To excel in their practice, social workers needs to understand a variety of theoretical frames for differing scenarios they will encounter as professionals. Social workers also need to understand techniques for applying theory to their practice.
C4.GP.B. Apply critical thinking to engage in analysis of quantitative and qualitative research methods and research findings.
C6.GP.A; C7.GP.B; C8.GP.B; C9.GP.B. (Engage) (Assess) (Intervene) (Evaluate). Apply knowledge of human behavior and the social environment, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks with clients and constituencies.
Assignment Description
For this final assignment, which is also your final course project, write a scholarly paper and create a PowerPoint presentation including the components identified in the instructions below.
Assignment Instructions
For this assignment:
Discuss why the theory, chosen for the assignment in Unit 5, is useful to you in your social work practice.
Compare and contrast your selected theory with at least two other theories, explaining why the theory you selected is a better fit for your practice.
Explain how theory guides social work practice, including the areas of assessment, intervention, and evaluation.