DESCRIBE THE VARIOUS ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS OF SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS AND TEACHING PSYCHOLOGISTS WORKING WITHIN THE FIELD OF PSYCHOLOGY.
Internet Considerations
With the widespread use of the internet by students, the applications for therapy have changed. Many students are active on social networking sites and want to maintain contact via text, cell phone, Twitter or Facebook. What are your thoughts about conducting therapy via the internet? How would you approach a student who either tried to friend you on Facebook, text with you or wanted to tweet with you on Twitter? Should students and therapists communicate via social networking sites or via Skype? What are the ethical considerations involved in online therapy and counseling? Paper must be 4-5 pages and include two peer reviewed resources (not more than 5 years old) from our online library to support your view.
With the widespread use of the internet by students, the applications for therapy have changed. Many students are active on social networking sites and want to maintain contact via text, cell phone, Twitter or Facebook. What are your thoughts about conducting therapy via the internet? How would you approach a student who either tried to friend you on Facebook, text with you or wanted to tweet with you on Twitter? Should students and therapists communicate via social networking sites or via Skype? What are the ethical considerations involved in online therapy and counseling? Paper must be 4-5 pages and include two peer reviewed resources (not more than 5 years old) from our online library to support your view.
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Week Five Written Assignment Grading Criteria |
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Content Criteria |
4 Points |
| Clearly describe thoughts related to effectiveness of online therapy | |
| Identify how to address client who wants to maintain social contacts online | |
| Identify if students and therapists should communicate on social networking sites such as Facebook, Skype, etc. | |
| Explores ethical considerations of online therapy and counseling | |
| Two peer reviewed resources (not more than 5 years old) from our online library to support your view. | |
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Writing and Organization Criteria |
1 Point |
| The central theme/purpose of the paper is clear. | |
| The structure is clear, logical, and easy to follow. | |
| The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment. | |
| The thoughts are clear and include appropriate beginning, development, and conclusion. | |
| Paragraph transitions are present, logical, and maintain the flow throughout the paper. | |
| Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. | |
| Sentences are well constructed, with consistently strong, varied sentences. | |
| Sentence transitions are present and maintain the flow of thought. | |
| Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed. | |
| The paper uses words and language that are inclusive, clear, and unambiguous. | |
| Spelling is correct. | |
