• For this assignment, you will create a PowerPoint presentation (9-12 slides) that outlines the basic functions of the brain, nervous system, and sensory systems. Be sure to address the following issues in your presentation:
  1. Brain: Be sure to include the major lobes of the brain as well as the areas in the sub-cortex. A brief description of the function of each component should be included.
  2. Nervous System: Include the major components of the nervous system (Central/Peripheral, Autonomic/Somatic, Sympathetic/Parasympathetic). Also include the basic functions of each section, along with the basic functions of neurons.
  3. Sensory Systems: Include the major features involved in vision and hearing, along with how each functions so that we can see and hear.

  While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

   

  You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin, unless otherwise directed by your instructor. If so directed, refer to the Student Success Center for directions. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin.

   

   

  This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.

A. This week we are thinking about the fact that there are many different religions in the world.  Consider this issue: given that there are so many different religions in the world, what kinds of problems and tensions is this responsible for causing in the world today?

B. In our reading from the Dalai Lama he says, “I generally believe that every major religion has the potential for giving any human being good advice; there is no question that this is so” (666).  Explain what the Dalai Lama is saying here in your own words.  Do you agree with it?  Why or why not?

C. In our reading from Hick this week, he quotes Raymond Firth on the point that “religion is universal in human societies” (633).  And he quotes Wilfred Cantwell Smith on the point that “In every human community there exists something that we, as sophisticated observers, may terms religion or a religion” (633). Provide at least two concrete examples from either the modern world or from your knowledge of past history that illustrate Firth and Smith’s points.

D. This week we talked about 4 different positions: 1) Strict Exclusivism, 2) Soteriological Inclusivism, 3) Religious Pluralism, and 4) Religious Skepticism.  Briefly explain each of these positions in your own words.  End by stating which one you think is the most plausible, and be sure to make your reasons for favoring that position clear.