Course Description
Work with community partners in identifying issues that may need analysis; determining when a problem exists and what is causing it; defining and prioritizing the goals to be achieved in addressing the problem; developing creative alternatives to address the problem; analyzing the impact of different alternatives.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- improve skills in time management, research, problem-solving, and decision making
- participate in organizational processes and observe management/administrative settings
- apply public service values in a specific context in a government or nonprofit agency
- communicate and interact effectively with diverse professionals, client groups, and the public
- demonstrate competence in professional written, visual, and oral communication
- analyze the agency’s external and internal environment to understand the public service perspective
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Journal | 25% |
| Internship Evaluation | 25% |
| Poster Presentation | 50% |
Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 93 to 100 percent | A |
| 90 to 92.99 percent | A- |
| 87 to 89.99 percent | B+ |
| 83 to 86.99 percent | B |
| 80 to 82.99 percent | B- |
| 77 to 79.99 percent | C+ |
| 73 to 76.99 percent | C |
| 70 to 72.99 percent | C- |
| Less than 69.99 percent | F |
Attendance/Participation:
As an internship, attendance is not required. The site visit evaluation is mandatory.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.