HSER 276 Issues in Youth will explore the issues that face those in adolescence and early adulthood in various societies. 'Adolescence' and 'early adulthood' are terms used to describe a time of life in which major developmental and social changes occur. An exploration of adolescence and early adulthood, and the issues that are unique to these stages of life in various societies will occur. Students will be exposed to theories of adolescence, issues of gender, sociological explanations of existing issues, and to local and international programs designed to address these issues.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of an ECCE, SSW, or EACSW certificate
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 45 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 3 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Articulate the definitions of adolescence
- Analyze the implications of existing societal pressures on adolescents in various cultures
- Identify the range of issues that adolescents face
- Research specific issues and programs related to youth
Teaching and Learning Approach
This is an on-line course with a variety of learning activities including discussion forums, analysis of movies
related youth, open book quizzes and a research paper.Learning Resources
Required:
McMahan, I., & Thompson, S. (2021) Adolescence. [eBook edition]. Canadian 2nd edition. Pearson Education, Inc. (e-
textbook)
Detailed Course Content, Topics, and Sequence Covered
1. 1. Introduction to course and online learning
2. 2. Chapter 1 - Defining Adolescence
3. 3. Chapter 2 - Puberty and Physical Development
4. 4. Chapter 3 - Cognitive Changes
5. 5. Chapter 4 - Families
6. 6. Chapter 5 - Peers
7. 7. Chapter 6 - School and Work
8. 8. Chapter 7 - Community, Culture, and Media
9. 9. Chapter 8 - Gender
10. 10. Chapter 9 - Identity
11. 11. Chapter 10 - Intimacy
12. 12. Chapter 11 - Challenges
13. 13. Chapter 12 - Positive Prospects
14. 14. Rites of Passage.
Assessment
| Title |
Learning Outcomes |
Value |
| Local and Global Issues for Youth Paper |
1, 2, 3, 4 |
20% |
| Quiz # 1 |
1, 2, 3 |
20% |
| Adolescent Issue Movie Assignment - IRA Forum Post |
1, 2, 3, 4 |
20% |
| Quiz # 2 |
1, 2, 3 |
20% |
| Discussions - Sef-assessment |
|
20% |
| Total |
100% |
Grading Table
Standard Academic and Career Programs Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
GPA |
| 90-100 |
A+ |
4.33 |
| 85-89 |
A |
4.00 |
| 80-84 |
A- |
3.67 |
| 76-79 |
B+ |
3.33 |
| 72-75 |
B |
3.00 |
| 68-71 |
B- |
2.67 |
| 64-67 |
C+ |
2.33 |
| 60-63 |
C |
2.00 |
| 55-59 |
C- |
1.67 |
| 50-54 |
P |
1.00 |
| 0-49 |
F |
0.00 |
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DNW |
0.00 |
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Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.