interesting or unusual courses taken?
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I have a diploma in Neuro Linguistic Programming. Something interesting that I learned is how to cure synesthesia. I don't actually know if it works because people with synesthesia typically don't want it cured so I've never tried it.
nice. Synesthesia is such a unique trait that those who have probably feel quite unique and don't want to lose it. It's an interesting to look at the senses.
I have an interest in linguistics and for some reason I developed an interest in neuroscience. I even thought it would be great to study it but science was never my strong suit. I'll see if I can survive linguistics first and then go further if possible.
For me, when taking a class in Film theory, we learned about Christian Metz, a french film theorist who applied the language of grammar to the structure of film. The area is called film semiotics. I was in love with the theory when I learned about it. Film narrative and structure made so much more sense with this theory. I wish I could've learned more. It explains pretty well the way the various elements of film worked together.
Not a course, but my internship. An eye opening experience. Mainly from the standpoint of administration of non-profits and that my site was fraudulent. O-o
Well, I would say I have more definitive answers about duel diagnosed 18 yos being unleashed onto society as well. Hmph.
Well, I would say I have more definitive answers about duel diagnosed 18 yos being unleashed onto society as well. Hmph.
"Black English Language" was the official title. Yep... Ebonics!
My favorite was "Performance of Literature". That one course taught me more and helped me more than any other I've ever taken in school. Here I was a Business major, getting a bunch of strange looks when I walked into that class. I discovered I could turn on that inner actor in me whenever I like (as long as I have some recovery time afterwards).
My favorite was "Performance of Literature". That one course taught me more and helped me more than any other I've ever taken in school. Here I was a Business major, getting a bunch of strange looks when I walked into that class. I discovered I could turn on that inner actor in me whenever I like (as long as I have some recovery time afterwards).
Taxonomy.
The classification of biological forms is a very involved, ecletic field. It requires a very detailed and precise study of physical form, lifestyle, genetics, and even some behavioral observations. Once a detailed conceptual picture is taken of an organism, it is then necessary to fit it in with other very detailed conceptual pictures of other organisms. Even the final process of classification involves an elegant process of making distinctions fine enough to account for any and all differences between a certain species and another. This is especially striking when it comes to microorganisms and insects.
It was a one-off I took for one semester way-back-when - but it had a deep effect on me: if you want to be accurate in any field, in any respect it requires detailed knowledge and an ability to make relevant, precise distinctions.
The classification of biological forms is a very involved, ecletic field. It requires a very detailed and precise study of physical form, lifestyle, genetics, and even some behavioral observations. Once a detailed conceptual picture is taken of an organism, it is then necessary to fit it in with other very detailed conceptual pictures of other organisms. Even the final process of classification involves an elegant process of making distinctions fine enough to account for any and all differences between a certain species and another. This is especially striking when it comes to microorganisms and insects.
It was a one-off I took for one semester way-back-when - but it had a deep effect on me: if you want to be accurate in any field, in any respect it requires detailed knowledge and an ability to make relevant, precise distinctions.
I took a course about the Dead Sea Scrolls to fulfill an anthropology requirement. It was really interesting, because it turns out my professor was a part of the original team that helped find and preserve the document. I also found out a lot about Jewish culture and Kosher eating, which was pretty cool.
Yoga Teachers Training.
I have learnt so much about mind-body connection. How to use the body to control the mind and how to use the mind to control the body. It has givven me a great sense of awareness and mindfulness. I dont go through a day of my life without practicing yoga of some form or annother. I hope to take some more courses in the future. Maybe more in the art, therapy or childcare fields.
I have learnt so much about mind-body connection. How to use the body to control the mind and how to use the mind to control the body. It has givven me a great sense of awareness and mindfulness. I dont go through a day of my life without practicing yoga of some form or annother. I hope to take some more courses in the future. Maybe more in the art, therapy or childcare fields.
Theology of Death and Dying.
It was taught by a very modern priest who took the longest smoke breaks imaginable. But his behavior during the lecture is what made the class incredibly odd. He was super blunt about his opinions and just seemed kind of angry all the time. Like he wanted to.... Well... His sources were fine and so was the subject matter. But my oh my did that man rant. LOL.
It was taught by a very modern priest who took the longest smoke breaks imaginable. But his behavior during the lecture is what made the class incredibly odd. He was super blunt about his opinions and just seemed kind of angry all the time. Like he wanted to.... Well... His sources were fine and so was the subject matter. But my oh my did that man rant. LOL.
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Anthropology of Sex Roles
It was an interesting look at how the dichotomies of labor division and physical size contribute to equality of masculine and feminine or lack thereof in a culture. I loved that course but there was one guy in it who said on the first day he thought the class would be about sex itself and he kept sidetracking the discussion with really idiotic, uninformed comments. The professor was very kind and just chuckled at him.
It was an interesting look at how the dichotomies of labor division and physical size contribute to equality of masculine and feminine or lack thereof in a culture. I loved that course but there was one guy in it who said on the first day he thought the class would be about sex itself and he kept sidetracking the discussion with really idiotic, uninformed comments. The professor was very kind and just chuckled at him.
i'm taking a 4 day course on aquarium building next week, i'll tell you how it goes 
My goodness. I want my synthesia cured... I didn't know it was possible.
Anyhow, a course I really enjoyed on the aestheic level (not exactly interesting), was a semester of entomology. Insects are just so awesomely beautiful and varied.
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I took a course in Realm Reading a few years ago. It was very interesting to learn about the different realms of spirit, how they interplay with one another, and how to "spot" them. I still use much of what I learned in that course in my healing work with people.
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I took a course called Genocide and Resistance, in which we studied novels from the holocaust as well as theology relating to it. The class was led by a Episcopalian theology professor and a Jewish English professor.
Holy crap, they're freakin adorable...and I HATE flies.