Jun 30, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
[Archived Catalog]
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HST 1700 - Group Dynamics
Introductory course in group work practice that explores current theories and issues current in group dynamics. Objective is to acquire knowledge and practice skills which are necessary for group work. Emphasizes basic theory about groups and group process, demonstrates the skills necessary for effective practice, and gives the opportunity to discuss and practice these skills. Explores the history of group counseling, and current theories, principles, techniques of organization, leadership, and participation in group dynamics and processes. Actual group exercises that demonstrate the application of various theoretical models utilized. Discusses methods for implementing groups and outcome evaluation. Combines lecture and interactive learning experiences which facilitates self-awareness, group leadership, and small group participation.
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
- Students will have become more self-aware and have analyzed their own interactions in group settings.
- Students will have conducted a group using introductory group leadership skills.
- Students will have demonstrated an understanding of the importance of confidentiality for group members and leaders.
- Students will have demonstrated awareness of the cultural and other diversity issues related to being a group leader.
- Students will have demonstrated knowledge of ethical, legal, and professional aspects of group dynamics.
- Students will have identified guidelines for group formation.
- Students will have learned to identify different types of groups and their functions.
- Students will have listed and demonstrated the stages of a group.
- Students will understand the historical and the current use of groups in practice.
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