HONR 265GM - Honors: Global Issues/Mathematics

Credit(s): 4

Prerequisite(s): acceptance into the Honors Program.
Title will vary. This course involves critical analysis of global perspectives, ethnocentrism, and cultural pluralism coordinated and examined using quantitative interpretations. Skills in critical reading/analysis and the development of ideas through argument, writing, and oral communication will be utilized in order to engage student’s knowledge, imagination and creativity. (Intermittently)

Course Learning Outcomes

Develop intellectual curiosity.
Develop research and life-long learning skills and habits.
Develop skills in critical reading and analysis of ideas.
Understand the reflective/critical/analytical/creative component of the humanities.
Increase their abilities to write and speak effectively.
Learn skills to succeed and engage in cooperative and collaborative learning.
Develop skills and habits of community and public service.
Use mathematical techniques to problem solve.
Understand and apply quantitative concepts and reasoning using numerical data.
Demonstrate awareness of the self as a member of a multicultural global community.