ADDS-500 Substance Abuse |
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Greg Blevins of Governor State University helps students achieve an in-depth understanding of the uses and abuses of drugs in contemporary society. His course provides a balanced, factual account of the physiological, psychological, and sociological aspects of drug abuse. |
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ADDS-501 Addictions Counseling |
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Addictions Counselors work with a client population that is becoming more diverse every day. Because their clients are so different, counselors need to have many treatment strategies in their repertoires. What works for one client - or even one group of clients will not necessarily work for another. Unfortunately the models that are most frequently used in addiction treatment were first developed to meet the needs of a homogeneous group of clients. Effective counselors need new models, innovative techniques and a fresh perspective. |
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ADDS-526 The Adolescent Substance Abuser |
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Examines the prevalence of substance abuse and use in the schools; the etiology of such use/abuse; the pharmacology of abusable drugs as it relates to the physiological, psychological, and social development of youth; and methods of preventing, intervening, and/or treating substance use/abuse among youth and adolescents. Designed for teachers, counselors, and administrators in K-12 schools, as well as parents and other interested members of the community. |
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ANTH-350 Beliefs And Believers |
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This course provides a comprehensive look at the nature and function of the religions and secular beliefs that comprise today's major "world views". Established beliefs covered in the course include Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Also included are belief systems outside the scope of mainstream religious institutions, such as New Age, religion, neo-paganism, and "Civil Religion". These world views are explored in-depth using six dimensions of study: mythical, experiential, doctrinal, ritual, ethical and social. Students in this course receive an introduction to diverse belief systems and gain a balanced perspective on how differing belief systems affect us on a global scale and in our own backyards. |
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COMS-534 Family Communication |
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Dr. Kathleen M. Galvin guides students through an introduction to everyday family communication across a wide range of family types and ethnic heritage. This course examines the various issues - personal, governmental, educational, and religious that influence the ways in which family systems develop, sustain, and manage their relationships.Interviews and discussion help students gain a better understanding of how family systems work.Dr. Galvin demonstrates effective ways of improving communication in the family that encompass such techniques as emotion coaching, storytelling, reading, and listening. |
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ENGL-308 Living Literature - The Classics And You |
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Literature introduces students to the seminal literary texts that shaped Western culture and transcend time and place. Students are challenged to think critically and creatively about cultural traditions and to assess how they fit as individuals within these traditions. The course is taught by Jeffrey Lynch, Ph.D. and Associate Dean of the College of Arts and Humanities at Eastern Illinois University. |
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ENGL-533 Teaching Young Adult Literature |
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Read & Rap invites you to explore the scope of literature targeted at students of middle and high school age. The course provides in-depth examination of criteria critical to selecting the right literature for the right audience. These criteria help teachers guide the selection process to achieve increased student interest and involvement, suitability by reading level, excellence in evaluation protocol, fairness toward special interests (historical, cultural, political, etc.), thematic unit support, and understanding of the interrelatedness of reading, writing, speaking, listening, viewing and thinking. |
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ENGL-558 Contemporary Native American Writers |
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This course adds a novel dimension to multicultural, diversity, and literature curricula. Video classes are hosted by Dr. Jacquelyn Kilpatrick of Governors State University, and features interactive discussion between students and major contemporary Native American authors. These authors provide insights to their fiction and poetry, and explain the impact of Native American philosophy, culture, and concerns on their work. Common discussion themes include the context in which the writers practice their craft and what it means to be a Native American author. |
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PSYC-305 Love: What Everyone Needs To Know |
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According to psychologists, the single greatest predictor of happiness and success in life is a healthy love relationship. Yet, although we concede that knowledge is power, most of us have only a rudimentary understanding of what we're in for when we go off in search of true love.
LOVE demystifies this all-important predictor of happiness, defining the nature of true love and outlining the commitment it takes to keep it alive. The course is taught by two distinguished doctors: Dr. Pat Love, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and relationship consultant, and Dr. Jon Carlson, a university professor and Psychologist. Both instructors are practicing clinicians and have authored books and articles that have attracted national recognition. They challenge students to confront assumptions on the nature of love and to critically analyze the ideals perpetuated by popular culture in order to realize the wisdom it takes to find lasting love. |
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PSYC-410 Personality Theories |
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Personality Theories is a comprehensive survey course that examines the fundamental principles behind our most valued schools of psychological thought. The course, taught by Professor Terri P. Schwartz of Governor State University, covers five major trends in personality analysis: Early analytical theories, behaviorist approaches, social and interpersonal theories, academic techniques of personality study, and growth-oriented techniques of personality study. |
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PSYC-445 Social Psychology |
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Offered in both lecture and televised formats. Evaluation of methods of inquiry and identification of levels of analysis as applied to problems of thought and behavior in American society. Study of interpersonal relations and communications, social power, persuasion, decision making, attitude change, and group membership. |
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SOSC-320 Dealing With Diversity |
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Dealing with Diversity helps students enrich their lives by opening their eyes to new people and new experiences. The course features real people of varying age groups, regions, social classes, and ethnic, religious and racial backgrounds. Valuable social interaction skills are acquired as students learn to appreciate the video participants for their differences while they uncover similarities.
Dealing with Diversity is an impressive collection of readings by top academic experts that explore the issues of diversity and multicultural education. Recorded interviews and discussions with some of the world's leading authorities are c ombined with interviews of individuals in and beyond the U.S. who either have experience or are currently touched by diversity issues.
To help students internalize important concepts, the course starts from a point of reference they already understand... their own experiences with diversity. They are then encouraged to compare these experiences with people in and beyond the U.S. who have experienced or are currently wrestling with diversity issues. |
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SOSC-575 Women And Social Action |
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Women and Social Action goes beyond social theories and popular politics, offering a first-hand look into how women are influencing society on a grassroots level. Personal stories from over seventy women and men reveal the complexities of our lives and highlight the commitment, vision, humor, and compassion that result in effective social action. |
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