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"The Virtual Trap:  Internet Addiction in Teens and Youth and Strategies for Change"--Course Summary

Module 1:
Addiction, Relationships, Mental Health, Behaviour, Learning

  1. Is tech overuse an addiction?

  2. How much time are we spending online?

  3. Admission from developers net was designed to be addictive.

  4. Effects on mental health, relationships, behaviour and learning.

  5. Interviews with experts.

  6. Strategies for change.

  1. ​Internet and porn.

  2. Selfies and anxiety.

  3. Gaming.

  4. Effect on the Brain.

  5. Robot software replacing people as therapists.

  6. Resources.

  7. Strategies.

  8. Interview.

Module 2 Part A:

Porn, Selfies, Gaming, Literacy, Robots

Module 2 Part B: 
Narcissism, Negative Emotions, Withdrawal, Dating, Tech Changes People
 

  1. Narcissism and the net--Sam Vaknin and Jean Twenge.

  2. Negative Emotions elicited by social media.

  3. Loneliness and withdrawal.

  4. Dating and the net.

  5. Technology Changes People.

  6. Strategies for Change.

  1. Evidence-based therapy for internet addiction.​

  2. 12 Step Programs.

  3. Renowned Treatment Centres.

  4. Self-help strategies.

  5. Top Websites.

  6. Further Reading.

Module 3:
Strategies for Change

Strategic Leadership in Education Management

Course Description:  

This course focuses on developing leadership skills for managing educational organizations, emphasizing strategic thinking, decision-making, and organizational change. Participants will learn to align educational goals with broader organizational objectives and lead teams through effective change management.  


Learning Outcomes:  

- Develop strategic leadership skills for education management  

- Understand the role of educational leaders in shaping institutional goals  

- Implement strategic planning processes for educational programs  

- Lead change in educational organizations using best practices  

- Build a high-performing, collaborative team in an educational context

 

Modules:  

1. Introduction to Strategic Leadership in Education  

2. Aligning Educational Goals with Organizational Strategy  

3. Leading Organizational Change and Innovation  

4. Building and Leading High-Performing Teams  

5. Case Study: Strategic Leadership in Education Management

Curriculum Design and Development for Adult Learners

Course Description:  

This course provides participants with the tools and frameworks to design and develop effective curricula for adult learners. Topics include needs assessment, designing learning outcomes, structuring lessons, and incorporating various instructional strategies.  
 

Learning Outcomes:  

- Design and develop curricula that meet the needs of adult learners  

- Develop measurable learning outcomes for courses  

- Incorporate diverse teaching strategies and technologies for adult education  

- Evaluate and improve curriculum to enhance learner outcomes  

- Build engaging learning materials and assessments

 

Modules:  

1. Understanding Adult Learners: Characteristics and Needs  

2. Conducting a Needs Assessment  

3. Designing Learning Outcomes and Course Structure  

4. Incorporating Active Learning and Instructional Strategies 

Educational Program Evaluation and Assessment

Course Description:  

This course teaches participants how to design and implement program evaluation processes in education. It covers evaluation models, collecting data, analyzing results, and using feedback to improve educational programs.  


Learning Outcomes:  

- Understand key concepts and frameworks for program evaluation  

- Develop evaluation plans for educational programs  

- Collect, analyze, and interpret data to assess program effectiveness  

- Use evaluation results to improve educational practices and outcomes  

- Create a culture of continuous improvement in educational institutions

 

Modules:  

1. Introduction to Program Evaluation in Education  

2. Evaluation Models and Frameworks  

3. Data Collection and Analysis Methods  

4. Interpreting Results and Measuring Impact  

5. Using Evaluation Data for Program Improvement

Technology Integration in Education Management

Course Description:  

This course covers how to effectively integrate technology into educational management and program delivery. It explores learning management systems (LMS), digital tools, and how technology can enhance teaching, collaboration, and administrative processes.  


Learning Outcomes:  

- Evaluate and select appropriate technology tools for educational settings  

- Integrate digital learning platforms and LMS into education management  

- Use technology to improve communication and collaboration within educational teams  

- Develop a technology integration plan for educational programs  

- Assess the impact of technology on teaching and learning outcomes

 

Modules:  

1. Overview of Technology in Education  

2. Learning Management Systems (LMS): Best Practices  

3. Using Technology to Enhance Teaching and Learning  

4. Implementing Technology in Educational Administration  

5. Evaluating Technology Integration and its Impact

Leadership Development for Educators

Course Description:  

This course focuses on developing leadership skills in educators at all levels. It includes topics such as emotional intelligence, communication strategies, conflict resolution, and team management, aimed at improving the effectiveness of educators in leadership roles.  


Learning Outcomes:  

- Develop key leadership skills for education professionals  

- Improve emotional intelligence and interpersonal communication  

- Manage teams and resolve conflicts effectively  

- Foster a positive organizational culture in educational settings  

- Prepare educators for leadership roles in education

 

Modules:  

1. Introduction to Leadership in Education  

2. Emotional Intelligence and Communication Skills  

3. Building and Leading Effective Teams  

4. Conflict Resolution Strategies  

5. Leadership in Action: Case Studies and Best Practices

Facilitation and Training Skills for Educators

Course Description:  

This course teaches participants how to effectively facilitate learning sessions, workshops, and training programs. Topics include adult learning principles, engagement strategies, and assessment techniques to ensure successful delivery of training programs.  
 

Learning Outcomes:  

- Master facilitation techniques for adult learners  

- Understand adult learning theories and apply them in practice  

- Use active learning strategies to engage participants  

- Assess learning outcomes and adjust training methods accordingly  

- Build a safe and supportive learning environment

 

Modules:  

1. Introduction to Facilitation and Training for Educators  

2. Principles of Adult Learning  

3. Active Learning Strategies  

4. Assessing Learning and Adjusting Training Approaches  

5. Creating a Positive Learning Environment

Building and Managing Online Learning Programs

Course Description:  

This course teaches the essentials of creating and managing online learning programs. It focuses on designing engaging online courses, using technology to enhance learning, and managing virtual classrooms effectively.  


Learning Outcomes:  

- Design effective online learning programs  

- Choose and use the right technology tools for online learning  

- Manage virtual classrooms and engage remote learners  

- Develop assessments and evaluations for online courses  

- Create a learner-centered online learning environment

 

Modules:  

1. Introduction to Online Learning Programs  

2. Course Design for Online Learners  

3. Tools and Technologies for Online Learning  

4. Managing Virtual Classrooms  

5. Assessing Online Learning Outcomes

Conflict Resolution and Mediation in Educational Settings

Course Description:  

This course focuses on understanding and resolving conflicts in educational organizations, providing strategies for mediating disputes and fostering positive relationships among staff, students, and stakeholders.  


Learning Outcomes:  

- Understand common sources of conflict in educational settings  

- Learn conflict resolution strategies and techniques  

- Develop skills to mediate disputes effectively  

- Build a collaborative environment where conflicts are resolved constructively  

- Implement systems for preventing future conflicts

 

Modules:  

1. Introduction to Conflict Resolution in Education  

2. Identifying Sources of Conflict in Educational Settings  

3. Conflict Resolution Techniques and Best Practices  

4. Mediation Skills for Educators  

5. Creating a Collaborative and Positive Work Environment

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