SYLLABUS FOR Assertiveness Training

 

Term:  Summer  2004 (5/14 & 15))                                                               

Course Number: 33496W

Instructor:  Ms. Pat Bogash

E-mail:  Patcoun@aol.com

Home Phone: (708) 798-6226

Fax No.  (708) 798-8817

                               

Instructor Background:                 M.H.S. Health Science, Governor's State University

Professional Credentials:  LCPC, Illinois; NCC, NBFC (National Bereavement Facilitator Counselor), CDAC. MISAII, MAC

 

Course Time:  Friday 10:00-6:00, Saturday 10:00-6:00

 

Course Description: The student will be introduced to the four styles of communication and how they apply to the human service worker. How one’s belief system interferes with the ability to be assertive will be investigated. Appropriate expressions of anger and the use of criticism will be explored.

 

Prerequisites:  None

 

Learning Outcomes/Competencies: At the end of this course students will be able to:

 

1.       Identify the different communication styles and which style they use.

 

2.       Identify how one’s belief system interferes with assertive behaviors.

 

3.       Identify several assertive techniques and the appropriate application with different personality styles.

 

 

 

 

Textbooks:

McBride, Patricia (1998) The Assertive Social Worker.  Ashgate Publishing Co.: Vermont, USA.

 

Teaching/ Learning Strategies:

 

In-Class Role Plays, Simulation Exercises, Group Discussion, Lecture

 

Assessments

 

Formative Assessment: 

 

Class Exercises and in-class role-plays are indicators of students' participation in class.  Participation is evaluated as part of the final grade.  However, the primary purpose of these exercises is to provide evidence of how well students are progressing toward mastery of course outcomes.

 

Summative Assessment:

 In-Class Exercises and the Final Paper/Journal will provide evidence of the extent to which students have mastered the learning outcomes by the end of the course.

 

Class Policy for Assignments: 

 

Specific instructions will be given for all written assignments.  All assignments are due on the designated due date unless prior arrangements are made with the instructor.

 

Grading Scale:

 

A Range: Students who demonstrate a high-level of mastery of the competencies assessed in the peer evaluation of class participation and the Final Take-Home Exam will earn a grade in the A range.

 

B Range: Students who demonstrate a satisfactory level of mastery of the competencies assessed in the peer evaluation of class participation and the Final Take-Home Exam will earn a grade in the B range.

 

C Range: Students who demonstrate a minimum level of mastery of the competencies assessed in the peer evaluation of class participation and the Final Take-Home Exam will earn a grade in the C range.

 

D Range: Students who fail to demonstrate a minimum level of the assessed competencies or fail to complete one of the Summative Assessments will earn a grade in the D range.

 

F:  Students who fail to complete the minimum requirements for class participation and any one of the summative assessments will receive a grade of F.

 

Class Policy on Attendance: Attendance at all classes is required.  Students may not make-up any assessment given in any class unless they have notified the Instructor prior to the missed class.

 

Class Policy on Electronic Devices: All electronic devices are to be turned off during class time unless there is a medical or family emergency.

 

 

Course Outline

 

Class Dates:                                       Topics

                                                               

June 10                                                                Final paper due

                               

 

Center for Academic Excellence:

Tutoring assistance is free to all students of Calumet College of St. Joseph. Call the Center for Academic Excellence (CAE), to make an appointment at 473-4287. The Center has experienced and well-trained tutors in most subject areas to help students who are struggling in a course or who are doing well and would like to do better. Regular weekly tutoring sessions are likely to improve your grade.

 

Statement of Plagiarism:

If an instructor or other Calumet College of St. Joseph personnel find that a student has plagiarized or been involved in another form of academic dishonesty, the instructor or other personnel may elect to bring the matter up for judicial review. The maximum penalty for any form of academic dishonesty is dismissal from the College. The procedures for judicial review are listed under the section of CCSJ handbook that addresses student grievances. (Academic Planner 2001/2002 p.27)

 

Citation Guidelines:

Calumet College of St. Joseph adheres to citation guidelines as prescribed by the particular discipline (i.e., MLA, APA, and Chicago Manual of Style or Turabian.).  All of these guidelines are available in the Calumet College of St. Joseph library or bookstore.  These texts outline how to cite references from a variety of sources, including electronic media.

 

Withdrawal from Classes Policy:

After the last day for class changes has passed (see College calendar), students may withdraw from a course in which they are registered with permission from the faculty member conducting the course. A written request detailing the reason(s) for the withdrawal must be filed with the Registrar. Written request for withdrawal must be received by the Registrar by the last day of classes prior to the final examination dates specified in the catalogue. Written requests may be mailed to the Registrar or faxed to the College fax number 219-473-4259. Students are to make note of the refund schedule when withdrawing from courses. The request is forwarded to the faculty member, who makes the final determination to accept or deny the request. If the request is honored, the student will receive notification of official withdrawal; if denied, the notification will indicate why the withdrawal is disallowed. Note: Degree Completion Division (DCD) students should consult the DCD Student Handbook for information on DCD withdrawals.

 

An official withdrawal is recorded as a "W" grade on the student's transcript. Dropping a course without written permission automatically incurs an "F" grade for the course (see Refund Schedule).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assertiveness Training Final Paper

 

1.       Choose one or two assertiveness behaviors that you have not used in the past and incorporate them into you’re behavior as often as you can over the next few weeks.

2.       Journal your experiences about your reactions and other people’s reactions to your new behaviors. Keep this journal for three weeks.

3.       Write a 5 page paper comparing your past behavior with the new behavior. Write about the responses other people had towards your changes and how that made you feel.