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Course Objectives and Expectations This course is designed to be a undergraduate level overview of topics related to human sexuality. Using a biopsycholosocial perspective, we will consider human sexuality behavior as an interaction of physiological, psychological and sociocultural processes. We will review recent scientific advances in areas such as genetics, endocrinology, linguistics, information processing, and social psychology as they relate to our current understanding of human sexual practices. We will use a research oriented approach to the study of human sexual behavior. Within this framework, opinions will be de-emphasized so that scientific data and facts can be presented and critically evaluated. This course will not cover "how to?" so much as it will encompass "how come?", "what function?", and "why?" I anticipate that each of you will have your system of personal beliefs challenged at some point during the semester. In fact, it is my hope that the variety of opinions presented in this class will broaden all of our perspectives. This is my expectaion that beliefs and opinions will be expressed in a respectful and mature manner. It may be helpful to remember that what is acceptable to one person is anathema to another. Because of this, there will be a heavy emphasis on scientific data as compared to personal opinion in our classroom discussion. Materials & Text All students are expected to be familiar with assigned class readings before the class in which such readings were assigned. Students are REQUIRED to purchase Course Evaluation and Grading: All homework is typed. Font 10/12. If I cannot read your class work, due to poor penmanship, writing skills, etc. Points with be deducted. I need to understand your handwriting. I suggest you take a penmanship class. This is a skill that can be learned. Take care of it. Your work will be given points which will be added into your attendance points at the end of the semester. The course work is graded on the curve. Text: Our Sexuality – 9 th Edition, Crooks, Robert & Baur, Karla. Materials: Bookstore: Scan Tran #882; #2 pencil.
Attendance: You should know that I have zero tolerance for unexcused absences or tardiness. Every student is expected to be in class on time for every scheduled class session. Your participation is a vital part of the class experience. If you are not in class, both you and your classmates miss the opportunity to gain from your experience. If you are too sick to come to class you should inform me that you will be absent BEFORE the class session that you will miss. You can do this by e-mailing me a lowell@smccd.net. The following is a PARTIAL list of UNACCEPTABLE reasons for tardiness or absence:
Students' who do not respect this attendance policy can expect to have their final grades docked. If you think this view is too restrictive or unreasonable, have another class that will make you late, or simply don't believe me, you should Roll Sheets will be passed in the first five minutes of each class period. Each student to SIGN THEIR OWN INITIALS ONLY! If you sign another students name, for what ever reason, that student will be deducted for one week of attendance points. Each day students will earn 3 points. That is 9 points per week, times 18 weeks. Just do the math! Course Content: Course Topics: Topics will be covered in approximately the order listed below. I will make every effort to cover the topics listed on the dates listed. Is is my experience that some topics stimulate a great deal of discussion and others only stimulate a lot of discussion. Therefore, we may have to adjust the assignments as the course progresses. You will be informed of any changes in the Web "Announcements".
Health Science 130 AA, AB, AC, AD HSCI 130 AA CRN 30460; 130AB CRN 30461; 130AC CRN32941; 130AD CRN 37774
Human Sexuality Spring 2007 Dates: January 16, 2007 - May25, 2007
Health Education Instructor: Ms. Lowell Office: Building 1, Room 1220 Classroom: Building 2, Room 2108 Email: lowell@smccd.edu Office Hours: MWF 11am-12pm;TTh 10-11am Text: Our Sexuality – 9 th Edition, Crooks, Robert & Baur, Karla. Classroom: 2108 Materials: Bookstore: Scan Tran #882; #2 pencil. Dates to Remember: Start Date- January 16, 2007; Refund Date -January 29, 2006; ACAD Cutoff Date- February 09, 2007; Last Drop Date : April 26, 2007 ( ACAD Date is last day to drop without appearing on transcript.) Declared Recess March 17, 2007 (Saturday, Skyline Only) Spring Recess April 2-8, 2007 Last Day to WITHDRAW from Semester Length Course: April 26, 2007 (14th Week) Last Day of Class: May 25, 2007 Commencement: May 25, 2007 Grading: Total of Earned Points: Attendance, Guest Lecture, Film Notes, Chapter Homework, Chapter Quizzes, Special Assignments, Class Cooperation & Participation, Health Practices, Red Folder, Extra Credit. Grading Scale: 100%-93%=A 92%-82%=B * 83%-70%=C 69%-60%=D 59%-0%=F * Note: 92% is a B grade Student with special needs: In coordination with the DSP&S office, reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified students with disabilities. If you have an accommodation letter, please meet me during my office hours to discuss your needs. For more information, please contact DSPS office at (650) 738-4280. Attendance: You should know that I have zero tolerance for unexcused absences or tardiness. Every student is expected to be in class on time for every scheduled class session. Your participation is a vital part of the class experience. If you are not in class, both you and your classmates miss the opportunity to gain from your experience. If you are too sick to come to class you should inform me that you will be absent BEFORE the class session that you will miss. You can do this by e-mailing me a lowell@smccd.edu. Students' who do not respect this attendance policy can expect to have their final grades docked. If you think this view is too restrictive or unreasonable, have another class that will make you late, or simply don't believe me, you should take this class another semester. Roll Sheets: Roll will be taken the first five minutes of each class period. No talking or taking care of personal business during class period. Please respect your fellow student. Rules: One make-up quiz allowed for ONE quiz missed. The date will be announce at the end of the semester. No late homework assignments. No sharing of assigned documents. No sharing of quiz answers. Student need to have an E-mail address. If you do not have one, go to the student center and sign up for a free E-mail address. If you do not have a computer at home, Skyline College has computer Learning Centers for your use. Use them. Tentative Teaching Schedule: Topics will be covered in approximately the order listed ANNOUNCEMENT PAGE on the Web. (http://www.smccd.net/accounts/lowell/hsci130/announce.html). I will make every effort to cover the topics listed on the dates listed. It is my experience that some topics stimulate a great deal of discussion. Therefore, we may have to adjust the assignments as the course progresses. Changes will be posted on this above Web Address "Announcements". Check it DAILY! See update date and time.
FINAL GRADES: Final Grades for the Spring 2007 Semester will be available on WebSMART at www.skylinecollege.edu beginning June 9, 2007
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Barbara Lowell, Skyline College, San Mateo Community College District, California, USA