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| 1. To identify and evaluate the social and personal consequences of studying death and dying. 2. To define cultural competence and evaluate its role in modern societies. 3. To assess new directions in thanatology and to suggest concerns that should be addressed. 4. To gain a global perspective and cultural sensitivity in studying death and dying. 5. To appraise difficulties in bridging research and practice in thanatology. 6. To identify features inherent in creating "compassionate cities." 7. To notice how the study of death and dying engages both your mental faculties and emotions. 8. To identify and appraise for oneself the qualities associated with an appropriate or a "good" death. 9. To analyze speculation about attitudes and practices related to death in the future and to assess the potential effects of these changes on individuals and society. |