Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 02/22/00 | |||
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WED258 20004-20055 | L+L | 2 Credit(s) | 2 Period(s) |
Auditory Meditation | |||
Focuses on the East Indian Yogic (Siddha) and Ayurvedic (Transcendental) meditation traditions and use of mantras, sounds and music in meditation. Discussion of the Vedanta System of Philosophy and the Bhagavad Gita. Explores the history and popularity of auditory meditations, and scientific research into the health benefits of Transcendental Meditation (TM) and other auditory meditations. Prerequisites: (PED101VR and PED101VR) or (PED101YJ and WED151) and WED162 or department approval. | |||
MCCCD Official Course Competencies: | |
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WED258 20004-20055 | Auditory Meditation |
1. | Demonstrate the basic principles of Auditory Meditations. (I- VI) |
2. | Explain the concept of Mantras and OM in relation to the practice of Auditory Meditation and the management of physical, emotional, and work related stress. (II, IV, V) |
3. | Describe the basic tenets of Ayurveda and Yoga that apply to the practice of Auditory Meditation, stress management and optimal health. (II, III, V) |
4. | List the reported and documented health benefits of regular meditation practice. (IV) |
5. | Assess suitability of Auditory Meditation for students. (V, VI) |
6. | Guide and evaluate students' progress in Auditory Meditation as a stress management and health enhancement discipline. (VI) |
MCCCD Official Course Outline: | |
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WED258 20004-20055 | Auditory Meditation |
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