Instructor:Stacy Duffield
Grading Method:

Letter (Letter)

Credits:

2

Department:

EDUC (2000)

Academic Level:

K-12 Professionals

Start/End Dates:

07/01/2023 - 08/18/2023

Completion Date:

08/25/2023

Term:

Summer 2023

Instruction Mode:

Internet Asynchronous (online class)

Cost:

$200

Description

The text, websites and videos make clear how disadvantaged children can fall through the cracks.  They need adults who can integrate them into safe protected support, remove their self-doubt and address their behavioral challenges.

"A bold new way to help anyone change . . .    
 
Why is it so hard to change problem behavior—in our kids, our colleagues, and even ourselves? Conventional methods often backfire, creating a downward spiral of resentment and frustration, and a missed opportunity for growth. What if the thinking behind these old methods is wrong? What if people don’t misbehave because they want to, but because they lack the skills to do better? Or as renowned psychologist J. Stuart Ablon asks, what if changing problem behavior is a matter of skill, not will?
 
Based on more than twenty-five years of clinical work with juvenile offenders as well training parents, teachers, counselors and law enforcement, and supported by research in neuroscience, Changeable presents a radical new way of thinking about challenging and unwanted behavior -- Collaborative Problem Solving -- that builds empathy, helps others reach their full potential, and most of all really works.
 

With illuminating scientific evidence, remarkable success stories, and actionable insights, Changeable gives parents, teachers, CEOs and anyone interested in learning about why we behave the way we do a roadmap for helping people grow."

Syllabus, Objectives, and Outcomes

Objectives:

By the end of this course, the student will be able to:

Text:

Ablon, J. Stuart, PhD. Title:  Changeable: How Collaborative Problem-Solving Changes Lives at Home, at School, and at Work. The required reading is found in the text and a series of articles on the Internet.

The following assignments and projects are required for this course = 30 hrs.  This course is self-paced however feel free to email the instructor anytime during the course if you have any questions or concerns.

Course assignments and activities are designed to enhance students’ education and develop their skills in research, critical analysis, and academic writing. 

**Registration Instructions**

Online registration URL closes @ 5:00 p.m. on July 19, 2023.

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