Course
Description

Interrelationships of plants and humans from both historical and modern points of view, origins of agriculture and civilization, tropical and temperate food plants, medicinal plants, drug plants, destruction of environment, and its ultimate effect on food plants. 4 lec.

Methods of Course Instruction

To expose students to the variety of interactions between plants and people: how plants impact our lives on a daily basis, have impacted history, and will impact our future.

Three exams and five small projects (cross word puzzle, discussion board, treasure hunt, 1-2 page paper, do-it-yourself) are required.

Materials

Required

Plants and Society, 4th edition by E. Levetin & K. McMahon, McGraw-Hill Press. (soft cover)

Additional or Optional Materials
None

Alternative source where materials can be obtained
 Any on-line book seller


Note: The books for the course are in stock at College Bookstore, (740) 594-3505. Click here for online ordering.

Exams
Requirements

3 exams - No proctoring required

How are exams to be taken:  Exams are to be taken on-line at home through Blackboard, all questions are multiple choice.

Dates of Exams
Target dates Dec 5, 17 and 28.  All exams are available on-line for at least 48 hours.  Students may choose any convenient time during those hours to complete the exams.