Motivation to Teach Social Action:
We are a new social work program and in the midst of building our curriculum. I believe we have an opportunity to build into the DNA of the program something more focused on liberation, which I know is a rare opportunity. It's one I want to take full advantage of.
Course Description:
This course focuses on research, theory, and its application to social work practice. Through practicum education, students will demonstrate their abilities to translate essential social work concepts into skills and ethical practice with individuals, families, groups, communities, and agencies.
The course includes an advocacy campaign component in both the Seminar and Practicum I courses, with a final project focused on advocating for changes within students' own social work internship placements. Student projects are structured around the "Grand Challenges of Social Work," addressing topics such as smart de-carceration and climate change response.
Taught By:
Jennifer Klauth
Assistant Faculty, Director of Social Work Practicum
Social Work
University of Olivet
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