This is a 10 week, four competence course that explores the science of Oriental Medicine and its system of interconnection to nature and the human body. Students will study Chinese Medicine(CM) theory; investigating this healthcare model that is based on imbalances or blockages in the body leading to illness. They will study CM Five Element theory which connects personal constitution to nature and the elements. Students will explore the system of "meridians" or nerves whose interconnectedness generate health in CM. Through processes of self exploration, written essays and reflection, students will review the sciences of CM theory, pathology, diagnosis and basic applications of the medicine (Acupressure/herbology).
Students will review research studies of the science of Chinese Medical techniques through group work and exploration. They will review the basics of Chinese Medicine Theory, examining their own Pulse and Tongue and how this diagnostic system reveals illness. Everyone will have a chance to experiment with healthier food options and study some Chinese Herbs for common ailments. Through these studies, students will grow in understanding of connections in their bodies with nature and explore ways of helping the common cold, backaches, migraines etc.
Students taking the course for the S1B competence will take a "field trip" to an acupuncture clinic in their area and/or interview a practitioner and participate in weekly discussion and readings.
Students in the competences S4, S3B and / or A3X will focus on weekly readings, discussion, final papers and some journal work.
After completing this course, you will be able to:
If you opt to address the S1B, S4, S3B or A3X competence, you will be able to:
In this course, you will develop the following competencies:
Competence |
Competence Statement and Criteria |
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S4 |
Can describe and explain connections among diverse aspects of nature.
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S3B |
Can assess health care practices based on an understanding of the biological and social factors that contribute to definitions of health.
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S1B |
Can use public or private institutions as resources for learning science.
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A3X |
Can assess the assumptions of Eastern versus Western ideas concerning mental and physical health. Can identify the basic differences in philosophy of Traditional Chinese Medicine versus the Western medical model.
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To buy your books, go to http://depaul-loop.bncollege.com.
MIsha Ruth Cohen (2006). The Chinese Way to Healing. ISBN-13: 978-0595399505
Gail Reichstein (1998). Wood Becomes Water. ISBN-13: 978-1568362090
Harriet Beinfield and Efrem Korngold (1992). Between Heaven and Earth: a Guide to Chinese Medicine. ISBN-13: 978-0345379740
A = 95 to 100 |
A- = 91 to 94 |
B+ = 88 to 90 |
B = 85 to 87 |
B- = 81 to 84 |
C+ = 77 to 80 |
C = 73 to 76 |
C- = 69 to 72 |
D+ = 65 to 68 |
D = 61 to 64 |
F = 60 or below |
INC |
Grades lower than a C- do not earn credit at the School for New Learning.
This course consists of 10 modules. The estimated time to complete each module is one week.
The following table outlines the course:
Week, Module # and Title |
Readings |
Assignments |
Week 1, Module 1: Treasure of Health |
Read Wood Becomes Water, Chapters 1-2 (pages 2-40) Read Between Heaven and Earth "Who Am I?" (pages 131-146) and "Wood" (pages 160-175) |
1.1 Introductions Discussion 1.2: Journal Assignment - Liver Flush |
Week 2, Module 2: Fire & Earth elements |
Read Wood Becomes Water, Chapters 3-4 (pages 50-127) Read Between Heaven and Earth, "Fire" and "Earth" (pages 176-203) e-reserves: Pitchford, P. (2002). Healing with whole foods: Asian traditions and modern nutrition. (pages 332-333, 345) |
2.1 Discussion: Which Element are You? |
Week 3, Module 3; Water & Metal |
Read Wood Becomes Water, Chapters 5-6 (pages 128-203) Read Between Heaven and Earth, "Metal" and "Water" (pages 204-231); "Our Journey East" and "Philosophy in the West" (pages 3-27) e-reserves: Pitchford, P. (2002). Healing with whole foods: Asian traditions and modern nutrition. ("Resolving Grief and Sadness" page 348, "Protecting the Lungs" page 352, "Kidneys and Fear" page 356)
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3.1 Group Project: Famous People and Their Types 3.2 Reflection (S3B) |
Week 4, Module 4; In Sickness and in Health |
Read The Chinese Way to Healing (pages 1-60) e-reserves: Pitchford, P. (2002). Healing with whole foods: Asian traditions and modern nutrition. (pages 89-94) e-reserves: Kaur, S. (2005). The complete natural medicine guide to women's health. (pages 184-232) |
4.1 Discussion: Getting Sick the Chinese Way 4.2 Interview a Practitioner (S1B) |
Week 5, Module 5; Let’s Play 20 Questions! |
Read The Chinese Way to Healing (pages 67-77) Read Between Heaven and Earth, "Acupuncture" (pages 235-255) and "Reading the Patterns" (pages 65-83) |
5.1 Study Question: Western vs. Eastern Treatments 5.2 Discussion: Meridians and You 5.3 Interview a Practitioner (S1B) |
Week 6, Module 6; Real People with Real Problems |
Web Readings/Case Studies (details in course module content) |
6.1 Discussion: 6.2 Journal: Tongue Activity 6.3 Interview a Practitioner
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Week 7, Module 7; Health with Food |
Read The Chinese Way to Healing (pages 79-114) Read Between Heaven and Earth, "Acupuncture" (pages 235-255) and "Reading the Patterns" (pages 65-83) e-reserves: Pitchford, P. (2002). Healing with whole foods: Asian traditions and modern nutrition. (pages 25-43) |
7.1 Discussion: Recipe Report |
Week 8, Module 8; Herbs in the Kitchen |
Read The Chinese Way to Healing (pages 96-132) Read Between Heaven and Earth, "Culinary Alchemy" (pages 323-379) |
8.1 Discussion: Herbal Therapy Compared to Prescription Drugs |
Week 9, Module 9; Understanding of Health |
Web Reading: Helms, J.M. An Overview of Medical Acupuncture |
9.1 Discussion: Integration of Acupuncture and Western Medicine |
Week 10, Module 10; Ancient Medicine Modern Times |
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10.1 Discussion 10.2 Final Paper (S4) 10.3 Final Paper (S3B and A3X) 10.4 Final Paper (S1B) |
To see course due dates, click on the Checklist link on the top navigation bar. This page contains module-specific checklists and due dates for the work due in the course.
Grading Category: |
% of Final Grade: |
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Discussions |
40% |
Journals |
20% |
Competence-specific Written Assignments |
40% |
To complete the course, you must complete each of the assignments as described in the course and submit them to your instructor by the assigned deadline. In addition, you must participate in the course discussion forum by responding to all instructor requests and by interacting with fellow classmates as necessary.
Points are deducted for late work.
All writing assignments are expected to conform to basic college-level standards of mechanics and presentation.
Consider visiting the Writing Center to discuss your assignments for this course or any others. You may schedule appointments (30 or 50 minutes) on an as–needed or weekly basis, scheduling up to 3 hours worth of appointments per week. Online services include Feedback–by–Email and IM conferencing (with or without a webcam). All writing center services are free.
Writing Center tutors are specially selected and trained graduate and undergraduate students who can help you at almost any stage of your writing. They will not do your work for you, but they can help you focus and develop your ideas, review your drafts, and polish your writing. They can answer questions about grammar, mechanics, different kinds of writing styles, and documentation formats. They also can answer questions and provide feedback online, through IM/webcam chats and email.
Obviously, the tutors won’t necessarily be familiar with every class or subject, but they are able to provide valuable help from the perspective of an interested and careful reader as well as a serious and experienced student-writer.
Schedule your appointments with enough time to think about and use the feedback you’ll receive. To schedule a Face-to-Face, Written Feedback by Email, or Online Appointment, visit www.depaul.edu/writing.
Discussion Forums are an important component of your online experience. This course contains discussion forums related to the topics you are studying each week. For requirements on your participation in the Discussion Forums, please see “Course Expectations” in the syllabus.
A Course Q & A discussion forum has also been established to manage necessary, ongoing social and administrative activities. This is where the management and administrative tasks of the course are conducted, and where you can ask ‘process’ questions and receive answers throughout the course. Please feel free to answer any question if you feel you know the answer; this sharing of information is valuable to other students.
This course includes and adheres to the college and university policies described in the links below:
Academic Integrity Policy (UGRAD)
Academic Integrity Policy (GRAD)
Course Withdrawal Timelines and Grade/Fee Consequences
Accommodations Based on the Impact of a Disability
Protection of Human Research Participants
APA citation format (GRAD)
University Center for Writing-based Learning
This syllabus is subject to change as necessary. If a change occurs, it will be clearly communicated to students.
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