CHDEV 12: Child Abuse
Course Syllabus 
					
Instructor: Karina Zaragoza, MA					Course number: 50175
Phone:  559-375-7090 Ext. 178					Units: 3
Email: karina.zaragoza@reedleycollege.edu
Office hours: To be arranged
Class Meeting Days: TH 6:00-8:50 PM (CCI 205)

Required Text: Understanding Child Abuse & Neglect, Crosson-Tower, (2008).  

Child Abuse Prevention Handbook and Intervention Guide, by Bill Lockyer, (2006).

Recommend:
•	The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, Bruce D. Perry, M.D., Ph.D. and Maia Szalavitz (2006). 

•	Push, Sapphire, (1997). 

•	A Stolen Life, Dugard Jaycee, (2011). 

Course Description: 

This course will explore the issues related to abused, battered, and neglected children, along with the profile of abusers.  Reporting laws and professional responsibilities will be identified.  Identification, prevention and treatment of abused children and abusers will be covered. 

Course Outcomes: 
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

A.	Recognize child abuse indicators and identify responsibilities of mandated reporters.
B.	Describe the dynamics of abusive families and the characteristics of high-risk children.
C.	Make appropriate referrals to various intervention and treatment programs.
D.	Participate effectively in family group conferences. 

Course Objectives: 
In the process of completing this course, students will:

A.	define child abuse and explain the causes and incidence of occurrence.
B.	learn the different types of abuse and analyze physical, behavioral and emotional indicators in each category.
C.	explore the dynamics of abusive families and the characteristics of high-risk children.
D.	familiarize themselves with reporting laws, and the responsibilities of mandated reporters of suspected child abuse and the court process.
E.	explore various prevention and intervention programs and services.
F.	compare and contrast the juvenile dependency procedure with the restorative justice process.

Course Details:

1.	There are 18 weeks in this semester. The last week is Final’s Week, and we will only meet on one day during Final’s Week.
2.	There are two parts to every course you take: 1) class meetings/discussions and 2) out of class study time. This course is worth 3 units, which means that we will spend 3 hours together each week in class meetings/discussions and YOU should spend 6 hours a week studying the course materials outside of the classroom (study time). 
3.	You have access to course information covered in class meetings.  You can access this information by using the Blackboard guide/link. 
•	To visit Blackboard, simply click on the Bb link under the “On-Line Services” tab on the Reedley College Web-page at www.reedleycollege.edu.

Important Dates to Remember:
•	Last day to register for a class: September 2, 2011
•	Last day to drop a class to avoid a “W”: September 2, 2011
•	Labor Day (no classes held, campus closed): September 5, 2011
•	Last day to drop a class (letter grades assigned after this date): October 14, 2011
•	Veterans Day (no classes held, campus closed): November 11, 2011
•	Thanksgiving holiday (no classes held, campus closed): November 24-25
•	Final exams week: December 12-16, 2011

Assignments/ Requirements:
In addition to your assignments specified below, there will also be in-class assignments that include group activities, journal writing, and written work.  For some assignments, you must be in class to get credit.  Students are expected to come to class prepared, ready to learn, and to turn in assignments on the due date. 

•	Assignments are to be typed unless otherwise specified by instructor: double-spaced; 12 point font, one-inch margins.
•	Assignments are to include student name, date, title of assignment, and class day/time.
•	Written assignments must be neat and clearly labeled.
•	Late assignments will not be accepted. 

Assignments:

1.	Reflective Journal:  Reflect in writing your thoughts about something that triggered you in class:  What did you learn? How did you feel? What was your reaction? Journal writing may take place in class for in-class assignments such as a video (time will be allowed for this) or immediately following a lecture while ideas are still fresh (5 pts. each). 

2.	Three quizzes:  Quizzes will consist of 10 short answer questions pertaining to textbook and/ or handbook homework reading assignments (20 points each quiz). 

3.	Article Critique:  Read and critique 2 articles related to child abuse.  Additional article critique information to follow (30 points each).   

4.	Group Project:  5 people per group.

a.	Create and present a poster or a power point slide show on child abuse prevention.  
b.	Include a 10-15 page paper. 
c.	This assignment will be graded in three parts: 
i.	Poster/Power Point: 100 points 
ii.	Presentation: 150 points
iii.	Paper 60 points 

•	Additional group project information will be handed out (310 points possible). 

5.	One mid-term and a final exam – Mid-term –100 points, Final – 140 points).       

	Mid – term: Midterm will be multiple choice (100 points). 

Final exam:  The final will include multiple choice and short essay questions.  Possible essay questions will be given in advance.  This is a non-comprehensive final exam (140 points).  The final is scheduled for Thursday December 15th 2011 (6-8:50pm).

6.	Class Participation:  Reading the text and handouts provided as well as attending class and participating in discussions are essential to your learning.  You must be present in class to receive points.  Class Participation = 100 points (100 points possible).

7.	Extra Credit Option:

1.	Watch ONE of the following movies listed below and type a 3-5 page paper.  You must include a -1-page summary about the movie and consider the following questions:

•	Did you have an emotional reaction to the film, why or why not? What did you learn from the movie that you did not already know? (Maximum 30 points).

1.	Precious
2.	A Time to Kill
3.	The Butterfly Effect 
4.	The Color Purple 
5.	The Basketball Diaries
6.	An American Haunting  
7.	Girl, Interrupted 
8.	The Quiet 
9.	Pretty Baby, 1978
10.	The Heart Is Deceitful Above All Things, 2004

-OR-

2.	Read either one of the books listed as recommended readings on page 1 of your syllabus and type a 2 page summary about the book and then consider the following questions:

•	How does this book change the way one should think about the subject of child abuse? How did some of the characters overcome their abuse? How does either one of the books help you better understand the concept of Resiliency? (Maximum 50 points). 

Final Grades: Grades are determined based on the number of points accumulated from required assignments.

Assignments	Points Possible	Total Points	Final Grade	
Reflective Journal
	
60 (12 *5)	
747-830	
A	
Article Response	60	664-746	B	
Class Participation	100	524-663	C	
Quizzes	60	360-523	D	
Poster/Power Point	310	211-359	F	
Midterm	100			
Final	140			

Final Grades: Grades are determined based on the number of points accumulated from required assignments.

Assignments	Points Possible	
Reflective Journal	60	
Article Critique	60	
Class Participation	100	
Group Project 	310	
Quizzes	60	
Midterm	100	
Final	140	
Total Possible points	830	

Total Points	Final Grade	
747-830	A	
664-746	B	
524-663	C	
360-523	D	
211-359	F	

Percentage		Points Range	        Grade

90-100%		747-830		A
80-89%		664-746		B
70-79%		524-663		C
60-69%		360-523		D
0-59%			211-359		F

•	Grades will not be discussed in class, since they are confidential.  I will be happy to discuss your grade outside of class. 

•	If you encounter a problem during the semester, please contact me immediately, so that we can resolve the issue.  Do not wait until the end of the semester. 

Special needs requests: The instructor will comply with the requirement of the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA), or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act by appropriately accommodating any student with a verified disability.  Please contact me as soon as possible. 

Classroom Expectations:

•	Students are expected to arrive to class on time.
•	If you need to leave early, please notify the instructor prior to the start of class.
•	All cell phones are to be turned OFF during class.
•	Students are expected to conduct themselves, according the Student Conduct Standards.
•	Please be respectful to fellow students and the instructor.  No talking during class while others are speaking.  Respect other people’s opinions, even though they may be different from yours.
•	If you need further assistance on a particular assignment, please contact the instructor ahead of time not on the day the assignment is due. 
•	Cheating, plagiarism, and disruptive behavior will be cause of disciplinary actions. 

Attendance: 

•	If you are not in class when roll is taken, you will be considered absent.
•	If you are tardy three times it will constitute one absent.
•	If you miss more than three times the instructor may drop you.
•	Dropping after the drop date will result in an “F” grade. 
•	It is the student’s responsibility to drop a class if they no longer intend to participate. 
•	If you have an emergency and know you will not be in class, you may leave a message for the instructor.

Changing Syllabus Statement: This course syllabus is equivalent to a contract between the instructor and the student.  However, the information in this syllabus is subject to change at any time during the term.  The student’s decision to attend the class denotes:

1.	The syllabus as a contract outlining the student’s responsibilities to complete all required assignment by the due dates.
2.	The policy that late assignments will not be accepted. 
3.	The changing syllabus statement.
4.	The students understanding that the course schedule outline in this syllabus, except assignment due dates, is subject to change without notification of the student. 
5.	The expectations of this course outlined in this syllabus.
6.	The final grades are determined on the basis of accumulated points from required assignments.

CHEV 12: Child Development
Course Syllabus

Point Breakdown and Tally Sheet:			Points Possible	Points Earned
Assignments: 

Reflective Journal………………………………………….60…………    ___________

Article Response…………………………………………… 60…………     ___________

Class Participation………………………………………….. 100………..      ___________
 
Quiz 1……………………………………………………….10…………     ___________

Quiz 2……………………………………………………….10…………     ___________

Quiz 3……………………………………………………….10…………     ___________

Poster/Power Point…………………………………………100………      ___________

Midterm: ……………………………………………………..100………… ___________

Final: ………………………………………………………... 140…………. ___________

Total Points Possible	Total:   830       __________

CHEV 12: Child Abuse
Course Syllabus

Date	Weekly Topic	Homework	Assignment Due	
8/18	Getting acquainted,
Course overview
	READ
Chapter 1 & 2	Purchase Books	

8/25	Ch.1
The Maltreatment of Children from a Historical Perspective 

Ch.2 
The Family: Roles, Responsibilities, and Rights	

READ
Chapter 3	

	

9/1

	Ch. 3
Maltreatment and the Developing Child

Movie: Through My Eyes	

READ
Chapter 4	Quiz 1	

9/8	Ch. 4
The Neglect of Children

Handout: Article Critique information 	

READ
Chapter 5		
9/15	Ch.5
The Physical Abuse of Children 	
READ 
Chapter 6

9/22	Ch. 6
The Sexual Abuse of Children 	READ 
Chapter 7 & 8	Article Critique #1 
Due	
9/29	Ch. 7
Incest, or Familial Abuse
Ch. 8
Extra familial Sexual Abuse, Misuse, and Exploitation 

READ 
Chapter 9	Quiz 2	
10/6	Ch. 9
Psychological Maltreatment of Children 

Movie: Break The Silence: Kids Against Child Abuse

Handout: Group Project information 	

READ
Chapter 10 & 11	

Quiz 3

Groups assigned	
10/13	Ch. 10
Intervention: Reporting and Investigating

Ch. 11
Intervention:
Case Management and Roles of Other Professionals 

READ
Chapter 12 	

Article Critique #2
Due	
10/20	Ch. 12
The Legal Response to Child Abuse and Neglect 

Midterm Review	
READ
Chapter 
13 & 14		
10/27	Ch. 13

Treatment: Physical Abuse and Neglect 

Ch. 14
Treatment: Sexual Abuse

READ
Chapter 15	

Midterm	
11/3	Ch. 15
Foster Care as a Therapeutic Tool 

READ 
Chapter 16	
Group Presentations	
11/10	Ch. 16
The Social Worker and the System 
	READ
Chapter 17	Group 
Presentations	
11/17	
Ch. 17
Adults Abused as Children 

	READ
Chapter 18 & 19	
Group Presentations 	
11/24	Thanksgiving holiday (no classes held, campus closed)			
12/1	Ch. 18
Prevention

Ch. 19
Toward a Better Tomorrow 		Journals Due

Group Presentations 	
12/8	Review for Final			
12/12-12/16	Final exams week			
12/15	FINAL EXAM (6-850PM)		Journals Returned