Winter Flex Schedule

Winter Flex Term
January 6 - 12, 2008

EVENING SEMINARS
Sunday, January 6: 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Mon - Fri, January 7 - 11: 6:00pm - 10:30pm
Saturday, January 12: 9:00am - 5:00pm

ART 107 Two-Dimensional Design - Brad Krieger
Do you like art, but are afraid to draw? Then this class may be just the one for you. 2 D Design is the process of organizing and arranging things on a flat surface, the blank page, for a visually pleasing (Can we say artistic?) result. We will create "quilt like" designs out of construction paper, use magazine cut outs to create a "surreal" collage, make our own color/texture pages to create still-life collages, and more. This is a "hands on" studio course with no "tests." You will demonstrate what you know, feel, and can do every day. Graphic Design majors are required to complete this course, and for everyone else, it will fulfill one Doane Plan Fine Arts requirement.

CMS 112 Small Group Communication - Gary Morse
The tendency to join with others in groups is perhaps the most important single characteristic of humans, and the groups we join leave a lasting influence on our lives. It is through working with others that we seek to solve the problems of family, work, and society. In this course we will explore such topics as stages of group development, group leadership, communication in groups, team-building, the mysteries of group effectiveness, and, on the flip side, the horrors of dysfunctional groups. The seminar format will allow us to experience everything we are learning as we work toward becoming a fully functional work group. This great course is a requirement for Human Relations and Organizational Communication majors and fulfills the Doane Plan Oral Communication requirement.

CMS 321W Intercultural Communication-Don Dickerson
The What? Want an exciting and challenging adventure to discover better communication skills that affect you, the people you know and work with, and the rest of the world? Come join us for a life-changing experience! Our goal: it's about opening and expanding our minds to explore cultures, groups, nations and how we can communicate better.
The Why? So we can collaborate to build a better and happier community, not only around us, but globally as well.
The How? Every class we have guest speakers and discussion to open our minds, remove our scotomas, and lead us to improved intercultural communication. Some past topics include: people with disabilities; Spanish speaking cultures; GLBT people; Asian cultures; Muslims; HIV infected people; church/state relations; gender communication, critical listening skills, and others. This course is so good we will let it fulfill a major requirement for Organizational Communication majors and either the International/Multicultural requirement or a Liberal Learning requirement for the Doane Plan.

CMS 348 Gender Communication - Juli Burney
This is a course that will change your perception of communication. Through analysis of contemporary news and modern films as well as historical, biological, and social influences, a new respect for communication differences is developed. Not only will participants learn how to understand the communication of others, they will leave with a deeper understanding of their own abilities. The class is full of activities, observation and discussion, making the time pass so quickly you will wish you had more. Communication majors will fulfill a major requirement with this course. Everyone else will fulfill one Doane Plan Liberal Learning requirement.

CSA 101 Intro to Word-processing (1) - Robin Hadfield (1/6, 1/7, 1/8)
Tired of spending more time making Microsoft Word "work" then you do actually "working"? Then this seminar is for you! We will be learning the ins and outs of that little blue "W" on your desktop. Word will no longer be the thing that keeps you from writing a good paper; it will be the tool that HELPS you to write a GREAT paper! This is the perfect course for beginners, those who are "self-taught" and even everyday users of the program.
Looking for the "Full Word Experience"? Follow CSA 101 with CSA 271 Advanced Word Processing in the second half of the seminar week. The Doane Plan requires everyone to be competent in word-processing and one other computer area. You can fulfill that requirement completely with these two seminars.

CSA 271 Advanced Word Processing (2) - Robin Hadfield (1/9, 1/10, 1/11, 1/12)
Hiring the neighbor's kid to scoop your sidewalk: $20
Paying December's gas bill: $250
Learning how to use Microsoft Word in new and inventive ways: Priceless (+ the cost of tuition :) ). This Advanced Word Processing course continues the development of skills from CSA 101 with a desktop publishing twist. You'll learn how to use Word for MORE than just typing papers. Create business cards, post cards, invitations, fliers, brochures and personalized stationery. Combine this seminar with CSA 101 Word and fulfill your entire Doane Plan requirement for computer competency. Prerequisite: CSA 101 Word Processing or permission from instructor.

ECO 371 Economics and the Movies - Suzy Carter
Economics goes to the movies. Our goal is to expose students to economic theories not covered in principle courses through discussion of popular films. Students will explore some of the ideas of capitalism, Marxism, environmental economics, international economics, game theory and more. Each class showcases a feature film. Titles such as The Matrix, Reds, Other People's Money, A Beautiful Mind, Erin Brockovich and Proof of Life will be our text as we explore various aspects of economic theory. Bring your favorite movie food and see these and other great movies in a new light. In addition to a great learning experience, you may apply the 3-credits earned for this course to the Liberal Learning category of the Doane Plan.

EDU 338 Children, Youth, and Family - Joel Christiansen
Everything a person thinks, feels and does is a direct result of a relationship. Children, Youth and Family is a course about what it takes to build trusting and enduring relationships. The long-standing theme of this course has been to offer help, hope and support. Students will see that in action by touring resource centers and listening to speakers who are passionately serving the greater good of the community. The causes and effects of issues that have a direct impact on personal and family relationships will be discussed through a variety of student activities. Students will take a critical look at how the family system has changed during the past 60 years, what caused those changes, what the effect of those changes have had on the family system, and how we anticipate the family system may change in the next 25 years. For all students, this course will fulfill one requirement in the Contemporary Issues section of the Doane Plan.

ENG 237 Introduction to Fiction - Deb Sharp
This course introduces students to the wonderful world of literature and the fascinating lives of fiction writers. Our learning will be experienced through a logical sequence. The actual reading of the work will be the obvious beginning. Then, the purpose and nature of the fiction will be analyzed by questions of craft, the so-called elements of fiction. Finally, each author's life will also be explored to help foster ways of seeing the works within their temporal and cultural contexts. The reading of the fiction will ultimately give us insight into the way we understand and experience our own lives.

GRD 271 Introduction to Photoshop- Chris Hadfield
This course introduces you to the most widely used image editing software in the world. You will learn such things as: How to add text to any digital image; How to remove any part of any image; How to merge two or more images together for professional-looking composites; How to repair/restore old photos; How to design eye-popping web pages; and much, much more! Your newfound knowledge will make you the envy of friends, family, co-workers and even people you don't like. ADDED BONUS: You will earn 3 credits!!! This course also prepares Graphic Design majors for Graphic Design I.

IDS 371 Creative Problem Solving - Jay Kreimer
Take on the world, or at least a convenient slice of it. We will help each other design new ways of handling old (and new) problems. Enough repetition. Instead of trying harder we will try better; we will pay attention from new perspectives, listen and be listened to with empathy, invent prototypes, and pick solutions that work. This isn't just about making widgets. It can be about parking lots, and work schedules, and handling crowds in emergency rooms and living rooms. We'll take a relaxed approach to innovating solutions to real problems. Be sure your laugh muscles are in shape. You'll be using them. The 3 credits you earn for this course apply to the Liberal Learning category of the Doane Plan, and the skills you will develop apply to almost every aspect of your life.

MUS 335 World Music - Kit Voorhees
This seminar will take you on a classroom tour of the world through the exploration of instruments and music of various cultures found in Africa, Australia, Europe, Asia and the western hemisphere. DVDs, videos, live performance, CDs and drum circles will all be part of the seminar. We will make our own hand drums in class and will also explore how native/indigenous peoples construct and play such things as rattles, xylophones, chimes, gongs, and wind & string instruments that are both practical and exotic. Emphasis is on making basic instruments. Expect to make a traditional instrument from a culture of your choice. You will also keep a formal log/journal of the entire seminar process. You will be given one night off during the seminar to complete your instrument project. You will leave the seminar with a beautiful work of art and 3 credits to apply to your Doane Plan Fine Arts or Liberal Learning requirement.

PED 101 (Activity course) SHARP (1) - Dan Higgins (1/9, 1/10, 1/11)
S.H.A.R.P. is a basic defensive escape tactics course designed to assist people to manage and cope with issues and situations they can control. During the seminar, we will explore information on prevention psychology; learn tips for car, home and travel safety; learn how a predator profiles a victim, and build our awareness of strategies for danger avoidance and survival. Physical training consists of passive releases and escapes as well as defensive counterstrikes and distraction techniques. The course fulfills the Doane Plan requirement for one physical activity course.

PED 104 Theory of Lifetime Fitness (1) - Dan Higgins (1/6, 1/7, 1/8)
"Happiness is more a state of health than of wealth." This seminar is designed to encourage your personal awareness and responsibility for the maintenance of health and well-being. During this experience, you will learn how to stay fit throughout your lifetime. We will explore the topics of fitness theory, diet and nutrition, weight gain and loss, exercise, aging, lifestyle changes, and setting health and fitness goals. This important course is a requirement of the Doane Plan.

PHS 105 Principles of Physical Science (4) - Jim Hale
Join us for this introductory course where you will discover how scientists think and learn about the "workings" of the major physical science phenomena we see in our everyday lives. During the seminar you will learn how to explain the ups and downs of a diving bell; discover the chemistry in your kitchen and medicine cabinet; balance big boys with little girls on a seesaw; investigate the "mojo" of swinging to and fro; discern the "whys and wherefores" of David Letterman's "Will It Float?" find the color in light, learn a lot about the wide world of water; create your own measurement system; and develop the ability to explain what you have learned clearly to others. This is a discovery-oriented, hands-on science class that also fulfills the Doane Plan Lab Science requirement.

PSY 371 Crisis Intervention - Brenda Kastens
Have you ever wondered how you might react to a crisis? Have you ever been through a crisis and found that coping was much more difficult than you thought it might be? Do you want to work in a field where dealing with clients or customers in crisis might be a day to day task? If so, this is the class for you. This class will teach you how to work with a variety of crisis situations, personally or professionally. In addition to abuse, death, substances, and change, we will also discuss coping mechanisms, relaxation techniques, and support services in the community. This course fulfills one Liberal Learning requirement for everyone.

MORNING SEMINARS
Sunday, January 6: 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Mon - Fri, January 7 - 11: 8:00am - 12:30pm
Saturday, January 12: 9:00am - 5:00pm

CMS 348 Gender Communication - Juli Burney
This is a course that will change your perception of communication. Through analysis of contemporary news and modern films as well as historical, biological, and social influences, a new respect for communication differences is developed. Not only will participants learn how to understand the communication of others, they will leave with a deeper understanding of their own abilities. The class is full of activities, observation and discussion, making the time pass so quickly you will wish you had more. Communication majors will fulfill a major requirement with this course. Everyone else will fulfill one Doane Plan Liberal Learning requirement.

PSY 371 Crisis Intervention - Brenda Kastens
Have you ever wondered how you might react to a crisis? Have you ever been through a crisis and found that coping was much more difficult than you thought it might be? Do you want to work in a field where dealing with clients or customers in crisis might be a day to day task? If so, this is the class for you. This class will teach you how to work with a variety of crisis situations, personally or professionally. In addition to abuse, death, substances, and change, we will also discuss coping mechanisms, relaxation techniques, and support services in the community. This course fulfills one Liberal Learning requirement for everyone.