Instructor Workshop May 14, 2015 - PowerPoint Presentation

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Instructor Workshop

May 14, 2015Slide2

The

un

examined life is not worth living--Socrates

Welcome to

BIC 1212

The Examined Life: Human Development and College Life Slide3

Chickering’s Vectors of Identity DevelopmentSlide4

Vector 1: Developing Competence

Intellectual—ability to use reasoning and critical thinking skillsPhysical and Manual—involvement and attention to wellness, artistic, and athletic activitiesInterpersonal—ability to communicate and work well with othersSlide5

Vector 2: Managing Emotions

Identify and manage emotionsControl by external rulesControl by internal normsAbility to manage one’s reactions to eventsSlide6

Vector 3: Developing Autonomy

Movement toward InterdependenceEmotional independenceInstrumental independenceAbility to have an independent outlook on life but understand the need for interdependenceSlide7

Vector 4: Establishing Identity

Process identity to emerge with a healthy self-concept in all facets of identity (who I am)Sense of selfSelf-esteemSlide8

Vector 5: Developing Mature Interpersonal Relationships

Develops intercultural awareness, appreciation for others, tolerance for othersAbility to accept others, respect differences, and appreciate commonalitiesFriendships with greater depthIncorporate significant otherParents become adult friendsSlide9

Vector 6: Developing Purpose

Vocational commitmentLifestyle/pattern emergesFamily commitmentsPersonal interestsValues and choices lived and chosenStrong outlook on professional self, makes meaning, establishes positive relations with othersSlide10

Vector 7: Developing Integrity

Congruence in behavior and valuesAdherence to moral and ethical principlesInternal valuesEmulates own values as an individual in 3 stages: humanizing values, personality values, and developing congruenceSlide11

The 7 Vectors in the College YearsSlide12

Teaching NSE at Baylor

What parts of Chickering’s theory apply to entering freshmen at Baylor? Why?What is my place/role in contributing to the development of my students?What particular tasks are the most needed in a successful transition to college?How can my course contribute to a student’s personal development?Are there activities, assignments, or pedagogical approaches you use in a NSE section that are different from other iterations of the course?Slide13

Dimensions of the Examined Life

Skills: writing, speaking, critical thinking, studyTime ManagementNutritionHealth CareExerciseSleepSubstance Abuse

Stress

Stress Management

Depression and Anxiety

Basic Emotions

ResiliencyConflict ResolutionSelf-KnowledgeTheater/music activityMacro identity (gender, race, religion,socio-economic)Micro identity (relationships, family)Service activityValues and BehaviorFaith DevelopmentCalling and VocationReligious PracticesSlide14

The Examined Life—Fall calendar

Month by Month Transition IssuesAug/Sept: Make connections in Welcome Week; course expectations; college life; Vocation and major exploration. Orientation to the Library and Academic IntegritySept: Health and Wellness. My Fitness Pal assessment. Set goals for Oct. wellness project

Oct: Roommate Issues, Homesickness, Changes in relationships,

Depression and Anxiety, Personality Assessments

Theater/music activity

Late Oct/early Nov: living and working in groups, social identities, students may start to experience severe academic distress,Service activityMid to late Nov.: Religious faith, spiritual practices, vocation and calling, holiday time (what will I say?)Contemplative ActivityJournalsSlide15

Activities for College Students by Vector

Developing Competence:Ice breakers Social GatheringsAthletic/recreational activitiesWellness activities (i.e. stress management)Musical/theatrical performancesTrips to art museums Learning to use the library resourcesGuest speakers Slide16

Managing EmotionsConflict Resolution

Developing healthy relationshipsDeveloping positive self-imageAnger managementStress managementAppropriate expression of ideas/thoughts/frustrationGeneral wellnessGood eating/sleeping habitsCelebrating successPersonal and academic goal-settingSlide17

Developing AutonomyTransition to a new environment

Understanding student responsibilitiesCareer planning, selection of majorHow to use university resourcesHow to live on your ownHow to live with your parents as an adultFinancial management and planningEstablishing IdentityUnderstand values, beliefsPhysical being, priorities, sexualityExercises that lead to self-discovery, leadership development, body image acceptanceCommunity ServiceService LearningSlide18

Mature RelationshipsDevelop healthy relationships

Communication as a couple, within a groupBalance roles with significant otherDevelop trustExposure and education in diversity and multiculturalismDeveloping PurposeLife skills developmentResume writing/workshops, job search strategiesInterviewing skillsCareer explorationAcademic Planning and AdvisingSlide19

Developing IntegrityExamine the congruence between actions and values

Continued exposure to new ideas and cultures; appreciate and celebrate differencesSlide20

New Student Experience Learning Outcomes

What we are trying to accomplish . . . By the end of the first year, each new student will:Understand Baylor’s missionEngage in spiritual formationC

onnect to Baylor

Develop personal and professional goals

Succeed academically

Develop autonomySlide21

Integrating NSE goals into major-specific course

NUR 1101 Introduction to the Art & Science of NursingIs a career in nursing right for me?If so, what should I expect: academic requirements, nursing school culture and format, career options and lifestyle?Slide22

Understand Baylor’s Mission; Connect to Baylor; Succeed Academically

Class discussion of mission and 4 C’sStudent organization assignment (Late Nite)Faculty lecture on the Art & Science of NursingTime management worksheetIndividual follow up after MapWorks and Academic Warnings come outSlide23

Career Development

Interview with practicing nursing & 3 page summaryAPA formatting requiredInstructor provides interview protocolField trip to School of Nursing in DallasGroup presentation about 1 nursing specialtyGuest speakersReadings Slide24

Spiritual Formation

Guest speaker about how faith is integrated into the daily life of a nursePrayer requests and devotional time in classSlide25

Reflection Papers

PurposesEngage reflectively on the transition experience to collegeProvide instructor with a pulse on class and individual concerns and retention risksPractice writing skillsSlide26

Reflection Papers

About which parts of attending Baylor are you most excited? About which parts of college are you most anxious or fearful? (NSE goal #3)Reflect on your visit to the Louise Herrington School of Nursing and Dallas. Was it what you expected? What did you learn about the nursing profession and/or being a nursing student? Can you see yourself living in Dallas and being a student at LHSON in two years? (NSE goal #4)What have you learned from the NUR 1101 course? What plans or strategies do you have for the next year to prepare yourself to be a successful nursing student? (NSE goals #4, #5)Slide27

General Education Outcomes

The Four Cs:Communication: Communicate effectively and clearlyCritical reasoning: Be proficient in evaluating evidence, articulating arguments, and justifying conclusionsCivic leadership: Understand the challenges of a global society with a commitment to civic responsibilityChristian perspective

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Demonstrate knowledge of the Christian scriptures and Christian heritage that enables participation in discourse from a Christian perspective