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The progressive acquisition, reinforcement, and creative use of language structures will increase the student confidence to self-expression. With a strong focus on using the language to communicate in real-life scenarios, this fully online course enables students to participate in simple conversations, make requests, suggestions or short presentations and express their opinion about present and...
This fully online course will allow students to develop their oral communication comprehension and listening skills in order to understand simple to moderately complex messages during communication activities in their personal and professional lives. They will also develop communication strategies for speaking and interacting with a target audience in professional situations. At the end of the...
Students will develop a broad understanding of world civilizations that have contributed to our sense of world history. Students will explore the development and interactions of various societies over time by examining world historical processes and using a range of disciplinary approaches (i.e. history, philosophy, sociology, art history, etc.). In this course students will discover how this...
Geology is the most exciting and hands-on of the sciences. It is the study of a dynamic Earth that is changing on a daily basis due to tectonic activity, volcanoes, earthquakes, landslides, meteorite strikes, tsunami and more. This course is an "Introduction to Geology" and it outlines the formation of the Universe and Solar System. It examines the history of the Earth and of the Moon and its...
This micro-credential will provide essential knowledge and skills when supporting a person living with Alzheimer's Disease. Students will develop an understanding of the cause, onset, progression, course, and common symptoms seen with Alzheimer's Disease, as well as understand supportive therapies. This microcredential is suitable for formal and informal care providers, as well as any student...
Dementia is on the rise internationally as people are living longer. This micro-credential will provide learners with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to support people living with broad types of dementia. Learners will engage in quizzes, discussion, and case-based studies to understand Lewy Body Dementias, Frontal Temporal Dementias and Vascular Dementia. Upon completion of this...
This micro-credential will offer learners a comprehensive discussion of the common symptoms of dementia. Through virtual lecture, case scenarios, and discussion, learners will develop an understanding of eight common symptoms of dementia called the 8A's of Dementia. Further, learners will develop practical skills to employ when responding to these common symptoms of dementia. Learning Outcomes: 1...
Through virtual lecture, case scenarios, and discussion, this micro-credential provides tools helpful when navigating behavioural expressions often seen in people with dementia. Learners will develop a knowledge of common triggers of behavioural expressions and apply a range of tools to engage in behavioural planning, monitoring, and evaluation. Students will: 1. Weigh ethical considerations when...
Through virtual lecture, case scenarios, and discussion, this micro-credential will support learners in understanding and applying concepts of personhood to people with dementia. Dementia is a stigmatized condition, and symptoms can overshadow other aspects of a unique person. Upon completing this micro-credential, students will have a solid understanding of personhood and personcentered care...
Through virtual lecture, case scenarios, and discussion, this microcredential provides tools for learners to better understand the experience of dementia caregivers. Learners will assess the caregiving role, the impact of stress, burden, and burnout, and coping strategies to utilize as caregivers. This micro credential would be suitable for informal and formal caregivers, as well as health and...