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Fall 2018 Course Syllabus
Course: SOCW-2361- Section: 50 Introduction to Social Work |
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| Instructor | Linda White | ||||||||
| whitel@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||
| Phone | (409) 984-6356 | ||||||||
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| Description | Development of the philosophy and practice of social work in the United States, survey of the fields and techniques of social work. | ||||||||
| Prerequisites | None | ||||||||
| Learning Outcomes |
1. Students will acquire a basic knowledge and understanding of the nature of generalist social work practice. 2. Students will be able to identify the areas of knowledge and basic skills required for entry-level practice. 3. Students will be able to identify the core values of the profession and social work’s historical and contemporary commitment to populations at risk and to those who experience social and economic oppression. 4. Students will be able to identify the roles, levels of intervention, and the fields of practice including a basic knowledge of the systems ecological perspective and the empowerment/strengths perspectives1. . |
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| Core Objectives |
This course provides an introduction to the knowledge, skills, and values necessary for generalist social work in contemporary society. Social welfare services, policies, and their historical origins will be presented along with the unique experiences of diverse and at-risk populations affected by various social problems. This course provides an overview of the range of public and private social services available for meeting these problems. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to identify social work roles, values, and ethics, as well as the role of advocacy in the social work profession. |
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| Program Student Learning Outcomes |
1. Students will demonstrate professional demeanor in behavior; appearance; and oral, written, and electronic communication. 2. Students will apply and communicate understanding of the importance of diversity and difference in shaping life experiences in practice at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels. 3. Students will apply self-awareness and self-regulation to manage the influence of personal biases and values in working with diverse clients and constituencies 4. Students will apply their understanding of social, economic, and environmental justice to advocate for human rights at the individual and system levels. 5. Students will engage in practices that advance social, economic, and environmental justice. |
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| Textbooks |
Required Text: Cox, Lisa E., Carolyn J. Tice, and Dennis D. Long. 2019. Introduction to Social Work: An Advocacy-based Profession. Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE Publications. ISBN: 9781506394534 Student Study Site: http://edge.sagepub.com/cox |
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| Lecture Topics Outline |
1. The Social Work Profession 2. The History of Social Work LABOR DAY – HOLIDAY 3. Generalist Social Work Practice 4. Advocacy in Social Work 5. Poverty and Inequality 6. Family & Child Welfare 7. Health Care & Health Challenges 8. Physical & Mental Challenges 9. Mental Health 10. Substance Use and Addiction 11. Challenges and Rewards of Aging 12. Criminal Justice 13. Communities At-Risk and Housing 14. The Changing Workplace 15. Veterans, Their Families, and Military Social Work 16. Environmentalism 17. Global and International Social Work 18. Final Exam |
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| Major Assignments Schedule |
1. The Social Work Profession 2. The History of Social Work LABOR DAY – HOLIDAY 3. Generalist Social Work Practice 4. Advocacy in Social Work 5. Poverty and Inequality 6. Family & Child Welfare 7. Health Care & Health Challenges 8. Physical & Mental Challenges 9. Mental Health 10. Substance Use and Addiction 11. Challenges and Rewards of Aging 12. Criminal Justice 13. Communities At-Risk and Housing 14. The Changing Workplace 15. Veterans, Their Families, and Military Social Work 16. Environmentalism 17. Global and International Social Work 18. Final Exam |
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| Final Exam Date | December 10, 2018 - 2:00 PM | ||||||||
| Grading Scale |
GRADING POLICY AND EVALUATION Grading Scale: (sample 10- point scale) A B C D F 100-90 89-80 79-70 69-60 59 - below |
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| Determination of Final Grade |
Quizzes 10% Discussion Board 30% Mid-Term Exam 20% Term Paper 20% Final Exam 20% |
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| Course Policies | |||||||||
| Instructor Policies | By Appointment only | ||||||||
| Attendance Policy |
ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS Students should log into the course each day and check emails and announcements. You will need to notify instructor prior to absence, to receive opportunity for make –up work. Assignments, Quizzes & Exam. |
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| Academic Honesty | Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. | ||||||||
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| Important Information | |||||||||
| ADA Considerations | The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Special Populations Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241. | ||||||||
| MyLamarPA | Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLamarPA campus web portal (My.LamarPA.edu). When you've logged in, click the email icon in the upper right-hand corner to check email, or click on the "My Courses" tab to get to your Course Homepage. Click the link to your course and review the information presented. It is important that you check your email and Course Homepage regularly. You can also access your grades, transcripts, and determine who your academic advisor is by using MyLamarPA. | ||||||||
| Other | By Appointment Only | ||||||||
| HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||