New Class: Information, Science, and Society

The library will be offering a new course in Fall Term that has been approved for both the new general education capacity Inquiry & Analysis as well as for Strand F in University Studies. The course invites students to explore high-interest current topics in science and learn about how people encounter, evaluate, and use scientific information in their daily lives. Using a variety of media, including newspaper, magazine, and journal articles, nonfiction books, videos, websites, and a novel, students will consider how people engage with science outside of the laboratory or classroom—and how personal, political, economic, and other contexts shape our understanding of new, thorny, or contentious scientific issues. The course is also designated as a low-cost materials course.

Course information:

Information, Science, and Society

CRN: 1495

Credits: 4

Day/Time: Mon-Wed 1:30-3:20

Delivery: In-person (Ashland campus)

General Education/University Studies: Inquiry & Analysis/Strand F

May 8, 2023

About Hannon Library

The Hannon Library is integral to the success of all learners at Southern Oregon University. We advance information literacy and lifelong learning by teaching diverse learners to navigate and understand increasingly complex information environments. We embrace new information technologies and are committed to providing equitable access to extensive electronic and print collections. We commit to excellence in service, programming, and outreach that furthers intellectual growth.

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