Beyond IQ: Developing and Applying Emotional Intelligence
Strategies
HNRS3040
3-4 credits (students can register for 4 hours if their schedule
allows)
Tuesdays 8:30 – 10:50 am and Thursdays 9:30 – 10:50 am (we’ll
leave campus at 9 on Thursdays to arrive at the elementary school by 9:30)
BoK: DC, SS
Instructors: Gail Kiley, Chris Lottman, and Jen Lile
Course description:
Research indicates that Emotional Intelligence can be measured,
can be developed over our life spans, and can have a significant impact on both
academic success and life success and happiness in general. In this course
students will:
-Learn foundational knowledge about Emotional Intelligence (e.g.,
history, current trends, existing measures, controversies, comparisons to IQ)
-Assess their current levels of Emotional Intelligence and develop
and implement specific plans for growth and progress during the semester and
beyond
-Learn and actively use five key emotional literacy skills
-Develop leadership capabilities and the skills inherent in
engaging with others
-Teach Emotional Intelligence skills and competencies to
Cincinnati Public School students
*Important notes: Beginning the third week of the semester, this
class will meet once each week at the elementary school. We will arrange
transportation for everyone--a car is not required. Additionally, all students
in the class will need to undergo a paper background check in order to
volunteer at the public school. The instructors will provide more detail after
registration.
Eligibility requirements: Students must have a minimum cumulative
University GPA of 3.4. This class is open to all majors and all years.
To receive permission to register, please contact Jen Lile at jen.lile@uc.edu or 513-556-1003.
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