Spring Semester 2007
RPTS 689-601
Analysis of Youth Development Initiatives
252 Francis Hall
F 12:00-2:45
The purpose of this class is
to expose students to theoretical and empirical analysis of initiatives
designed to enhance the development of youth. This course provides an in-depth
exploration of multi-level approaches to youth development and the issues and
challenges facing these approaches. Special attention to social policy
needs, implementation, evaluation and funding will be addressed through
coursework.
Upon completion of this course
students will be able to:
- Understand and articulate the development and impact of policies
oriented to enhancing youth development;
- Be able to critically analyze and articulate salient issues facing
youth development initiatives and programs;
- Be able to develop a funding strategy, proposal, budget
and evaluation plan for an existing youth development program.