Summer 2020 - EDUC 871 G001
Family Counselling (3)
Class Number: 1141
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Jun 13 – Jul 4, 2020: Sat, 10:00 a.m.–4:50 p.m.
BurnabyJul 11, 2020: Sat, 10:00 a.m.–4:50 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Masahiro Minami
mminamia@sfu.ca
Office: SRYC 5220
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Prerequisites:
EDUC 870.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Students discuss models of family dynamics and instructional interventions applicable by school personnel in family counselling interactions. Concepts and techniques will be explicated through discussion and simulation.
COURSE DETAILS:
Course Schedule:
2020 Summer G002 (Remote instruction via CANVAS, due to C OVID-19 outbreak 2020)
Weeks:
| May 11th | Module 1 |
| May 18th | Victoria Day – No Module |
| May 25th | Module 2 |
| June 1st | Module 3 |
| June 8th | Module 4 |
| June 15th | Module 5 |
| June 22nd | Module 6 |
| June 29th | Canada Day – No Module |
| July 6th | Module 7 |
| July 13th | Module 8 |
| July 20th | Module 9 |
| July 27th | Module 10 |
| August 3rd | BC Day – No Module |
| + Optional webinar on Zen & Japanese Morita Therapy | |
This course is designed to assist students in broadening their theoretical understanding of family counselling. Topics of discussion include
- an introduction and historical foundations to family counselling,
- an introduction to family assessment and case conceptualization,
- principles of family and group dynamics,
- an introduction to a variety of established family therapy models currently used by practitioners in the field (e.g., psychodynamic, transgenerational, experiential, structural, strategic, behavioural/cognitive-behavioural, brief/solution-focused, narrative), and
- contemporary family mediation and reunification strategies.
COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:
By the end of the course students will:
- Understand the historical and current theoretical perspectives of family counselling
- Understand the basics of family assessment and conceptualization
- Understand the basic principles of family and group dynamics
- Understand the basic application of a variety of theoretical frameworks used in the practice of family counselling and be able to describe differences across perspectives
- Be familiar with a variety of skills used during family counselling/family mediation and reunification
- Explore their own family of origin and its implications
- Be aware of current popular/diverse cultural views of family and marriage
- Understand ethical practice and considerations in family counselling
- Be familiar with research in family counselling, mediation and reunification.
Grading
- Presentation/Q&A-Roundtable discussion facilitation 20%
- Learning portfolio 50%
- Systemic intervention approach exploration team paper 30%
NOTES:
- Completion of 10 self-directed online modules, and learning reflection portfolio: 60%
- Major project: 40%
- Option 1: Systemic intervention approach exploration team paper (in a group of 3 students [12 pages max])
- Option 2: Developing emergency response resources/tools (in a pair of students) (Final product open to various media)
- Option A: Family/Systems wellness and development resources/tools
- Option B: Population-based emergency response resources/tools (e.g., Families, Child & Youth, Senior, Refugees, Immigrants, LGBTQ2+ communities, Indigenous, Remote, Disabilities, Veteran etc…).
- Option C: Issue/Needs-focused emergency response resources/tools (e.g., Anxiety, Depression, Isolation, Exercises, Mobility, Basic and Essential Needs)
- Option 3: Volunteer and systemic reflections learning log (Exclusive option only for those who are already engaged in COVID-19 outbreak related-volunteering activities/work in response to COVID-19 outbreak – Consult instructor in advance)
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
Goldenberg, I., Stanton, M., & Goldenberg, H. (2016). Family Therapy: An Overview. Cengage Learning. (Earlier edition is ok)
ISBN-10: 1305092961
ISBN: 13: 978-1305092969
supplemented by,
Gehart, D. (2017/2018). Mastering competencies in family therapy: A practical approach to theories and clinical case documentation, 3nd edition. Belmont, CA: Brooks/Cole.
Graduate Studies Notes:
Important dates and deadlines for graduate students are found here: http://www.sfu.ca/dean-gradstudies/current/important_dates/guidelines.html. The deadline to drop a course with a 100% refund is the end of week 2. The deadline to drop with no notation on your transcript is the end of week 3.
Registrar Notes:
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS
SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.
Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html
TEACHING AT SFU IN SUMMER 2020
Please note that all teaching at SFU in summer term 2020 will be conducted through remote methods. Enrollment in this course acknowledges that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes.Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need class or exam accommodations, including in the current context of remote learning, are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as soon as possible to ensure that they are eligible and that approved accommodations and services are implemented in a timely fashion.