SITE ANALYSIS ASSIGNMENT: HLD IN THE COMMUNITY

ASK SUPPORT FOR LOGINS SITE ANALYSIS ASSIGNMENT: HLD IN THE COMMUNITY Purpose (Why am I doing this assignment?): This assignment focuses on our partnership with community-based facilities in the non-profit and private sectors. By conducting this analysis, students will gain insights into how human learning and development goals are addressed in community-based sites. This analysis will also help students understand potential career opportunities within this field. Task (How am I going to do this assignment?): Reviewing Content: Access the iCollege module prepared for this assignment, which includes interviews with nonprofit representatives, interview transcripts, publications, reports, and links to programming and website information. Browse non-profit facility websitgs, read the provided publications and transcripts, and watch the interview and video recordings. Take notes during this information-gathering phase using the provided Template and Guidelines for Observational Notes. Information Collection: Learn about the types of jobs available at non-profit facilities by examining staff bios and job listings, focusing on the credentials, competencies, and skills required. Study the programs and services offered by non-profit facilities, noting how they align with the site's mission and goals. Understand the demographic groups served by these programs and the site's Theory of Change or Logic Model available on their website. Writing the Synthesis Essay: Page 1: Describe the facility’s mission, function, clientele served, programs offered, partners/sponsors, careers available, and skills/competencies expected of job applicants. Page 2: Discuss specific human learning and development concepts and issues incorporated into the programs by focusing on an initiative adopted by the nonprofit facility (e.g., education for youth and families, economic stability, health and wellness, or community safety and connections). Choose an initiative that aligns with your interests and discuss how it can be supported by 2-3 BIS HLD disciplines. Submission: Submit your 2-page double-spaced synthesis essay to iCollege before the deadline using the provided template. Note that email submissions will not be accepted. There is a 1-day grace period for late submissions with a 2.5-point deduction. After this period, no submissions will be accepted. Criteria (How is it going to be evaluated/graded?): Synthesis Essay Rubric: Your essay will be graded using a rubric available on iCollege. Ensure your essay is word-processed, using a 12-point font with one-inch margins. Properly credit sources using APA style to avoid plagiarism as per the Academic Honesty Policy. By completing this assignment, you will develop a deeper understanding of the practical application of human learning and development concepts in community settings and gain valuable insights into related career opportunities. INTERNSHIP IN BIS HLD MODULE Purpose (Why am I doing this assignment?): Students in our BIS HLD program are required to complete an internship experience (community-based or research) before they graduate. This module provides resources to help you understand the internship requirement in our program. You will learn about different internship course options, logistical considerations, and benefits. Additionally, you will watch videos highlighting nonprofit partners and hear from a former student who implemented a literacy program at a nonprofit site. You will also explore the advantages that internships offer job seekers. Task (How am I going to do this assignment?): Engage with the following resources in this module: Article Summary: Scan the summary of "College major, internship experience, and employment opportunities: Estimates from a résumé audit" by Nunley et al. (2016) published in Labor Economics. Focus on the main findings of the study. Benefits of Internships: Read "10 Benefits of Doing an Internship" by the Indeed Editorial Team. VoiceThread: Watch the VoiceThread featuring information about the internship program, including types of internship courses, pre- and co-requisite courses, and application/paperwork requirements. Criteria (How is it going to be evaluated/graded?): After engaging with this content, you will take a quiz consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions on the "Internship in the BIS HLD Module Quiz." There is no time limit on this quiz. Your number of correct answers will be recorded in the gradebook. By completing this assignment, you will gain a clear understanding of the internship requirements in the BIS HLD program and be better prepared to fulfill this essential component of your degree.