IIR Schedule of Classes

This course will examine development and behavior of various types of children with exceptionalities. Consideration is given to children with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, attention deficit/hyperactive disorders, emotional and behavioral disorders, communication, language, and speech disorders, children who have special gifts and talents, are deaf or hard of hearing, are visually impaired, and children with physical disabilities, health impairments, and multiple disabilities.

This course examines the history of China from the late nineteenth century to the mid-twentieth century through the lens of revolution. It explores the transition of China from a Manchu empire to a modern nation-state. The course highlights the idea of revolution-racial, political, national, social, and cultural-in the Chinese context.

Introduction to human information processing, including such topics as concept formation, pattern recognition, attention, memory and problem-solving.

The focus in this course is on creating stories about the world in 2D. Students will learn about composition, exposure, and depth of field and how these can be manipulated to create compelling photographic narratives. In keeping with fast evolving technology, smartphone cameras will be used for some projects, and AI techniques will be applied, where appropriate, during postprocessing. LinkedIn Learning certification is also offered. Course work prepares students for work in news gathering and documentary journalism, in publishing as photojournalists, product and commercial photography, law enforcement, and research about the climate and the environment.

This course exposes students to the fundamentals of creative thinking in visual communication. The focus is on understanding the principles of message design and the role typography, color and imagery play in creating visual content. Using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, students will develop a body of work for a design portfolio. This course is a must for students pursuing a career in marketing, public relations, advertising, event planning, and other occupations prioritizing visual content creation.

Examination of the traditional style of visual communication, its practices and theoretical underpinnings juxtaposed against contemporary digital media aesthetics and techniques. Utilizing a variety of communication skills and new media tools, students will plan, write, shoot, edit, and upload digital visual narratives.

An exploration of visual communication and meaning creation. A theoretical and practical application of communication concepts and techniques in the production of visual content.

The French Revolution from its origins in feudal, aristocratic society to the revolutionary wars and Napoleonic era. The European reaction to the revolution is examined as is its relationship to the contemporaneous American Revolution. The decline of Court society and values and their replacement by a democratic society are central issues. Two outstanding historical movies are part of the course.

Designed to introduce students to the academic and practical fields of health communication. It blends theoretical concepts and practical concerns that impact upon health communication processes. To be specific, this course extensively covers influential theories and models of behavior change as well as cutting-edge research on health communication interventions or campaigns, exposing students to authoritative work done in both areas. Students in this class will also learn about the process of planning a comprehensive health communication campaign and have the opportunity to work in groups to develop their own campaign plans addressing an urgent health problem.

This course provides an overview of the history of Western science since the 18th century. It will emphasize the development of various scientific fields within their institutional settings and the professionalization of the role of the scientist.