Summer Term 2010

Blended Courses - Schuylkill Center

Not sure if you’re ready to take a class entirely online? A blended class might be the perfect solution for you. This format offers the best of both worlds. You’ll still interact with classmates in person while you enjoy the freedom of studying where and when you want with online learning.

Students are responsible for communications software and internet service. There are both minimum and suggested requirements for computer setup. For more information, please visit our technology requirements. Each blended course requires additional hours of online instruction.

Enjoy the best of both worlds and take a blended class this summer!

Undergraduate and Continuing Studies

BHS 303-56: Counseling Techniques I (3 credits)
The basic elements of interpersonal communication such as attending, reflection of feeling, paraphrasing, summarizing, self-disclosure, and interpretation are emphasized. Various styles are also explored with regard to appropriateness of use with the various client populations.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
May 22, June 5; 12; 19; 26

BHS 305-66: Group Counseling I (3 credits)
The dynamics of group interaction and the role of the group therapist are examined. Emphasis is placed on understanding the special demands on the group leader which are unique to group therapy with behavioral health clients.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
July 10; 17; 31, August 7; 14

Graduate

MED 600-53: Language and Literacy in Cross Cultural Settings (3 credits)
This course examines theories and approaches for promoting language and literacy development of children and youth in cross-cultural settings. Methods for teaching language and literacy skills used in real-life situations are studied. Strategies for planning interdisciplinary activities and literacy programs that use home and community resources and techniques for evaluating programs are analyzed. The use of technology to foster language and literacy development is also studied.
MTWRF - accelerated three week course
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 14 - July 1

MED 602-53: Teaching Children's Literature in Cross-Cultural Settings (3 credits)
Coursework will examine various theories and strategies for using children’s literature across the curriculum. The concepts and values found in traditional and contemporary literature will be explored. Students will discover ways to use children’s literature to promote learning in the elementary and secondary classroom.
MTWRF - accelerated three week course
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 14 - July 1