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NUR 357: Healing And The Arts

3 credits

This course examines the role of the arts both as historical chroniclers and social commentators about healing and healing systems. The therapeutic use of music, dance, art, and drama to diagnose and heal is also explored. Examples are drawn from folk art and from contemporary art forms. (Distribution Reqs:Arts)

Learning Goals

Upon completion of this course, the student through discussion, class participation, and written assignment will be able to meet the following Course Objectives:1. describe the role of the arts as historical chroniclers of healing.2. describe the preparation of shaman and folk healers.3. discuss the role of folk arts in healing.4. discuss the role of the arts in contemporary diagnosis and healing.5. describe the educational preparation of art, music, dance, and drama therapists.6. discuss the role of the arts in providing social commentary about healing and healing systems.

*The learning goals displayed here are those for one section of this course as offered in a recent semester, and are provided for the purpose of information only. The exact learning goals for each course section in a specific semester will be stated on the syllabus distributed at the start of the semester, and may differ in wording and emphasis from those shown here.

Sections Offered: Fall 2024

Healing And The Arts
0302-357-001 TBA Fri 12:00 noon - 2:30 pm Garden City 3

Sections Offered: Spring 2024

Healing And The Arts
0302-357-001 D. Costello Fri 12:00 noon - 2:30 pm GC - SCB 322 3 This Course is Filled to Capacity

 
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