Students are required to learn a specific macro-empowerment model and apply it in a specific practice setting. Emphasis on the use of social science theory and technique in the formulation of research questions, design, and completion of practice and program evaluation, and presentation of scientifically obtained knowledge. The student is required to develop a design and to analyze and evaluate the significance of a specific data set in relation to a practice question. Values and ethics of the social worker as researcher in relation to work with women and oppressed minorities are explored. Involves explicit films and topics some students may find offensive.
Students also meet individually with the field coordinator twice during the course.
Taken on a pass-fail basis. Taken on a pass-fail basis. SW 4410 Integrative learning application of theoretical knowledge and social values, and skill development through direct practice activities in an approved social service agency. Includes processing learning experiences in the field agency and connecting them with theoretical perspectives on social work practice. Focus on the contributions of social work professional to the formulation of the institutional response to social problems in the industrialized society.