IAS 201R
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Cultural Survey-Asia
International and Area Studies
Kennedy Center for International Studies
When Taught
Contact Department
Min
0.5
Fixed/Max
4
Fixed
2
Fixed
2
Title
Prepare the students to go on their international experience
Learning Outcome
· Demonstrate a basic understanding of the people, worldview, culture (and language, where applicable) of the foreign setting in which the student studies.
· Recognize one's cultural presuppositions and biases through exposure to, and study of, foreign perspectives on one's own culture.
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Course Objectives
Learning Outcome
Prepare a foundation to become competent in understanding, communicating and interacting with the new cultural contexts experienced during time abroad,
Train students to be safe and to be ambassadors of BYU
Help students understand cultural, political and economic history of their host country
Provide a forum for directors to plan with their groups
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Practical Information
Learning Outcome
Students will learn the practical information necessary to succeed in the new cultures they will visit.
