Practicum I

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

• Apply the core competencies to a practice or research area in peace and conflict.
• Critically analyze a range of models with application to the practice/research setting.
• Critically assess the cultural context and its impact on practice.
• Use ethical principles to guide practice/research grounded in the tenets of social and economic justice.
• Engage in reflective practice.
• Demonstrate the ability to critically assess the context and practice/research models.

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure	Percentage/Points
Weekly Discussion Posts (SLO 2, 3, 5)	15%
Practicum Learning Plan/Signed Student Contract (SLO 1, 3, 6)	15%
Field Evaluation / Supervision Assessment (SLO 1, 6)	35%
Observation and Analysis Memo (SLO 2, 4, 5)	10%
Midterm Check-In (SLO 1, 3, 6)	5%
Final Practicum Portfolio (SLO 2, 3, 4, 5, 6)	20%
Total	100%

Grade | Point/Percentage Total

Grading Scale

Percentage	Letter Grade
94-100	A
90-93	A-
87-89	B+
83-86	B
80-82	B-
77-79	C+
73-76	C
70-72	C-
67-69	D+
63-66	D
60-62	D-
Below 60	F

Attendance/Participation:

Because this is a four-credit practicum course, consistent attendance and active participation are essential to your learning and professional growth. Participation means staying engaged at your practicum site, completing weekly modules, readings, and assignments on time, and maintaining regular communication with your site supervisor and instructor.

By meeting these expectations, you strengthen your understanding of course concepts by applying them in real-world settings and build the skills and confidence that come from learning alongside others in the field.

Missing practicum hours, discussion posts, or assignments can directly affect your final grade.

If you need to make up missed work or have questions about your standing, please contact your instructor as early as possible so you both can work together on a path forward that supports your success in the course.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

• Call-Cummings, M., Dazzo, G. P., & Hauber-Özer, M. (2023). Critical participatory inquiry: An interdisciplinary guide. SAGE.
• Lederach, J. P. (2003). The little book of conflict transformation: Clear articulation of the guiding principles by a pioneer in the field. Good Books.
• Schön, D. A. (1983). The reflective practitioner: How professionals think in action. Basic Books.