order to satisfy this reporting requirement.  See the list of activities required for participation and attendance on the General Course Policies page.
Required Course Materials
Book Image
 
 Required Text
Title: Experiencing the World’s Religions: Traditions, Challenge and Change
Author(s): Molloy, Michael
Publisher, Edition McGraw- Hill, New York; 2012,  6th Edition
ISBN 13: 9780078038273
ISBN:  0078038278
Books for online courses are available at the Central Campus bookstore
A. Hugh Adams Central Campus Bookstore
Admissions & Student Service Center - Bldg. 19
Tel: (954) 201-6830
Fax: (954) 201-6895
CourseSmart Link:
Methods of Instruction
This is a 3-credit hour fully online course without proctored exams. In this class, you will engage in structured out-of-class and online activities. The online activities may include, but are not limited to, readings, discussions, essays, case studies, research, and/or online quizzes and tests. See the course schedule for a detailed description of activities. Students are responsible for regularly reviewing the course schedule and completing all required assignments.
General Policies and Technical Requirements
You are responsible for being familiar with all BConline policies and procedures related to your activity in this course.
Broward College Policies
  • Review the Broward College Policies on topics including disability services, academic honesty, privacy, and critical event procedures.
BConline Policies
  • Review the General Course Policies for topics including rules for netiquette, definition of participation, and other information.
Proctored Exam Policy
  • This course may have proctored exams that must be taken at a campus e-Testing Center or at an alternate pre-approved testing location. For detailed instructions please visit our Proctored Exam Policy page.
Technical Requirements
  • Students taking an online course are expected to be moderately proficient in using a computer. Please go to the Technical Requirements page for a complete list of computer skills and technical requirements.
How to Access the Course
Follow these steps in order to log into the BConline course. Normally, the login date will be the first day of the session in which the course is scheduled. Only students who have registered and paid for the course will be permitted to login. There may be a delay of up to 20 minutes from when you register and pay before BConline login is activated.
  • Your BConline User Name is the same as your BC email ID.
  • Your BConline password is the same as your BC email PIN code.
  • If you need login information, obtain BC email user ID and PIN code before attempting to login to BConline.
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