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COM263 (3 Credits)

Diverse cultural contexts are explored through basic concepts, principles, and theories of intercultural communication. Discovering effective interaction and appropriate communication in a global community is emphasized. Prerequisites: None.

CPD160 (3 Credits)

Examination of the multiple cultures and subcultures within the contemporary United States. Personal exploration of awareness and appreciation of multiculturalism. Activities for experiencing diverse cultural perspectives. Critical thinking skills for recognizing, analyzing, and mediating cultural and psychological factors impacting conflict and accord between diverse cultures through written and oral discourse. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107, or permission of Instructor.

EDU230 (3 Credits)

Examination of the relationship of cultural diversity to academic success. Includes educational environments and their impact on educational equity. Emphasis on teacher preparation that offers an equal educational opportunity to students of all cultural backgrounds. Prerequisites: None.

EED222 (3 Credits)

Overview of the exceptional learner (birth - age eight), one who differs from the average or the norm, with emphasis on observation, techniques, characteristics, identification, types of programs, and work with families. Issues related to learning exceptionalities, sensory and communication disorders, social and emotional problems, physical and health related disorders, and giftedness. Includes practicum designed to explore the field of early childhood education. Prerequisites: None.

EED225 (3 Credits)

Introduces children's language acquisition and literacy development. Exploration of the relationships among language, literacy, family, culture, and community. Study of educational practices and advocacy opportunities that support language acquisition, literacy development and the preservation of heritage languages. Prerequisites: None.

ENH241 (3 Credits)

Includes literature written prior to 1860 in the United States. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.

ENH280 (3 Credits)

Exploration of selected topic(s) in American Literature. Focuses on a theme, genre, era, technique, or critical approach. Includes reading and interpretation of literature from a variety of cultures within the United States. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107, or permission of Instructor.

HCR230 (3 Credits)

Relation between cultures of diverse groups and health/illness. Emphasis on cross-cultural communication, including awareness of own cultural influences and indigenous and complementary healing practices. Prerequisites: None.

MHL145 (3 Credits)

The study of cultural and social contributions to the evolution of American jazz and popular music from the mid-1800's to present. Prerequisites: None.

PSY132 (3 Credits)

Examines how psychology is inherently shaped by cultural contexts. Explores how cultural influences relate to enculturated psychological processes, gaining insights into how individuals think, feel, and behave within their cultural environments. Prerequisites: None.