ERIC Number: EJ831189
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2009-Mar
Pages: 15
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Girls' and Women's Issues in Counseling: A Theory-Based Course Design
Choate, Laura Hensley
Counselor Education and Supervision, v48 n3 p179-193 Mar 2009
In this article, the development of a master's-level course regarding girls' and women's issues in counseling is described. First, the pedagogical foundation for the course design is highlighted. Second, the learning goals for the course are outlined: (a) knowledge of counseling issues pertinent to girls and women in contemporary society, (b) development of effective interventions based on gender-informed counseling approaches, and (c) awareness of counselors' advocacy role in improving the situation of girls and women. Corresponding teaching methods and class activities are also provided.
Descriptors: Class Activities, Females, Counselor Training, Teaching Methods, Gender Issues, Masters Programs, Courses, Course Descriptions, Course Objectives
American Counseling Association. 5999 Stevenson Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22304. Tel: 800-422-2648; Tel: 800-347-6647; Fax: 800-473-2329; Web site: http://www.counseling.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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