Education and Human Development (EHD)
101. Peace Education (1-3)
An introduction to peaceful conflict resolution strategies for use in
the home, school, community and international relations including educational
models and programs for the prevention of nuclear war. A multidisciplinary
approach with invited speakers and audiovisual presentations.
107. Child Abuse (3)
Develops perspectives on child abuse and child victimization. Assessment,
treatment and prevention of child abuse/neglect are covered. Other areas
include effects of divorce, media, and war on the lives of children and
children's rights. Course meets licensure and Iicensure renewal requirements
for many professional groups. (Former Educ I80T section)
108. Victim Intervention and Counseling (3)
Focuses on the coping process and on both the immediate and residual
effects of victimization. It also looks at ways of counseling direct and
indirect victims (families and friends of victims): hot lines, warm lines,
stress reduction, support groups, short and longterm counseling.
109. Education for Community Change (3)
The capacity of a society to ensure individuals a sate environment and
a high quality of life is dependent on its ability to respond to needs and
make appropriate changes. Examples of specific mechanisms for effecting
public policy is explored. The course includes such activities as advocacy,
planning strategies, legislative proposals, grant writing, grass roots organizing
and public education efforts at the city, county and state levels.