Global Educational Travel Certification Syllabus for 2014-2015
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Course

HONR-1013-001 Global Educational Travel Certification

Prerequisites

Course Description

Enrollment limited by application. Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and be free of disciplinary action.

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Hours

(0 sem hrs; 1 lec)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

No text required. 

Selected readings suggested by students and faculty

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Student Performance

Learning Outcomes:

1. Analyze the developmental history and culture of specific countries
2. Demonstrate effective research skills
3. Demonstrate creative and critical thinking skills
4. Articulate an informed personal reaction and respond critically to specific fields of on-site study
5. Communicate effectively using a variety of formats

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Grading Criteria

Grading Scale:  This is a Pass/ Fail course
85% = Pass

Grading Policy:

30 %      Class participation
                Attendance on scheduled course meeting days
                Full participation when we travel

25%        Research paper (individual)
15%        Research class presentation (may be group effort)
15%        AC panel discussion presentation following our travel
15%        Honors Expo! presentation (may be a group effort) OR – presentation at a civic event

Attendance

Attendance & participation (30%):
This course requires participation and attendance since many activities cannot be duplicated.
The following criteria will determine the attendance portion of the participation grade:

No more than 2 absences - 100                             6 absences – 50
3 absences - 90                                                       7 absences – 30
4 absences - 80                                                       8 absences – 0
5 absences - 70                                                       Two tardies (or early exits) will equal an absence.

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Additional Information

Materials: You need a passport which is current through Dec. 2015

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