Critical Assessment of Contemporary Social Issues
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Volunteer organizing Community engagement Humanities History Social justiceSkills
collaborative learning project scoping critical thinking researchIntroducing Lane College's History of the Black Church Course.
Welcome to Lane College, where education is a journey of enlightenment. Our History of the Black Church course, a cornerstone in our Religious program, offers students a profound exploration of Christianity's historical roots and societal impact. The course is designed not only to educate but to challenge, fostering critical thinking, diverse perspectives, and an understanding of social issues.
Process for Matching:
- Initiate Contact: Employers, social organizations, and non-profits, we invite you to send a match request through Riipen.
- Engage in Dialogue: Join a video call with our professor to discuss the project scope, learning objectives, and the potential partnership.
- Mutual Agreement: If both parties agree to collaborate, a simple "Accept" on the match request seals the deal.
- Project Assignment: Students are assigned to the project via Riipen.
- Collaborative Journey: Employers, students, and educators embark on a collaborative learning adventure through the Riipen platform.
Ideal Partner:
We're seeking partners in non-profits, social organizations, churches, or civil organizations. Project types can vary—be it task-based, research-focused, or a blend. While projects should stimulate critical thinking, they need not be overly challenging. Whether related to Christianity or non-religious, we aim to encourage students to ponder societal issues critically.
Students
The primary deliverables for projects within the Religion program typically include a final report and a final presentation.
However, we remain open to discussions with our collaborators about alternative formats that may better align with specific project requirements.
Project examples
- Faith in Action: Explore the historical role of churches in social activism, inspiring students to assess contemporary applications.
- Voices Unheard: Task students with researching and presenting lesser-known narratives within a variety of social movements.
- Community Impact Analysis: Investigate the social impact of social organizations on local communities, prompting students to propose positive changes.
- Cultural Impact Study: Investigate the cultural impact of influential figures or movements. Encourage critical examination of societal shifts and their implications.
- Community Outreach Evaluation: Assess the effectiveness of community outreach programs.
- Educational Equity Assessment: Research and evaluating efforts by social entities to promote educational equity.
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