Ideal learning Environment
The learning environment at Ricks is
designed especially for freshmen and sophomore students. Every
attempt is made to provide optimal learning conditions so each
student can succeed in meeting his or her educational goals. At
the heart of the Ricks learning environment is a cadre of talented
teachers who are deeply committed to their students. In addition,
they are excellent role models; their values and personal conduct
are exemplary.
General Education
General Education courses emphasize mankind's most valuable
knowledge and achievements--the things of most worth that every
educated person should know.
The aim of General Education is to help students acquire the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in college and in society. Specifically, the Ricks College GE program realizes its purposes in students when they begin to:
1. Understand themselves and their relationship to God.
2. Develop the ability to think and write clearly.
3. Gain a knowledge of the social and natural worlds in which they live.
4. Appreciate aesthetic and creative expressions of humanity.
5. Cultivate a sensitivity to personal relationships and moral responsibilities.
6. Demonstrate a readiness for further learning and for services to society.
The General Education curriculum at Ricks has been carefully designed to achieve the above purposes. It consists of courses in five broad areas: Religion, Basic Skills, Arts and Letters, Natural Science and Social Science.
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Arts: Completion of FA 100 (Arts Events) AND
three credits from the Arts classes listed below. The Arts requirement
for graduation is not fulfilled until both the arts class and
FA 100 are completed.
1) Enroll in the class through standard class enrollment procedures. It is recommended that where possible students take the 3 credit Arts class and FA 100 during the same semester. ($2.00 fee) 2) Within one semester, attend the seven campus arts events and turn in the bubble sheet for each event as outlined in the packet. Additional information on the FA 100 requirement or current scheduled events may be found by calling the Arts hotline (356-1251) or on the Fine Arts homepage.
*Important Note: (Completing both Hum 201 and 202 satisfies the Arts and Letters requirements. Either course taken alone completes only the Arts portion of the requirement.)
Three credits from the Letters classes listed below:
*Important Note: (Completing both Hum 201 and 202 satisfies the Arts and Letters requirements. Either course taken alone completes only the Arts portion of the requirement.)
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Eight or nine credits are required with at least three to four credits from Physical Science and three to four from Biological Science. Students choosing to take only eight credits must select courses with labs. The labs must be related to the lecture class.
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Six credits are required; at least two disciplines must be represented.
*(Note: Hist 110 and 111 satisfy the Social Sciences requirements as two disciplines.)
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For detailed information of the Religion Requirement please refer to the Department of Religion section of this catalog.
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ONLINE LEARNING Technology provides a powerful tool for learners to acquire new skills and knowledge at their own pace, outside of the boundaries of the traditional classroom. In particular, computer networks (e.g., the Internet) are increasingly being used to deliver online instruction to students any time and any place. To prepare students to function effectively in an online learning environment, students entering Ricks College in Fall 2000 are required to have one online learning experience to graduate. Approved online courses are designated in the class schedule with section numbers between 801 and 899. Online courses may be taken for credit or for non-credit. These courses can also be used to fulfill general education, elective, or major course requirements. Online courses are to be completed during the regular semester (or term). Because the student controls the online learning experience, a high degree of self-discipline is needed to be successful. Online courses taken from other institutions or organizations may be approved as meeting this requirement. Such courses must represent collegiate level subject matter, have required a level of effort equivalent to at least one semester credit hour, and have been offered by an accredited college, university, or other well-known credible learning organization. Requests for using an online course not taken at Ricks College to meet this requirement must be submitted to the Registrar for approval. Students must provide a record of course completion such as a transcript, grade report, or completion certificate which clearly identifies the course and institution.
Note: Online courses will be listed in the class schedule as part of the departmental course listings and in a separate section of online courses. |