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An Introduction to Philosophy This course aims at being an introduction to the way of philosophical thinking through a close reading of Plato’s Republic and other classical philosophical texts. The course will introduce the students to the major topics, problems, concepts and approaches of philosophy by following the lead of Socrates to examine the ways of life. In addition, the course will provide a preliminary training of reading, arguing and writing in the philosophical way. Introduction: philosophy as a way of life Republic I: Justice, the failure of the definition Republic II: The founding of a just city? Republic III: Education of the Guardians Republic IV: From city to Soul Republic V:　Three Waves Republic VI: the way to philosophy Republic VII: the ladder of learnings Republic VIII: degenerate cities Republic IX: Tyrant Republic X: the Myth of Er Mencius I: Justice and advantages Mencius II: Beyond Altruism and Egoism Mencius III: Ataraxia Mencius IV: Natural Goodness Great Learning

Group social work is an important method among the three major practice methods of social work. This course mainly introduces the basic principles of group social work, the theoretical basis of group work, group types, elements of group systems, group dynamics, group social work process and the evaluation of group social work. The purpose of setting up this course is to enable students to systematically understand the meaning, origin and development of group social work as well as the theoretical basis of group social work practice, to have an in-depth understanding of the structure, process and development of the group, and to master the principles and characteristics of each different implementation stage. On the basis of comprehensively using various methods and techniques of group social work to organize the implementation of group social work. The course will explain practical theories while supplementing them with relevant cases. While paying attention to the analysis of practical theories, it will also focus on teaching group work skills and methods to prepare students for group social work.

Through the analysis of specific cases of communication in different situations and the systematic study of relevant theories, students can understand the basic theories of communication and master the methods to improve communication efficiency in different situations. Through a series of case discussions, students are trained to analyze and solve interpersonal conflict, team management, negotiation, cross-cultural adaptation and other related problems in practice by combining relevant theories. At the same time, through actual research and reporting, students will be trained to discover, analyze and solve problems, as well as expression and teamwork skills.

In today's society, with the process of globalization and informatization, people are more and more exposed to individuals and groups with different backgrounds. How to communicate with different individuals? How to improve the efficiency of the team? How do you adapt to a new environment?

Through the study of this course, students will be able to better understand and master the theory and skills of communication, management and negotiation in life and work.

Through classroom study, classic reading and course videos, a more comprehensive understanding of the basic knowledge of critical thinking and argumentation theory. Through case analysis and problem discussion, this course will focus on cultivating my ability of independent thinking, comprehensive analysis and language expression. Through the overall design of the course, it will guide the formation of reflective thinking attitude, logical thinking skills and open thinking quality, reflecting critical thinking and innovative spirit.

On the basis of expanding the scope of students' knowledge of modern biology, strengthen the cultivation of students' practical ability through various experimental operations with points and aspects. At the same time, to promote the integration of students towards interdisciplinary aspects, focusing on the cultivation of students' innovative thinking, innovative ability and practical ability.

General biology experiment is a basic and comprehensive general education experiment course of life science for non-life science majors in the whole school. The course basically involves the major fields of current life science research. Taking into account the actual situation of students in different disciplines and majors, the experimental content is set up into four major sections, namely the form and structure of various types of organisms, tissues and cells, physiology and biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology, etc. At the same time, it tries to start from real life, and gradually in-depth into the basic principles and basic methods of life science And the latest progress of life science. In the course of design, in view of the characteristics of non-life science students, especially liberal arts students, who rarely conducted experimental operations by themselves before, the experimental operation steps start from simple and easy to operate basic experimental methods, and guide them to complete all experimental operations independently or cooperatively step by step; At the same time, they are required to examine and think about some phenomena in life from the perspective of their professional knowledge, and stimulate students' innovative thinking; By choosing some biological phenomena in daily life and the more cutting-edge experimental content in the current life science research, stimulate students' learning initiative and enthusiasm.

The main contents of this course include: the development history of shooting sports at home and abroad, basic knowledge of weapons, basic principles of shooting, military rifles, steam rifles, steam pistols shooting basic skills and live-fire training.

An introduction of chinese buddhist history, including important events , main figures and schools.

This course includes:

 (1) A comprehensive overview of the history of Chinese Buddhism based on the stages of its spread and development in early China;

 (2) Introduction to the translation, annotation, and dissemination of Buddhist classics; 

(3) Selective explanation of the main ideological thoughts, religious sects, and their theoretical characteristics in Chinese Buddhism through reading original materials; 

(4) Exploring the exchange and integration between Buddhism and traditional Chinese culture in the context of Chinese social and cultural backgrounds. Additionally, based on classroom teachings, selected readings will be organized, followed by open discussions.

This class will introduce Mindfulness Intervention for Emotional Distress. It includes concept of Mindfulness and evidence for Mindfulness intervention. It will teach the common practice of mindfulness, including body scan, mindfulness siting, body stretch, mindful walking, mindful eating. Students need complete 15 minutes mindfulness practice daily, and other relative tasks. The object of this class: through study and practice, students will learn mindfulness practice, the strategies of reduction of emotional distress.