COURSE OUTLINE

Course

Professional Engagement VI (2015-2016)

Code / Version ECE73020 (100)

Total Hours

135

Credits

PreRequisite(s) ECE73000 (100) Prof Engagement V

CoRequisite(s)

ECE73010 (100) Design & Evaluate Programs

Course Description
With a focus to expanding their practice settings of interest, students will strengthen their practice knowledge and capabilities by specializing
in community based practice. As an extension to designing and evaluating responsive programs, students will work collaboratively with
populations to enhance existing programs. Emphasis will be placed on engaging the populations with whom they are working as result of
collaborative problem-solving, effective communication, program assessment and evaluation. Students will continue to chronicle their learning
and engagement through the professional learning portfolio.
PLAR Eligible: Yes

Course Outcomes
Successful completion of this course will enable the student to:
1.

Select appropriate assessment and evaluation tools based on identified needs of a community program

2.

Interpret results of a needs assessment

3.

Propose recommendations to enhance existing community based program

4.

Design a responsive program that supports individual and community capacity building

5.

Act in a manner consistent with professional ethical practice

6.

Assess ones own personal knowledge and performance of professional learning and engagement

Essential Employability Skills addressed in this course

Taught Reinforced Assessed

Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the

written, spoken, and visual form that fulfills the purpose
and meets the needs of the audience

Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a

manner that ensures effective communication

Numeracy

Execute mathematical operations accurately

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Apply a systematic approach to solve problems

Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve

problems

Locate, select, organize, and document information using

appropriate technology and information systems

Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a

variety of sources

Show respect for the diverse opinions, values, belief

systems, and contributions of others

Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that

contribute to effective working relationships and the
achievement of goals

Manage the use of time and other resources to complete

projects

Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and

consequences

Communication

Information Management

Interpersonal

Personal

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Unit Outcomes
Successful completion of the following units will enable the student to:
1.0

2.0

Professional Engagement in Professional Practice

1.1

Demonstrate qualities of affirmation, support, and respect in the context of the professional practice setting

1.2
1.3

Contribute to a healthy work environment by demonstrating professional ethics including responsibility, cooperation, openness
and respect for others
Demonstrate initiative, active participation and responsibility for learning throughout the placement experience

1.4

Establish positive working relationships with all members of the inter-professional team

1.5

Practice awareness and professional decision-making in the context of responsive population focused practice

1.6

Create a positive inclusive learning environment for all members of the learning community

1.7
1.8

Act in a manner consistent with professional, legal, and ethical standards and that conform to agency philosophy frameworks,
core values, and policies for professional practice
Interpret feedback to develop and reflect on enriching capabilities to apply within context of population focused practice

1.9

Communicate clearly, congruently and in a positive manner with individuals in the placement setting

1.10

Respect confidentiality within the field practicum setting

Evaluative Inquiry
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4

3.0

Program Evaluation, Assessment and Analysis

3.1

3.3

Integrate appropriate observation strategies (including the use of technology and documentation) for the purpose of gathering
anedcotal evidence
Interpret anecdotal evidence for the purpose of understanding the rationale and operation of the existing program policy and/or
program delivery
Choose appropriate tools and strategies to formally and informally evaluate the existing program policy and/or program delivery

3.4

Execute the use of appropriate tools and strategies to systematically evaluate existing program policy and/or program delivery

3.2

4.0

5.0

Execute strategies to foster collaborative inquiry with relevant program stakeholders for the purpose of understanding the
program (goals, gaps, outcomes) and population of focus
Interpret data collected through collaborative inquiry for the purpose of understanding the programs goals, gaps, outcomes and
learning community needs
Engage in evaluative inquiry focused on one or more aspects of program policy and or program delivery (development,
implementation or impact)
Propose appropriate evaluation strategies focused on aligning with identified goals and objectives of the learning community

Enhancing Existing Programs

4.1

Anlayze data collected through the use of formal and informal program assessment strategies

4.2
4.3

Communicate significant learning about the program policy and/or program delivery based on evidence for the purpose of
understanding program needs
Propose recommendations focused on program policy and/or program delivery that support community capacity building

4.4

Justify program recommendations through the lens of promising evidence based practice

Engage in Reflective Practice

5.1
5.2

Participate in using various tools to engage in pedagogical thinking (e.g. documentation, journals and reflections, critical
literacy) for the purpose enriching professional learning
Document current knowledge, understanding, skills and abilities in the context of community based practice

5.3

Identify opportunities for professional learning and growth

5.4

Act on feedback to develop and reflect on enriching capabilities in context of working within population focused community
based practice

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Required Student Resources

Optional Student Resources

Evaluation
The minimum passing grade for this course is 60 (C).
In order to successfully complete this course, the student is required to meet the following evaluation criteria:
Assignment 1

25.00

Assignment 2

25.00

Professional Learning Portfolio

30.00

Placement Evaluation

20.00
100.00 %

Other
Conestoga College is committed to providing academic accommodations for students with documented disabilities. Please contact the
Accessibility Services Office.

Prepared By

Catherine O'Toole

School

Health & Life Sciences & Community Services

Date

2015-11-18

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