Course Number and Title:
HMS 123 Dynamics/Group Communication I
Campus Location
- Dover
- Georgetown
- Wilmington
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: HMS 121 and PSY 121 and (Test score or ENG 101 or higher)
Course Credits and Hours
3 credit(s)
3 lecture hours/week
0 lab hours/week
Course Description
This course is an overview of the theories, principles, techniques, leadership development, and participation in the group process. Emphasis is placed upon learning the facilitation skills used to explore and understand the stages of group development, roles and expectations, conflict resolution, goal setting, and evaluation of outcomes for a variety of groups and populations.
Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)
1. Describe the foundations of group dynamics to planning, leading, evaluating a human services group. (CCC 2; PGC 2, 4)
2. Analyze group interactions. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4; PGC 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
3. Create a written proposal to address the group needs of a target population. (CCC 1, 2; PGC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
4. Plan and co-lead a group session. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4; PGC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.
Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
- Describe the foundations of group dynamics to planning, leading, evaluating a human services group.
- Explain the various theories of groups in human services.
- Describe the key dynamics that collectively comprise group processes.
- Describe the types of groups, and explain the unique therapeutic purposes of each.
- Define the stages of group development by identifying key issues for group members and group leaders at each stage.
- Identify the various roles played by members and leaders in groups.
- Explain group confidentiality, its indicators of adherence to rules, and its limitations for members and leaders.
- Explain the purposes of guidelines for group formation and group behavior.
- Identify ethical issues in forming, screening and selecting group members.
- Analyze group interactions.
- Analyze dynamics of group interaction, roles and processes through application of skills and techniques.
- Analyze roles of group leaders and members.
- Discuss factors contributing to the group dynamics observed in class activities.
- Create a written proposal to address the group needs of a target population.
- Define a specialized group session to address an identified group need.
- Explain specific types of groups for identified populations.
- Identify a specific technique for evaluating the group experience for the proposal.
- Plan and co-lead a group session.
- Execute a proposed group session with the co-leader.
- Apply principles and strategies of group concepts.
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills appropriate to multicultural group settings.
- Analyze the impact of interactions on group processes and activities.
Evaluation Criteria/Policies
The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:
| 90-100 |
= |
A |
| 80-89 |
= |
B |
| 70-79 |
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C |
| 0-69 |
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F |
Students should refer to the
Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.
Final Course Grade
Calculated using the following weighted average
|
Evaluation Measure
|
Percentage of final grade
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Exams-Summative (Equally Weighted)
|
25%
|
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Written Proposal-Summative
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15%
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Group Session-Summative
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20%
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| Journals - Formative (Equally Weighted) |
10% |
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Formative (class participation activities, role play, quizzes, discussion boards, homework, etc.)
|
30%
|
|
TOTAL
|
100%
|
Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)
- Create and maintain effective and professional documents relevant to Human Services agencies.
- Interact ethically and professionally within the Human Services field.
- Apply information to identify client’s strengths, weaknesses, and resources to create a treatment plan.
- Provide effective client services at an entry level by utilizing professional Human Services principles and practices.
- Establish effective working relationships within the Human Services arena.
- Apply basic management and leadership skills in Human Services environments, including time management, organization, and the ability to follow directions.
- Utilize feedback to assess the effect of oneself on Human Services outcomes and make adjustments accordingly.
Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability
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