The Four Agreements By Joelyn K. Foy in partial fulfillment of EDTC 570 Courseware Authoring Dr. Czelusniak April 25, 2003 Next SlidePrevious SlideHomeAudio

There is a belief in the earth now that we are transitioning from the Piscean Age to the Aquarian Age. The transition began in the late 1880s and will continue until approximately This is also the year the Mayan Calendar ends. Some have interpreted this to mean that the world will end. Others believe that the world will end “as we know it”. However one interprets this transition time, there are changes happening very quickly which can be verified everywhere one looks.

One method of staying centered in a time of great change is to practice principles which have stood the test of time. The Toltec principles proposed by Don Miguel Ruiz and known as “The Four Agreements” are thousands of years old. This is a time when the mysteries of ancient civilizations are being brought into the light of day once again. Don Miguel Ruiz puts these ancient teachings in simple language.

Main Course Page Site Map Glossary of Terms Preassessment Course Objectives The Four Agreements Course will be just one element of a complete website dedicated to the study and practice of the four agreements in everyday life.

Main Course Page Site Map Glossary of Terms Preassessment Course Objectives The Site Map will provide links to each part of the website, including how to navigate the lessons and exercises.

Main Course Page Site Map Glossary of Terms Preassessment Course Objectives The Glossary of Terms will provide definitions of unfamiliar language used in the lessons, the exercises, and throughout the website. These will be terms that can be found in the reference materials, as they will be taken from the two sources cited.

Main Course Page Site Map Glossary of Terms Preassessment Course Objectives The Preassessment will identify those who are currently prepared to attend the Course.

Main Course Page Site Map Glossary of Terms Preassessment Course Objectives After the Preassessment has identified those qualified to take the Course, the Course Objectives will be available through a username and password.

Main Course Page Site Map Glossary of Terms Preassessment Course Objectives Lectures Exercises Links Anyone who is not identified as currently prepared to take the Course will, however, have access to some of the Course lessons and exercises. In addition, there will be much information on the website itself which will not be username and password protected.

Main Course Page Site Map Glossary of Terms Preassessment Course Objectives Lectures Exercises Links For instance, there will be lectures available

Main Course Page Site Map Glossary of Terms Preassessment Course Objectives Lectures Exercises Links Some exercises

Main Course Page Site Map Glossary of Terms Preassessment Course Objectives Lectures Exercises Links And links to other resources for practical spirituality in our chaotic times.

Main Course Page Site Map Glossary of Terms Preassessment Course Objectives Lectures Exercises Links The Course is delivered within the context of a complete website dedicated to the study and practice of the Four Agreements.

The Goal n To define the four agreements (behaviorist) n To discuss their practical use (cognitive) n To display through journaling their application in ordinary life (constructivist) Our goal in the Course will be to define the four agreements, then to discuss their practical use, and finally to display through journaling their application in ordinary life

Target Audience n Adults n Spiritually mature n Intuitively understand the difference between spirituality, religion and theology n Willing to actively work on themselves using these principles The preassessment will identify our target audience for the Course -- those adults who are spiritually mature, who intuitively understand the difference between spirituality, religion and theology, and who are willing to actively work on themselves using these principles.

Courseware Methodology n Lectures and audio clips n Online assessment(s) n discussion n Online, written or electronic journaling The Course will utilize a variety of methods for online learning -- lectures and audio clips, online assessment(s), discussion and online, written or electronic journaling.

Main Course Topics n Domestication and the dream n Be impeccable with your word n Don’t take anything personally n Don’t make assumptions n Always do your best n Breaking old agreements n Heaven on earth The Course topics will follow the chapter order of the book by Don Miguel Ruiz. Chapter 1 and Topic 1 is “Domestication and the dream” … and so on … until we’ve practiced each idea.

Course Objectives n Terminal Objective u To define the four agreements n Enabling Object u To apply the four agreements in everyday life situations The Course Objective is to define the four agreements. The learner’s deeper understanding of these life principles will be evidenced by applying the four agreements in everyday life situations.

Course Objectives n Terminal Objective u To define the four agreements n Enabling Object u To apply the four agreements in everyday life situations Through the group discussion within the Course, learners will share their comprehension of this application of principles to life.

Self Test Key [template]

Question 1: Which of the statements below will NOT be included in the study of the four agreements? A. Always do your best C. Be impeccable with your word B. Don’t make assumptions D. Everything is about me Key [template] Go ahead! Find the correct answer by clicking your mouse on the sound icons. When you hear applause, you’ve found the correct answer to the preview question.

Key End of Self Test [template]

Key n 1) D n 2) D n 3) B n 4) A n 5) B n 6) D n 7) C Back to Self Test [template]

Conclusion n In these uncertain times some are desperate for ancient principles which may facilitate adaptation to change In these uncertain times some are desperate for ancient principles which may facilitate adaptation to change.

Conclusion n The Four Agreements as taught by Don Miguel Ruiz may provide such assistance The Four Agreements as taught by Don Miguel Ruiz may provide such assistance.

Conclusion n This course will provide initial introduction to these principles, in-depth discussion, and straightforward practice This Course will provide initial introduction to these principles, in-depth discussion, and straightforward practice.

References n Ruiz, M. A The four agreements: a practical guide to personal freedom. Amber-Allen Publishing Co., San Rafael, CA. 138pp. This book will be required for the Course. It can be found online or at your local bookstore.

References n Ruiz, M. A The four agreements companion book: using the four agreements to master the dream of your life. Amber-Allen Publishing Co., San Rafael, CA. 210pp. This book is recommended for the Course.