The Biology of Belief
EDUC 600
Course Syllabus and Assignments
Course Instructor: Joseph C’de Baca, MaEd. 727-258-7233, info@graduatecoursesonline.com
Credit Hours: 3 Semester Credits Grade Type: Letter Grade
Course Readings: The Biology of Belief: Unleashing the Power of Consciousness, Matter and Miracles, by Bruce Lipton. 2005. Santa Rosa, CA: Elite Books. 205 pages.
Course Description:
This course provides educators with the new scientific discoveries about the biochemical effects of the brain's functioning and how thoughts affect all the cells of the body. Science and other teachers can utilize these concepts in their teaching and instructional delivery to improve student learning and motivation. Positive thinking, mindset changes, self confidence and productive outcomes in life and schooling are integrated with holistic biological wellness. Educators will study the new physics, DNA codes, and genetics to implement this knowledge into classroom instruction and schools.
Course Objectives:
1. Educators will review the new developments in science and biology regarding myths and realities of cell functions, genetic predetermination and the primacy of DNA.
2. Participants will learn about the significant impact that environment has on cellular biology, healthy body functioning, disease and how thoughts affect the brain and body.
3. Educators will be introduced to Epigenetics: the new science of self-empowerment and the laws of quantum physics as they relate to human improvement and behavior.
4. Participants will view The Living Matrix: The New Science of Healing DVD to explore bioengenetic research and knowledge from holistic healers, scientists and psychologists.
5. Educators will examine their professional lives as they relate to working in today's schools and how they can integrate the course content in classrooms and schools.
Chapter Review/Reflections: Write several paragraphs summarizing the main ideas or information you thought was significant from each chapter in the book. Extended bullet points of main issues are also acceptable. See rubric for guidelines.
Chapters:
Introduction: The Magic of Cells 1. Petri Dish Lessons: Smart Students
2. It's the Environment, Stupid 3. The Magical Membrane
4. The New Physics 5. Biology of Belief
6. Growth and Protection 7. Conscious Parenting: Genetic Engineers
Epilogue: Spirit and Science
Writing Assignments:
After the chapter reviews, write a two-page paper linking key concepts from the book Biology of Belief: Unleashing the Power of Consciousness, Matter and Miracles, by Bruce Lipton, into your specific classroom context. Write a DVD review of The Living Matrix: New Insights into our Bodies, Minds and Health. Compose your writings on areas of interest that are relevant to your teaching discipline or professional experience. This will enhance your capacity to apply the new concepts learned in this course. Focus your writings and activities on the concepts and strategies from the book and related assignments on how you can apply them to your school environment, teaching methodology and instructional practice.
Assignments include: 1. Book readings 2. Chapter reviews 3. Movie analysis & review 4. Final application essay 5. project or activity (APA or MA writing style format.)
Email Assignments: info@graduatecoursesonline.com Instructor: Joseph C'de Baca 727-258-7233
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Grading Grade Distribution
Chapter Reviews & Reflections 30% 90 - 100 = A
DVD Review 20% 80 - 89 = B
Project or Activity 30% 70 - 79 = C
Application Essay 20% 0- 69 = D - F
Total 100%
Letter Grade |
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Possible Points Points Earned
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A |
90-100 |
100
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B |
80-89 |
70
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C |
70-79 |
50
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Based on Rubric Score
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The Biology of Belief
Course Assignments and Rubric with Video Assignment:
Chapter Reviews/Reflections
Chapter Reviews |
Basic (50 pts.) |
Proficient (60 pts.) |
Advanced (70 pts.) |
Read the book and write chapter reviews and reflections for each chapter.
Write 3 to 6 paragraphs summarizing the ideas, knowledge, and information that you thought was significant from each chapter. Consider reflecting on a paragraph or a concept that was enlightening and applicable to teaching. Address or apply any state, district, or national academic standards. Expanded bullet points of main issues are also acceptable. Include your personal experiences, ideas, and critical analysis.
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Writes a basic narrative of the chapters’ contents. Includes major points expressed by the author. Includes at least one citation or example.
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Writes a general narrative of the chapters' contents with limited personal reflection. Expresses major points of each chapter. Writing includes any state, district, or national academic standards that apply. Includes several citations or examples.
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Writes a complete narrative of the main points of each chapter. Writes personal reflections that include the student's experiences with these issues as they relate to their personal classroom experience. Expresses major points of each chapter and provides in-depth elaboration. Includes any state, district, or national academic standards that apply. Includes critical analysis of the course’s positive and/or limiting content and offers solutions as they apply to instructional applications in classrooms and schools. Error-free. |
Academic Standards: Academic standards that apply to this course will vary from state to state. Visit your district or state educational websites for academic standards that may apply to specific courses or subject areas and apply them as needed.
DVD Video Review Rubric Assignment:
DVD Review |
Basic (10 pts) |
Proficient (15 pts) |
Advanced (20 pts) |
Locate the relevant DVD for the course and watch it or them the 1st time for entertainment. Then watch the movie a 2nd time pausing and taking notes.
Then write a movie review -reflection connecting movie content, information and learning with the book or research article or other course material . |
Writes a basic review of the DVD with one or two citations of information. Review only includes a minimal connection between course materials and DVD content
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Writes a expanded review of the DVD with several citations of information and explores the connection between course and DVD content.
Writing has some critical analysis, solutions, personal reflection and school applications.
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Writes complete review of DVD with numerous citations and examples that thoroughly explore the connection between course and DVD content. Personal examples, critical analysis, solutions and reflections are relevant to teaching and classroom applications in schools and personal development. |
Required Lesson or Unit Plan / Activity Rubric
Activity Lesson/Unit Plans |
Basic (10 pts.) |
Proficient (20 pts.) |
Advanced (30 pts.) |
Write a unit plan with two or more lesson plans or activities that demonstrate the course concepts in a school classroom or instructional environment. Other activities include: staff development, state academic standards, parent outreach, department or committee work, curriculum development, presentations, and school events. |
Creates a minimal activity and lesson plan that briefly demonstrates a simple application of a course concept or strategy that can be utilized in classrooms for instructional and/or evaluative applications.
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Creates a general activity and lesson plan or unit plan that demonstrates two or more course applications of the various topics or concepts. Includes any state, district, or national academic standards that apply. Contains a variety of teaching or learning styles and concrete or abstract practical applications of a concept from the course materials.
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Creates a detailed activity and lesson plan or unit plan that includes a variety of teaching and learning styles. Contains concrete and abstract activities for practical classroom applications of several concepts from the course content. Addresses any state, district, or national academic standards in the activity. Creates a lesson plan or activity that helps students utilize course content to apply the knowledge or skills to school curriculum for their affective needs and improving academic achievement. |
Final-Application Essay Rubric Assignment
Final-Application Essay |
Basic (10 pts.) |
Proficient (20 pts.) |
Advanced (30 pts.) |
Write an essay (3 to 6 pages ) combining all the course content or assignments and show how they can be applied to teaching students, schools settings and staff and personal development. |
Writes an essay addressing how the course content can be applied to classroom instruction, student achievement, and the overall school environment.
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Writes an essay with one or two examples of how various course concepts can be developed and implemented in the classroom and school environments. Writing addresses any state, district, or national academic standards. Addresses instructional methods, teaching strategies and effective lessons as well as students' affective needs and academic achievement.
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Writes a thorough essay with multiple examples of how various course concepts can be developed and implemented in classroom and schools. Includes student's personal and experiential reflections and any state, district, or national academic standards that apply. Writing has critical analysis of the course’s positive and/or limiting content and offers solutions as they apply to instructional applications in classrooms and schools. Addresses instructional methods, teaching strategies and effective lessons as well as the affective needs of students along with academic achievement. |
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