REACTION PAPERS

REACTION PAPERS: Each student is required to participate in 2 learning activities outside class this semester and then write 2 reaction papers summarizing what you did and learned. The purpose of this assignment is for you to learn something about yourself, your relationships and/or any topic related to human sexuality and sexual health. Due dates are listed in class outline. Papers need to be turned-in during class. Papers may not be left in my mailbox or emailed. You may turn papers in early.

SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES FOR REACTION PAPERS: 1. Read an article from a magazine or journal. 2. Read chapters from The Guide to Getting it On. 3. Watch relevant TV programs and documentaries. 4. Take surveys and/or give them to others to take/discuss with you. 5. Attend a relevant lecture, workshop or conference. 6. Read a book related to sexuality or relationships. Look at the list of recommended books I’ve provided. You are not limited to that list. 7. Watch a movie relevant to class. Do look at the list of movies I’ve recommended. You are not limited to that list. 8. Individual “Field Trips” to community agencies, sex toy stores, Museum of Tolerance, or more controversial places like an adult book store, erotic dancing, gay establishment/event, dungeon, or nude beach. In order for these to count it needs to be a new experience for you. 9. Interviews persons whose sexuality or sexual experiences/socialization is different from yours. Prepare by making a list of relevant questions. 10. Have a detailed conversation with a friend or someone you’d like to be closer with about each other’s sexuality. 11. Participate in small group discussions with other classmates. 12. Explore non-pornographic sexual websites. See list of recommended websites. 13. Accept some of my challenges! 14. Anything else that would be meaningful to you. I do encourage you to think about activities or projects that would be personally meaningful. You may create a special project or do some research of your own.