Course ID
039588
Course Description
Gen TED places cutting-edge science findings into a rich discussion about the role that science plays in society by asking students to critique thought provoking TED talks, UA College of Science Lecture Series presentations, and live talks from select UA faculty. The course's engaging and transformative discussions and writing activities have been designed to elevate students' ability to analyze, discuss and communicate ideas in science. The class will increase students' awareness of key discoveries that exist at the boundaries of science and technology and investigate how these discoveries can lead to improvements in our quality of life, and evoke controversy within our society.
Min Units
3
Max Units
3
Repeatable for Credit
No
Grading Basis
GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E
Career
Undergraduate
Course Attributes
GE - T2-NATS (Tier 2 Natural Sciences)
Course Requisites
2 courses from Tier One - Natural Sciences.
May be convened with
Component
Lecture
Optional Component
No