COURSE SYLLABUS

[Pages:14]COURSE SYLLABUS

Strategies for Building Self-Esteem HUS 1013

Dawn Janusz Online Instruction

610 Fall 2021

View the Syllabus Addendum, which provides the most current version of fluid information, such as the academic calendar.

ST. PETERSBURG COLLEGE HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM

HUS 1013 STRATEGIES FOR BUILDING SELF-ESTEEM 3 Credit Hours (ONLINE)

Instructor: Dawn Janusz

Phone:

(727) 341-3767 OFFICE: HEC 175

Office Hours: Any day by appointment / Contact me online or by phone

COMMUNICATIONS: Please e-mail me within the online course. I will make every attempt to respond to your emails and phone calls the same day. I will be sure to respond within 48 hours, if not sooner. Your success is important to me, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Course Text: Required: McKay, M., & Fanning, P. (2016) 4th Edition. Self Esteem: A proven program of cognitive techniques for assessing, improving, and maintaining your self-esteem (4th ed.). Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, Inc. ISBN 1-62625-393-3

A. Course Description:

This course is an introduction to the study of self-esteem and is designed to help the student learn more about self and the process of taking responsibility for self. The course further promotes the growth of one's self-esteem and self-worth through a proven program of cognitive techniques for assessing, improving and maintaining self-esteem.

B. Major Learning Outcomes:

1. The student will understand and apply skills leading to increased self-awareness and selfunderstanding.

2. The student will identify the three step process of personal growth as it relates to awareness, acceptance, and adjusting.

3. The student will demonstrate an understanding of self through participation in various exercises (fantasy, self-disclosure, self-exploration) designed to raise one's self-esteem.

4. The student will demonstrate skills leading to the ability to take responsibility for self.

5. The student will recognize the practice of irrational thinking and its impact.

6. The student will apply skills of accurate self-assessment.

7. The student will learn skills for effective goal setting and planning.

C. Course Objectives As Stated in Performance Terms:

1. The student will understand and apply skills leading to the increased self-awareness and selfunderstanding by:

a. recognizing the differences between perceiving, feeling and thinking.

b. becoming familiar with key concepts, to include, the Pathological Critic (the negative inner voice that attacks and judges you.)

c. recognizing how to effectively make the critic useless.

d. learning how to respond effectively to criticism.

2. The student will identify the three step process of personal growth as it relates to awareness, acceptance, and adjusting by:

a. listing their strengths and weaknesses.

b. developing a new accurate self-description.

c. learning to value the person within.

3. The student will demonstrate an understanding of self through participation in various exercises (fantasy, self-disclosure, self-exploration) designed to raise one's self-esteem by:

a. changing the way one interprets life.

b. helping the student become more aware of self.

4. The student will demonstrate skills leading to the ability to take responsibility for self by:

a. improving decision-making skills.

b. completing skill-building activities to practice asking for what they want and getting their needs met in a positive way.

c. recognizing that mistakes are a normal part of the learning process and acknowledge and take responsibility for mistakes in order to learn how to move forward and avoid making the same mistakes again.

5. The student will recognize the practice of irrational thinking and its impact by:

a. participating in classroom activities/exercises, receiving feedback, then discussing the feedback with the instructor in order to process thoughts, feelings and reflections to criticism and feedback.

b. effectively recognizing and identifying incidences of their own irrational thinking and practicing the replacement of more rational, positive thoughts and self-talk.

6. The student will apply skills of accurate self-assessment by:

a. completing self-concept inventories.

b. listing strengths and weaknesses.

c. developing a new self-description.

d. learning to celebrate strengths.

7. The student will develop skills for effective goal setting and planning by:

a. obtaining information on blocks to achieve goals.

b. learning how to overcome obstacles.

Online learning also demands that we apply methods of critical thinking as we interact and access class material. Critical thinking is explained further by the following: Critical thinking... (Paul, R and Elder, 2006)

1. Raises vital questions and problems, formulating them clearly and precisely; 2. Gathers and assesses relevant information, using abstract ideas to interpret it effectively; 3. Comes to well-reasoned conclusions and solutions, testing them against relevant criteria and standards; 4. Thinks open-mindedly within alternative systems of thought, recognizing and assessing, as need be, their assumptions, implications, and practical consequences 5. Communicates effectively with others in figuring out solutions to complex problems.

Also, throughout the course there will be an emphasis on application. 1. What does the material mean to you as a professional? 2. How will you apply this information in everyday life while working with families?

All assignments should reflect the quality and integrity of college level work.

Assignments and activities are subject to change at the instructor's discretion.

Pay close attention to the "Announcement Area" and email in the course homepage every time you sign on. Also it is imperative that you check the course calendar for deadlines and assignment changes.

All online assignments must be completed by the scheduled dates on the Course Calendar. Assignments are due by 11:55pm on their due date. If a student misses the deadlines they will receive a 0 for the assignment. Discussion Boards will lock on the due date and not be reopened.

LESSON Getting Started 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

ASSIGNMENTS

TEXT

Introduction Discussion Forum

Discussion Forum 1 Reflection Assignment Chapter 1 Lesson 1 Review

Discussion Forum 2 Reflection Assignment

Chapter 2

Discussion Forum 3

Lesson 3 Review

Chapter 3

Reflection Assignment

Discussion Forum 4 Reflection Assignment

Chapter 4

Discussion Forum 5

Lesson 5 Review

Chapter 5

Reflection Assignment

Discussion Forum 6 Reflection Assignment

Chapter 6

Discussion Forum 7

Lesson 7 Review

Chapter 7

Reflection Assignment

Discussion Forum 8 Reflection Assignment Chapter 8 Lesson 8 Review

Discussion Forum 9

Lesson 9 Review

Chapter 9

Reflection Assignment

Discussion Forum 10

Lesson 10 Review

Chapter 10

Reflection Assignment

Discussion Forum 11 Reflection Assignment

Chapter 11

Discussion Forum 12

Lesson 12 Review

Chapter 12

Reflection Assignment

Discussion Forum 13

Lesson 13 Review

Chapter 13

Reflection Assignment

Discussion Forum 14

Lesson 14 Review

Chapter 14

Reflection Assignment

Discussion Forum 15 Reflection Assignment

Chapter 15

Grading Policy (taken from the Human Services Student Handbook)

The Human Services Program has the following grading scale:

A = 90% - 100%

B = 80% - 89%

C = 70% - 79%

D = 60% - 69%

F = 59% or less

A grade of "C" or better is required for successful completion of this class as well as all other general education courses, support courses and major courses.

For information on SPC's Grading System, please click on the following link:



This link provides information regarding: the grading system; special instructions for grades; grade point average, and incomplete grades and procedure). Attendance Policy Class attendance (both face to face and online) and full participation is required of all students in all classes. A student may be withdrawn for excessive absences (both unexcused and excused) and/or not actively participating in the course.

The instructor must be notified as soon as possible, preferably before missing the class.

Communication with your instructor is required for any absence.

The instructor has the discretion to determine if the excuse and documentation meet the criteria for an approved excused absence or an extension on an assignment.

Active attendance requires your participation in online lessons.

? Online Classes: Active participation in online classes includes completion of all lesson assignments (reflections, discussions, exams, quizzes, etc.) by the due date.

The program has PLO's and MLOs for each course. In order to accomplish the PLOs of the program and MLOs of each course, all assignments must be completed. Zero grades are not acceptable. All coursework must be completed to remain in the courses and successfully complete them.

Academic Support / Life Issues Resources: The college has many methods in place to assist students with a myriad of academic and personal challenges. The following is a list of support programs that are available to all students: Accessibility Services, Student Support Services, Tutoring, Veterans, Life Issues, Food Pantry, Bus Passes, and Career Services. The following link contains additional information on all of these programs and more: Student Support Resources Student Assistance/Counseling Program Mental Health and Wellness for our students and community is an important part of the Community of Care. SPC has provided a list of the community partners in Pinellas County who take private insurance, self-pay and when needed can offer payment solutions such as applying for benefits or a sliding scale fee for services.

IMPORTANT DATES : Semester is August 15, 2022 ? December 10, 2022

8/19/2022 ? Last day to drop, receive a refund, or change to audit status 9/5/2022 ? Labor Day Holiday - College Closed 10/18/2022 ? Last day to drop with a "W" grade for regular 16 week classes 10/25/2022 ? College Closed for Discovery Day Training 11/22/2022 ? Veterans Day ? College Clpsed 11/20 ? 11/26/2022 ? Thanksgiving Break ? College Closed 12/10/2022 - Commencement (Dependent on Venue) Winter Break ? Starts 12/10/2022 and College Closed 12/17 ? 1/1/2023 If you completely withdraw from the college anytime on or before the dates of your session, you must see your academic advisor and may incur repayment of Financial Assistance funds. See financial aid withdraw deadlines.

** Refer to the course Calendar in MyCourses for due dates for all assignments.

** Also refer to the SPC College Academic Calendar for important dates:

** Please see the Syllabus Addendum for more information: (link included as well as the entire content is copied and pasted below)



In the event that topics listed in this addendum also appear in your syllabus, please note that you should rely on the addendum information as this information is the most current.

? How to Be A Successful Student

SUCCESS FACTORS

For online classes, you must be registered the day before the first day of the semester or term. For classes held in the classroom, you can't add a class if it has already met. You may drop a course through Friday of the first day of class and be eligible for a refund although withdrawing may affect your financial aid. If you are thinking of withdrawing, please speak with your instructor first and then a financial aid counselor ? spcollege.edu/getfunds.

Showing up is the first step in ensuring your academic success. Active participation is the next step ? whether you are in a classroom or taking classes online. Each of your faculty will give details in the syllabus about their attendance policies. If you are going to miss a session, or be offline for any reason, please let your instructor know in advance. If you don't attend during the first two weeks of a term you will automatically be withdrawn from the class and this can cause serious problems if you receive financial aid. In fact, if you withdraw prior to completing 60% of a class and receive any form of federal financial aid (grants or loans) you will be required to repay a portion. So if you are thinking of withdrawing, please speak with your instructor or a financial aid counselor ? spcollege.edu/getfunds.

St. Petersburg College is supported by the state of Florida so it's important for you to know the state rules that affect your academics. If you've completed a class with a grade of "C" or higher you can't take that class again without an appeal. This gives other students an opportunity to enroll in the classes they need. If you earned less than a "C", you may repeat the course one time

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