EDUC 7712 Group Processes and Interpersonal Skills
An examination of group process skills with an emphasis on cooperative learning activities, interaction processes, and patterns of verbal and non-verbal communication in the classroom. This course aims to provide participants with an understanding of group processes as applied to real life situations, pertaining to both teachers and students. By combining a review of the historical perspectives of group dynamics with the practical experience of in-class group activities, members of the class will gain a broad repertoire of skills from the theories and concepts in this field. These skills will be useful in analyzing and understanding group issues as they occur in daily interactions with others. (Pre-service certificate is required. Field experience required.)