Diversity and Cultural Competency

Diversity: the art of thinking independently together. —Malcolm Forbes, entrepreneur, founder of Forbes magazineLEARNING OBJECTIVESBy the end of this section, you will be able to:Define diversity and identify many aspects of diversityDifferentiate between surface diversity and deep diversity, and explain the relationship between the twoDefine and apply principles of cultural competencyExplore the positive effects of diversity in an educational setting

Material Type: Module

Author: Daniella Washington

Dynamics of Interpersonal Relations I

 Dynamics of Interpersonal Relations I, is an exploration of the small-group process through participation, interpretation and study. Major focus is on the class itself as an interacting group providing for personal, interpersonal, and intellectual challenge.The modules are designed for undergraduate students to become familiar with group dynamics. This resource has a syllabus, OpenStax text chapters, TedTalks and group activities. 

Material Type: Module

Author: Jennifer A Burns, PsyD, MA, RCPF

Substance Abuse and the Family

This course focuses on families with members who are substance abusers, and the ways in which these families function. The course explores the methods and resources available for helping such families.

Material Type: Full Course, Homework/Assignment, Syllabus

Authors: Ed.D, Gonzalo Bacigalupe

Creating a Caring School: Toolkit Unit 1 - How responsive are schools to the socio-economic challenges in South Africa today?

The purpose of this toolkit is to understand what threatens the quality of education in your school so that you can take informed action to remedy the situation.

Material Type: Reading

Authors: Christina Randell, Gisela Winkler, Liora Hellmann, Maryla Bialobrzeska

Creating a Caring School: Toolkit Unit 3 - Care for vulnerable learners

There are different ways of combating discrimination and creating a safe and nonthreatening environment at school. An important contribution can be made by implementing an Anti-Bullying Policy.

Material Type: Reading

Authors: Christina Randell, Gisela Winkler, Liora Hellmann, Maryla Bialobrzeska

Creating a Caring School: Toolkit Unit 5 - Good nutrition for learning

The purpose of this toolkit is to provide a helpful, detailed checklist for SMTs to plan and manage their school nutrition programme.

Material Type: Reading

Authors: Christina Randell, Gisela Winkler, Liora Hellmann, Maryla Bialobrzeska

Creating a Caring School: Toolkit Unit 6 - School-based aftercare

The purpose of this toolkit is to use a brainstorming technique to come up with creative ideas respond to the challenge of providing aftercare support for vulnerable learners. To use the ideas from the brainstorming session to inform the development of a draft set of ideas for an aftercare strategy.

Material Type: Reading

Authors: Christina Randell, Gisela Winkler, Liora Hellmann, Maryla Bialobrzeska

Psychology, Introduction to Psychology, Contemporary Psychology

By the end of this section, you will be able to:Appreciate the diversity of interests and foci within psychologyUnderstand basic interests and applications in each of the described areas of psychologyDemonstrate familiarity with some of the major concepts or important figures in each of the described areas of psychology

Material Type: Module

Interactive UIUC Orientation

Didn't get to make Orientation? Don't worry! With this interactive module, you will be able to catch up on everything you need to know at your first year at the University of Illinois! In this module you will be able to leran more about the history of the University of Illinois, student life, how to register for classes, the financial aid process, counseling/advising resources, different majors and learning programs, on-campus services, academic assistance and different RSO's and clubs offered. 

Material Type: Module

Author: Ashlyn Schlapia

Psychology, Introduction to Psychology, Introduction

Opening image caption:Psychology is the scientific study of mind and behavior. (credit "background": modification of work by Nattachai Noogure; credit "top left": modification of work by U.S. Navy; credit "top middle-left": modification of work by Peter Shanks; credit "top middle-right": modification of work by "devinf"/Flickr; credit "top right": modification of work by Alejandra Quintero Sinisterra; credit "bottom left": modification of work by Gabriel Rocha; credit "bottom middle-left": modification of work by Caleb Roenigk; credit "bottom middle-right": modification of work by Staffan Scherz; credit "bottom right": modification of work by Czech Provincial Reconstruction Team)Psychology is designed to meet scope and sequence requirements for the single-semester introduction to psychology course. The book offers a comprehensive treatment of core concepts, grounded in both classic studies and current and emerging research. The text also includes coverage of the DSM-5 in examinations of psychological disorders. Psychology incorporates discussions that reflect the diversity within the discipline, as well as the diversity of cultures and communities across the globe.

Material Type: Module

Psychology, Introduction to Psychology

Material Type: Unit of Study

Psychology

Psychology is designed to meet scope and sequence requirements for the single-semester introduction to psychology course. The book offers a comprehensive treatment of core concepts, grounded in both classic studies and current and emerging research. The text also includes coverage of the DSM-5 in examinations of psychological disorders. Psychology incorporates discussions that reflect the diversity within the discipline, as well as the diversity of cultures and communities across the globe.Senior Contributing AuthorsRose M. Spielman, Formerly of Quinnipiac UniversityContributing AuthorsKathryn Dumper, Bainbridge State CollegeWilliam Jenkins, Mercer UniversityArlene Lacombe, Saint Joseph's UniversityMarilyn Lovett, Livingstone CollegeMarion Perlmutter, University of Michigan

Material Type: Full Course

More Rules, Less Bullies

Students will use bullying in order to discover the importance of rules and laws and how they benefit each individual.

Material Type: Simulation

Author: Makaelah Stockel

Respect for All: What is Bullying?

In this lesson students explore ways to be allies to those being teased, harassed or bullied in their schools.

Material Type: Activity/Lab

Author: Marieke van Woerkom

Are kids responsible for stepping in to prevent bullying?

Should kids act to stop bullying, or should they leave it up to adults?

Material Type: Homework/Assignment

Author: Kristin Robinson

Global Nomads Group: Anti-Bullying Curriculum (One Week Lesson Plan)

Bullying is a widespread problem among our schools and communities that can lead to increased fighting and violent futures for both the victims and bullies themselves. How can youth change these statistics and contribute to a positive school environment?

Material Type: Lesson Plan

Author: Global Nomads Group (GNG)

More Rules, Less Bullies

This is a Project Based Learning activity. Students will take on the role of a principal of a school and make rules and changes to deal with bullying.

Material Type: Interactive

Author: Hayley Mulliken

Change Agents in Our Own Lives

Students identify individuals in their own lives who embody heroism and think about the various roles people play in conflicts.

Material Type: Lesson

Cyberbullying: A comic story

This is a comic book about cyberbullying. Use it with grades 3rd-6th to discuss what cyberbullying is and how you can stand against it.

Material Type: Lesson Plan

Author: Wendy Torres

Digital Citizenship Lesson Plan

Grade 7 Internet Safety Lesson Plan

Material Type: Lesson