LSO216 - Religion and Culture in Canada

Prerequisite(s)
ENG105 or Equivalent

Topic Outline
* Introduction to World Religions (Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity)
* Theories of culture and religion
* History of Canadian immigration  
* Canadian multiculturalism
* History of religions in Canada
* Religious statistics in Canada
* Immigration and integration in Canadian society
* Religion and immigrant young adults in Canada
* Case studies in immigrant religions
* Religions in Canada vs. other countries
* Gender and religion

Mode of Instruction
Your professor will use a variety of appropriate teaching modes and techniques, such as the following:  lecture, question and answer, tutorials, classroom discussion, group work, individual and/or group presentation, computer-aided instruction, consultation, etc.

Prescribed Texts
Please see professor’s addendum for specific texts.
 

Reference Material
All students are required to use the following Research Guide for their assignments: Seneca Libraries. Guide to Research & Citation MLA Style. 5^th ed. [Toronto]: Seneca Libraries. 2014.  As this is no longer available in print, it can be found at the following.
seneca.libguides.com/mla

Required Supplies
None.

Student Progression and Promotion Policy

http://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/student-progression-and-promotion-policy.html

Grading Policyhttp://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/grading-policy.html

A+	90%  to  100%
A	80%  to  89%
B+	75%  to  79%
B	70%  to  74%
C+	65%  to  69%
C	60%  to  64%
D+	55%  to  59%
D	50%  to  54%
F	0%    to  49% (Not a Pass)
OR
EXC	Excellent
SAT	Satisfactory
UNSAT	Unsatisfactory

For further information, see a copy of the Academic Policy, available online (http://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/academics-and-student-services.html) or at Seneca's Registrar's Offices.(https://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/registrar.html).

Promotion Policy
To be successful in this course you must achieve a final grade of 50% or higher.
 
Promotion Policy: Online Courses
Students must earn a cumulative passing grade (minimum 50%) for the term work in order to write the final examination.  Students who fail the term work will automatically fail the course, although the professor can allow you to write the exam for practice purposes. 
Students who have passed the term work and write the final examination must pass the final examination (minimum 50%) in order to pass the course.  Students who fail the examination will automatically fail the course.
 
Exams for Online Courses
The final exam for this course will be held at Newnham campus. It is your responsibility to ensure that you make the necessary arrangements to write the final exam at Newnham. Should you happen to have another final exam that conflicts with your exam for this course, please inform your professor as soon as possible.

Modes of Evaluation
Tests                                       75%
Essay Assignment               25%   
 
Evaluation of Work
Evaluation is based on correct language usage, organization and mastery of the subject at a post- secondary level. Students are expected to learn professional standards of performance in the subject areas, and tests and assignments will be graded on that basis. In recognition of the significance of exceptional communication skills in the work place, marks are deducted for language errors. Exams/Tests will consist of essay questions and will be cumulative.

Academic Support and Expectations
Missed Tests / Presentations / In-Class Assignments
Students who miss scheduled tests, presentations, or in-class or online assignments will receive a grade of zero.  If there are valid reasons for missing the test, presentation, or in-class assignment, the student MUST:
a)       Contact the professor or student advisor by email prior to the start time of the test, presentation, or in-class or online assignment, and
b)       Provide documentation where appropriate.                            
At the professor’s discretion, a make-up test/in-class assignment or new date for the presentation may be granted or the value of the test may be added to a subsequent test or final exam. 
 
Late Assignments
Students who hand in late assignments will receive a penalty of 5% per day to a maximum of five consecutive days (weekends included).  Assignments will not be accepted after five consecutive days or as otherwise indicated by your professor.  If there are valid reasons for the late assignment the student MUST:
a)       Contact the professor by email no later than the date the assignment is due to indicate the assignment will be late, and
b)       Provide documentation where appropriate.  If the reasons are deemed to be valid by the professor, there will be no penalty.
 
Attendance and Participation
Consistent attendance is important for success in this subject.  If you are absent from class, please notify your professor by e-mail. You are still responsible for the material and assignments missed and may be required to provide documentation.  For extensions or special considerations, speak with your professor well in advance of any due dates. Any extensions will not be automatically granted.
Considerate classroom conduct, adequate class preparation, and constructive participation will enhance your academic experience and that of your colleagues.  In particular, you are asked to be prompt, courteous, responsible, and collaborative. 
 
Participation in Online Courses
Consistent online access is important for success in this subject. You are responsible for all online material and assignments; in addition, you need to be checking your Seneca e-mail on a daily basis for updates and other related information. While weekly updates and related e-mails will be provided, it is your responsibility to keep up with the content and maintain an active online presence.
Considerate online conduct, adequate preparation, and constructive online participation will be expected from each student and will enhance your academic experience and that of your fellow students. In particular, you are asked to be prompt, courteous, responsible, and collaborative, where relevant.
 
 
Learning Centre
The Learning Centre offers academic support to all Seneca students in the form of one-on-one tutoring, small group tutoring, and workshops and can be located at either the Newnham, Markham, York, or King campus.  Students can visit The Learning Centre in person to book an appointment or watch a tutorial on booking a tutoring appointment online at www.senecapolytechnic.ca/learningcentres.  
 
Dropping a Subject
There are two deadlines for dropping this subject.  If you drop by Day 10 of the semester, the subject will not appear on your transcript.  If you drop by the last drop date, the subject will appear on your transcript with a grade of DNC.  To drop, please notify your professor, complete a “Timetable Change Form,” and return it to Registration by the deadline.  Discuss any possible negative consequences of dropping the subject with your academic coordinator or student advisor.