Students are required to complete two major written projects and an oral presentation. The purpose of this course is to explore the social construction of sexuality. Major topics include homophobia, sexism, coercion, and the political and economic constraints associated with sexuality. They are taught in a hierarchy which organizes the microskills into a systematic framework for the eventual integration of skills in a natural fashion. This course is an integrative study of the psychological, behavioral, pharmacological, historical, and legal aspects of drug use and abuse.
Students also investigate drug abuse prevention programs and their efficacy.
Grades are based on a combination of quizzes and exams, projects, papers, and class participation. Students are provided opportunities to assist in developing curriculum for courses and workshops in gifted education and to assist in classroom instruction. This course satisfies the practicum requirement for the Iowa endorsement in gifted and talented education. This is an introductory course designed for undergraduate and graduate non-counseling majors. Major topics include group process theory, communication skills, and leadership styles.