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Chapter One

Exploring Human Sexuality: Past and Present. Chapter One. Agenda. Review Syllabus Course Goals Assignments/Responsibilities Introductions Factors for Consideration Discuss Reasons to Study Sexuality. Review Syllabus. Course Goals.

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Chapter One

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  1. Exploring Human Sexuality: Past and Present Chapter One

  2. Agenda • Review Syllabus • Course Goals • Assignments/Responsibilities • Introductions • Factors for Consideration • Discuss Reasons to Study Sexuality

  3. Review Syllabus

  4. Course Goals • To understand the influence of biological, psychological, and social factors on human sexuality. • To develop skills to discuss sexuality-related subjects maturely in appropriate situations. • To maintain an academic distance/tolerance toward sexual behaviors different from your own. • To distinguish science from rhetoric/ideology in the field of sexuality. • To learn skills for accessing sexuality-related information from reputable sources. • To recognize and appreciate the importance of sexuality across the lifespan. • To develop the skills and attitudes necessary for building respectful, intimate, loving relationships.

  5. Assignments • Complete Three Exams • Exam 1: June 21 (Chap 1, 2, 3, 7, 6, 11, 17, 18) • Exam 2: June 29 (Chap 5, 4, 10, 13, 12) • Exam 3: July 6 (Chap 14, 15, 8, 9) • Complete Two Assignments • Compare Scholarly Journal to Internet Search (Due June 18) • Reflect on Course (Due July 6)

  6. Responsibilities • Ask questions • Participate in class activities • View and discuss sexually explicit material • Be respectful • There will be differences of opinion on sensitive topics, but you must always be respectful of others. • Do not engage in disruptive behaviors • Turn off your cell phone • Turn off your I-Pod • No not arrive late/leave early

  7. Introductions

  8. Exercise One: Introduce Yourself • Introduce yourself to at least three people sitting near you. Possible topics: • Where are you from? • Why are you taking this course? • What is your favorite guilty pleasure?

  9. Exercise Two: Desensitization • Structure: discuss in small groups (3-5 per group) • To help you become comfortable talking about sexuality and using sex-related terms, discuss the following:

  10. Biological Psychological Cultural Factors to Consider in Human Sexuality

  11. Biological Psychological Cultural Factors to Consider in Human Sexuality

  12. Biological Factors • Physical differentiation. • Sexual arousal has a physical component. • Hormonal changes and physical health influence sexuality.

  13. Psychological Factors • Sexual self-concept and gender identification influence behaviors based on perceptions of appropriateness. • Sexual feelings are influenced by life experiences. There are conscious and unconscious influences. • Self-esteem: sense of personal value influences sexual feelings and behaviors.

  14. Cultural Factors • Concepts of sexuality vary from culture to culture and era to era. • Cultural norms influence behavior.

  15. Reasons to Study Sexuality

  16. Reasons • Obtain factual knowledge: provide tools to judge the validity of sexual information; identify myths. • Develop a positive sexual self-concept: factual information and personal integration of factual material can promote greater understanding and self-acceptance. • Improve communication: increase vocabulary; reduce embarrassment; reduce anxiety; develop ability and confidence to express all aspects of our sexuality. • What do you think?

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