INTERNATIONALCOLLEGE OF THE CAYMANISLANDS

COURSE SYLLABUS
The mission of the International College of the Cayman Islands (ICCI) is to prepare students for career
placement and enhancement. The ICCI education instills attitudes, behaviors, sensitivities, skills and
knowledge that are essential to life and learning. The ICCI experience advances the potential for
leadership and a commitment to community service. ICCI equips graduates with practical skills of
critical thinking, problem solving and self-directed learning for success in the 21st century job market.

Course Title: Seminar on Cayman Islands

Course Number: SO 430
Course Description: Study of the history, and the social, economic, cultural and political
structure of the Cayman Islands, includes lectures, readings and field
experience.

Prerequisite(s)/ EN 101, EN 102, SO 201

Corequisite(s):
Instructional Credits: 5 hours
Instructor: Melisa Hamilton
Contact Information: 323-4414; melisa.hamilton@icci.edu.ky
Office Hours: Upon request

Dates: April 9 – June 22, 2018

Seminar: May 4 - 5, 2018 & May 16 -18, 2018
1. Explain heritage and its importance to a given culture.
2. Discuss the significance of various historical sites in Cayman.
Student Learning
3. Demonstrate adequate written communication skills by
Outcomes
satisfactory completing written assignments.
4. Demonstrate adequate oral commination skills by satisfactory
participating in group discussions and completing oral
presentations.
5. Utilize critical thinking skills t interpret, analyze, and evaluate a
chosen topic related to Cayman Islands heritage.

Instructional Methods Craton, Michael, Founded Upon the Seas: A History of the Cayman
Islands and Their People, 2003, Ian Randle Publishers

Bodden, J.A. Roy, The Cayman Islands in Transition, the Politics,

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 History And Sociology of a Changing Society. 2007, Ian Randle
Publishers (Recommended Text).

Assessment Criteria and Content Weight Percentage Grade

Methods of Evaluating
Students Discussions (3) 10 % 90-100 A
Community Outreach 10 % 80-89 B
Reflections (5) 10 % 70-79 C
Quizzes (3) 15 % 60-69 D
E-Portfolio 15 % Below 60 F
My Workshop 40 %
Total 100%
Participating/Attendance You must attend all field trips, activities, and lectures associated with
this seminar in order to avoid grade deductions for participation. Please
aim to participate by making valuable contributions to discussions
throughout the duration of the seminar. For every “missed” day of
seminar’s field trips, 5 points will be deducted from your total
Reflection Grade. Late submissions and/or late arrivals will attract point
deductions as well.
Cultural Presentation In teams (your team mate is your chosen ballot name), you will select
one aspect of the Know Your Cayman Islands Workshop and customize
your own “Know My Cayman Islands” Workshop to fully train and
engage your participants (class mates & invited guests) in that area.

Areas of Interest are:

1. Cayman’s historical sites and monuments and Cayman’s
indigenous flora and fauna
2. Cayman’s cultural food and beverage and Cayman’s
folklore and dance
3. Cayman’s Politics and State of Government and Cayman’s
National Symbols, Flag, Song and Anthem

These Workshops will be conducted on Wednesday, June 6th, 2018

at 6:00 pm. You will need to invite at least one expert in your given
areas, who will also be included in the Judging Panel. You will need
to confirm your invited guest expert no later than May 25, 2018.
There will be other specially invited guest judges.

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 You are allowed to invite at least two individuals (one must be a
student) who have not done the PRIDE program before.
You must secure props, display items, brochures etc. by June 4,
2018. Location: MH 2.
THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX! BE CREATIVE! WOW US!!!
Course Outline Introductory Meeting
Thursday Introduction. Meeting with Seminar Instructor
Apr 12 Time: 6 pm (Classroom CS 1)
Wednesday Prep Meeting before Field Trips with Seminar
Apr 25 Instructor
Time: 7:30 pm (Classroom CS 1) Quiz #1

Field Days (see attached detailed Itinerary)

Friday Field Trip- Cayman Brac
May 4th

Saturday Field Trip- Little Cayman

May 5th

Sunday Return to Grand Cayman

May 6th

Wednesday D.O. T- Customer Service Workshop

May 16th Coordinator: Ms. Holness
Time: 9am to 6pm (Classroom MH 2)

Thursday D.O. T- Know Your Cayman Islands Workshop

May 17th Coordinator: Ms. Holness
Time: 9am to 6pm (Classroom MH 2)

Friday D.O.T – All Island Tour

May 18th Coordinators: Ms. Holness & Prof. Hamilton
Time: 9am to 6pm

Wednesday My Know Your Cayman Islands Workshops at ICCI

June 6th Time: 6pm – 8pm (Classroom MH 2)

Tuesday E-Portfolio Submission Deadline

June 19th Time: 11:59 p.m.

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 Grading Rubric – Discussion Posts
Criteria Max. Points to be earned
APA Style, 300 word minimum 5
Spelling, Grammar, Mechanics 5
Submission received on time 3
Post is substantial and relates to 5
questions posed
Responds to one student with substance 2
Total 20 points

Grading Rubric – Reflection Posts

Criteria Max. Points to be earned
APA Style, 300 word minimum 5
Spelling, Grammar, Mechanics 5
Submission received on time 3
Post is substantial and relates to 5
questions posed
Responds to one student with substance 2
Total 20 points

Grading Rubric – “Know My Cayman Islands” Workshop

Criteria Max. Points to be earned
Teamwork Observed 10
Organization & Professional Image 15
Participants’ Engagement 15
Use of relevant props/visual aids etc. 15
Tangibles/Take-Aways 15
Cultural aspects clearly identified and 30
referred to throughout presentation
Total 100 points
The Workshops will be recorded and published on ICCI website.

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The E-Portfolio requirement will be as follows:
This is the grade for the overall e-Portfolio. The e-Portfolio is not due until the June 12, 2018 but there
are some of the items which will have an earlier due date on Populi.

Here is a model of the sections of your final e-Portfolio:

1. Introduction
Introduction which includes your name, your Major and Concentration (if applicable), your course
name, course number and course description, Student Learning Outcomes, and a copy of your
syllabus (use official one posted on Populi).

2. Reflection Papers
Copies of your Reflection papers on each of your Seminar Field Trips' Experience.

3. Photo Essay
Post at least 10 photos taken during your Seminar Field Trips. Give an explanation of each photo.

4. Community Outreach
Community Outreach Photo Overview Essay with a minimum of 5 photos with an explanation (at
least 3 sentences) of each photo.

5. My “Know Your Cayman Islands” Workshop

Video recording of your presentation along with relevant photos, documents etc.

Community Outreach Activity Requirements:

As discussed, please see the attached flyer on the Newlands Annual Neighborhood Clean Up (posted
online).

You will assist in the roadside clean-up activities starting at the ICCI campus.

You will be supplied with garbage bags and gloves. We will provide light refreshments afterwards.

Date: April 21, 2018

Time: 7 a.m.

You will need to create a short video clip (max. 5 minutes) featuring you doing your part in the
clean-up exercise, and share what you learnt from this activity.

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 GRADING RUBRIC- COMMUNITY OUTREACH ACTIVITY
Criteria Max. Points to be earned
Meets the required time (max. 5 mins.) 5
Clearly shows your participation in the 10
exercise
Your explanation of what you learnt 10
from this activity
Submission received on time 5

Total 30 points

GRADING RUBRIC- E-PORTFOLIO

Criteria Maximum Points to be earned

TITLE SECTIONS

Home Page about self and course details 10

Reflection Papers Section with uploads 10

Photo Essay Section with uploads 15

(These are pics you took during your field trips.
Minimum 10 photos, each with an explanation)
Video recording of Know My Cayman Islands 25
Workshop along with supporting documents
Community Outreach Section with uploads 20
(This include the Reflection Paper and a
minimum of 5 photos; each with an
explanation)
MECHANICS/PRESENTATION
Grammar & Spelling 10

Overall Presentation 10
Total 100 points

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