Course Description
Introduction to the theoretical foundation of the practice of student affairs and characteristics of diverse student populations in American higher education. Course content will focus on the application of student development and learning theory and the impact of college environments on college students.
Athena Title
THE COLLEGE STUDENT
Prerequisite
Permission of department
Pre or Corequisite
ECHD 9400
Semester Course Offered
Offered spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
After completion of the course, graduate students will be able to: 1. Understand the needs and characteristics of students in American higher education today 2. Articulate and appreciate the experience and developmental challenges of a diverse student population 3. Evaluate the impact of environments on student development and learning. 4. Demonstrate an informed and critical perspective on the implication of psychosocial, identity, and cognitive/moral development theories as applied to the college student experience, student interactions, programs and policy development. 5. Identify a theoretical foundation which informs professional philosophy and daily work as student affairs professionals.
Topical Outline
Overview of theories of student development including Identity Development Theoretical applications to: - ethnically diverse students, - students with disabilities, - international students - gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered students - non-traditionally aged students - Marginality, mattering, oppression and validation - Learning Theory and its application to the college student experience
Syllabus
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