Marietta College Education Department - Educators as Leaders for 21^st Century Schools

Career and Vocational Counseling

Education 682

Fall 2003

Mondays: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Instructor: Dr. Bill Bauer, Ph.D. CRC Contact Information:

Phone: 376-4768

Home: 373-3977

Course Description: Email: bauerm@marietta.edu

Each student will have a general knowledge of the overall the overall field of vocational and career counseling and development. Each student will also learn how to develop and implement a career plan. Topics also covered are career information programs and career counseling.

Required Texts/Readings:

Career Information, Career Counseling and Career Development

Duane Brown, 8^th edition

Course Objectives:

The student will:

Program Outcomes

Addressed

Teacher as Leader

Framework

Component

Become aware of the key historical events that have shaped career development theory.

K-1

K-2

K-3

Understand the career development of all people across the lifespan.

K-3

III

Become aware of the sources of career information, the advantages and disadvantages of each source, and the methods of string and disseminating information.

K-2

S-7

III

Understand how career development programs can be organized and delivered to groups ranging from children in elementary school to workers who are disengaging from the labor force.

S-5

S-6

S-7

Understand the intricacies of career development assessment and career counseling

S-13

Understand the trends that will shape the work place over the next decade.

S-5

K-1

Understand the process of finding and securing jobs in an electronic era.

S-12

Marietta College Education Program Dispositions Addressed in this Course:

The student will:

Demonstrate responsible and ethical professional behavior.
Respect cultural diversity.
Appreciate diversity in student backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.
Exhibit a belief that students can learn and perform in the world of work.
Exhibit a willingness to collaborate with peers and professional colleagues to enhance professional growth and opportunities for student learning.
Appreciate the role of families in facilitating student learning.
Exhibit a willingness to try new methods and technologies to enhance student learning.
Exhibit a positive attitude toward learning as an ongoing life-enriching process.
Demonstrate a willingness to assume leadership roles in the college and P-12 classroom.

Technology Components: Students will:

1. Perform a PowerPoint presentation on group project.

2. Student will become familiar with computer programs that are in line with the employment opportunities listed in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles.

3. Identify uses of assistive technology devices that will enhance the capacity of people with disabilities to enter the world of work.

Diversity/Multiculturalism: Dr. Bauer will:

1. Remind students that contributions to the classroom should be made from diverse people to solve educational issues that could affect the teaching field.

Make a special effort to invite diverse mentors in the teaching field.
Provide an atmosphere where all students are comfortable to express their thoughts and beliefs.
Use a variety of teaching styles (modes) to address a diverse classroom.
Encourage teams or groups within the classroom that foster mutual respect and cooperation.
Offer a chance for students to meet with me after class to discuss issues or assignments they may not have understood.
Will introduce a series of laws that have to do with employment of people with disabilities.
Will identify several assistive technology devices that can be used to assist in employment with people with disabilities.

Special Needs/Accommodation Policy:

Students who believe that they may need accommodations due to a documented disability should contact the Academic Resource Center (Andrews Hall, Third floor, 376-4700) and the instructor as soon as possible to ensure that such accommodations are implemented in a timely manner. You must meet with the ARC staff to verify your eligibility for any accommodation and for academic assistance

Policy on Cheating and Plagiarism:

"Academic dishonesty within the academic community is a very serious matter, because dishonesty destroys the basic trust necessary for a healthy education environment. Academic dishonesty is any treatment or representation of work as if one were fully responsible for it, when it is in fact the work of another person. Academic dishonesty includes cheating, plagiarism, theft, or improper manipulation of laboratory or research data or theft of services. A substantiated case of academic dishonesty may result in disciplinary action, including a failing grade on the project, a failing grade in the course, or expulsion from the College" Academic dishonesty in a Master’s degree program is a very serious matter and will more than likely cause an expulsion from the College( Marietta College Graduate Programs, 2003-2004 Catalog, p. 34).

Copyright Policy

Please remember if you willfully disregard copyright law, you accept responsibility and assume all liability for your actions.

Grading:

The grades in this class are based on percentages. In this way, students will know how close they are to moving up a grade or slipping down a grade. Percentage points are absolute and non-negotiable.

97% - 100% A+ 83% - 86% B 70% - 72% C-

93% - 96% A 80% - 82% B- 67% - 69% D+

90% - 92% A- 77% - 79% C+ 63% - 66% D

87% - 89% B+ 73% - 76% C 60% - 62% D-

Below 60% F

Grading

Assessment Outcomes:

Course Assignment	Assessment
Attendance and Participation (75 pts) 7.5 points class	Teacher Chart
Research Paper (150 points) See Graduate handbook (15 pages) APA style	Research Term Paper
Focus Presentation (on topic of choice) (150 points) Topic presented to Dr. Bauer by 9/22/03	Class presentation on Topic selected by student
Mid Term exam (100 points)	Exam grade
Final Exam (150 points)	Exam grade
DOT evaluation (100 points)	Assignment completed

Class Schedule

Date	Topic to be Addressed	Readings	Assignments Due
9/01	Introduction and Assignments Introduction to Career Counseling and Career Development	Brown 1-19	Text Powerpoint
9/08	Introduction to Dictionary of Occupational Titles Theories of Career Development	Brown 20-57 Brown 396-409	Text Powerpoint
9/15	Factors Affecting Workers and Careers	Brown 62-89	Text
9/22	Elementary and Middle School	Brown 306-333	Text Powerpoint Presentation Topic Due
9/29	Career Development of Children with Special Needs	Brown 161-187	Text Read Bauer Article
10/6	No Class 4 Day Break
10/13	High School	Brown 335-360	Text Powerpoint
10/20	Current and Future Trends	Brown 382-395	Text DOT assignment Due
10/27	Assessment and Evaluations	Brown 126-157	Text Powerpoint
11/3	4-year colleges, Community colleges, vocational schools	Brown 362-379	Text
11/10	Using Technology in Careers	Brown 231-255	Text
11/17	Job Placement, Outplacement and job search	Brown 283-304	Text
11/24	Trends and Issues	Brown 463-480	Text
12/1	Final Overview and Presentations		Presentations
12/8	Student Presentations		Presentations Research Paper Due

Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT) Assignment

The DOT is “the book” for people in the field of career and vocational education. A basic minimum requirement for students enrolled in this class is to have a general understanding of what the DOT is, how it is used, etc. It can be found in the Dawes Library, most public libraries, public employment offices, and there is a full chapter in our textbook explaining it in detail.

Using any of the above sources…. Answer the following questions and be prepared to create verbal dialogue among your peers on the following questions to be handed in by each student

What are the last three digits in the DOT code numbers used for?

What is the portion of the DOT definition that tells either the location, type of duties, products manufactured, processes used, or raw materials used?

Roman numeral in DOT titles are used to indicate what?

Explain briefly the three sections of a DOT code.

Compare and contrast the grouping structure used in the DOT and the GOE.

Research Paper Assignment

The research paper assignment must be a minimum of 15 pages in length. Any less than 15 pages will result in a grade deduction. You may choose your topic. Just let Dr. Bauer know what your topic is by 9/22. You must follow APA style and should you need assistance with this style of writing I suggest you utilize the services of the Campus Writing Center.

Presentation Assignment

You will be asked to present on your research for this class. This is where you can be creative. Presentation will be done during the last 2 class nights. You will be evaluated by your peers and the instructor of the course.

Class Attendance and Participation

As a Master’s level course, you will be asked to actively participate in class discussions, offer insight and reflect. Master’s students will also be asked to compare and contrast different theories and or techniques. 10 points will be deducted from this section for every missed class. For example, 10 x 15 (weeks) = 150 points.