Course

Empowerment Through Activity-Based Learning in the Life-Space

Faculty
Applied Community Studies
Department
Child and Youth Care
Course code
CYCC 1150
Credits
3.00
Semester length
15 weeks
Max class size
32
Method(s) of instruction
Lecture
Course designation
None
Industry designation
None
Typically offered
To be determined

Overview

Course description
This introductory course focuses on the strategic use of activities as fundamental tools in child and youth care to promote learning, personal growth, and social integration among children and youth of all abilities. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, students will explore how structured activities can be designed and utilized to facilitate developmental goals, enhance self-awareness, and improve interpersonal skills across diverse groups. The course highlights the significance of inclusivity, creativity, and adaptability in activity planning and implementation, ensuring that all participants benefit equitably.
Course content

The following global ideas guide the design and delivery of this course:

  • Child and youth care practitioners recognize the integral role of play and creativity in development through promoting activities that support physical, emotional, intellectual, and social growth in a balanced manner.

  • Planning and delivering creative, social, and therapeutic activities have tremendous influence in forging healthy relationships among peers and with caregivers.  This idea stresses the importance of community involvement and the social nature of learning and development.

  • Young people are empowered through active involvement in the planning and implementation of activities through the use of daily life events.  This inclusion fosters a sense of ownership, responsibility, and confidence in their abilities to influence their environment and personal development.

Learning activities
  • Lecture
  • Group Work
  • Student Presentations
  • Guest Speakers
  • Audio-Visual Presentations

All methods of instruction apply to in class, hybrid and/or online modes of learning.

Means of assessment

Assessment will be based on course objectives and will be carried out in accordance with the Douglas College Evaluation Policy.  An evaluation schedule is presented at the beginning of the course.  This is a graded course.

Students in the CYC program are required to maintain a minimum grade of 60% (C) in all CYCC courses to progress in the program, with the exception of CYCC 1220 and CYCC 2432 where a minimum grade of 65% (C+) is required. 

Instructors may use a student's record of attendance and/or leve of active participation in a course as part of the student's graded performance.  Where this occurs, expectations and grade calculations regarding class attendance and participation must be clearly defined in the Course Outline and allowed for in the course curriculum guidelines.

 

 

 

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Design and implement diverse activities tailored to the developmental needs and abilities of young people that promote learning, self-discovery, and social skills.

  • Integrate child and youth care concepts into practical activities, fostering environments that support holistic development and encourage positive interactions within society.

  • Apply principles of inclusivity and adaptability in the development of activities to ensure they are accessible and beneficial to children and youth with varying abilities and backgrounds.

  • Evaluate the effectiveness of activity-based interventions in child and youth care settings using reflective practices and feedback to enhance and adapt activities for maximum engagement and benefit.

Textbook materials

Textbooks and materials are to be purchased by students.  A list of required textbooks and materials is provided for students at the beginning of the semester.

Requisites

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None

Equivalencies

None

Course Guidelines

Course Guidelines for previous years are viewable by selecting the version desired. If you took this course and do not see a listing for the starting semester / year of the course, consider the previous version as the applicable version.

Course Transfers

These are for current course guidelines only. For a full list of archived courses please see https://www.bctransferguide.ca

Institution Transfer details for CYCC 1150
University of British Columbia - Okanagan (UBCO) No credit
University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) UFV CYC 125 (3)

Course Offerings

Summer 2025

CRN
24452
section details
CRN Days Instructor Status More details
Maximum seats
30
Currently enrolled
0
Remaining seats:
30
On waitlist
0
Building
Online
Room
ONLINE
Times:
Start Time
17:30
-
End Time
20:20
Section notes

This section is restricted to CYCC ONLINE diploma students