Introduction To Social Work Sociology 345 - A Emporia State University Fall 2015 Tuesday Evening Class 6:30-9:20pm Instructor: Cindy Maxwell, LSCSW E-mail: cmaxwell@emporia.edu Phone: (620) 757-1083 Required Text: DuBois, Brenda; Miley, Karla Krogsrud, (2014) Social Work, An Empowering Profession, (8 th edition) Pearson Learning Objectives of this course: Students in this course will learn the mission of social work, generalist social work practices and techniques needed for working with differing populations. Social work ethics, diversity, human rights, social justice are all framed in a critical thinking process that students will learn and practice. This course also provides the student an opportunity to explore the variety of social work careers within the community. This course helps students to master skills in the 10 core competencies set forth by the Council on Social Work Education for Social Work Curriculum. Syllabus Addendum: Fall 2015 Core Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the above listed course, students will be able to do the following: 1). Define and describe social work, what it is, what it does, and with whom, in what areas of human functioning, in what context and with what focus. 2). Identify and critically examine the philosophical and historical roots of social work and social welfare. 3). Identify common fields of generalist practice at the various levels of social work interventions (e.g.individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities). 4). Identify the social work professionals' core values and ethical principles and compare and contrast with the individual student's values and those values held in society (NASW Code of Ethics).
5). Identify and examine social and economic justice issues addressed by the social work and social welfare profession, especially those related to poverty, inequality, racism, sexism, homophobia, ageism and other forms of oppression at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels. Course Requirements: Exams: Each exam may consist of multiple choice, matching and short answer/essay. Exams may cover textbook readings, handouts, lectures, web based information, guest lecturers and other class activities. Students who miss an exam must contact the instructor to schedule a make-up time. Please notify the instructor as soon as you know you will be missing the exam. Exams will not be given early. Papers: Papers are to be typed and double spaced. Ten points will be deducted for each week your paper is late without instructor notification and approval. Class Norms: This course is taught with lectures and class discussions. Guest speakers may also present information. Students are responsible for all assigned reading, regardless of whether or not it is discussed in class. If lecture is not from the required text, students are responsible for taking appropriate notes. Students are expected to read the material that will be covered prior to each class period. Grades will not be negotiated. Students should avoid engaging in conversations, making noises during lectures, and making any derogatory comments about any racial, ethnic or social group. Group discussions are seen as a good learning tool and as such are an important part of class. Students should be respectful of fellow classmates and not interrupt during class discussions or dominate such discussions. Respect for each class member and guest speaker is expected. Because of the sensitive nature of some topics, confidentiality is expected from all students. The social work value of respecting all personas will be observed.
Attendance: Students are expected to attend class regularly and be on time. If you do not attend class, remember that the instructor is not required to give a student make up work or accept late assignments. Students will be given 3 excused absences during the semester. If a student knows they will be absent, they are to contact the instructor in order for that absence to be excused. The instructor reserves the right to not excuse the absence. After the third unexcused absence, the instructor may initiate Faculty Initiated Student Withdrawal process. See the Department Syllabus Attachment. A student may be asked to leave the class for violations of class norms and/or the instructor may withdraw the student(s) from the course. As permitted and described in the ESU Faculty Handbook, if a student s absences from class are deemed as being detrimental to the student s progress, the instructor may initiate the student s withdrawal from class. Academic Dishonesty: This course complies with the University s Academic Dishonesty Policy. Academic dishonesty, a basis for disciplinary action, includes but is not limited to activities such as cheating and plagiarism. If a student is found to have been dishonest in his/her work he/she will be given a grade of F for the course. Disability Services: Emporia State University will make reasonable accommodations for persons with documented disabilities. Students need to contact the Director of Disability Services and the instructor as early in the semester as possible to ensure that classroom and academic accommodations are implemented in a timely fashion. All communication between students, the Office of Disability Services, and the instructor will be strictly confidential.
Course Evaluation: Final course grade is based on the following: Exam #1 Ethics and Values Paper Exam #2 Exam #3 BioPsychoSocial Assessment SW Process Assignment SW & Poverty Assignment Family Genogram Community Agencies Paper 70 points 50 points 100 points 100 points 60 points 30 points 30 points 60 points 100 points Grading Scale 92.6% - 100% = 556-600 points = A 89.6% - 92.5% = 538-555 points = A- 86.6% - 89.5% = 520-537 points = B+ 82.6% - 86.5% = 496-519 points = B 79.6% - 82.5% = 478-495 points = B- 76.6% - 79.5% = 460-477 points = C+ 69.6% - 76.5% = 418-459 points = C 59.6% - 69.5% = 358-417 points = D 0% - 59.5% = 0-357 points = F Total Points Possible 600 Content: Consult the calendar below for specific chapter assignments. Chapter assignments are subject to change if needed to fit the structure of the class. Otherwise, noted chapter readings are from the required text. Any changes that are made to the course schedule will only be announced during class. Date Topic Readings 8/18 Class introductions, Review Syllabus Handouts Social Work: A Helping Profession Chapter 1 8/25 An Evolving Profession Social Work History 9/1 Social Work and Social Systems The Social Service Delivery System Chapter 2 Handouts Chapter 3 Chapter 4 9/8 Values and Ethics in Social Work Chapter 5
9/15 Exam#1 Ethics and Values Paper Due Human Rights and Social Justice Chapter 6 9/22 Diversity and Social Work Chapter 7 Social Work Functions and Roles Chapter 9 9/29 Empowerment Social Work Practice Chapter 8 10/6 Social Work and Social Policy Chapter 10 10/13 Exam #2 Social Work and Poverty, Homelessness, Chapter 11 Unemployment, and Criminal Justice 10/20 Chapter 11 Continued 10/27 Social Work in Health, Rehabilitation, And Mental Health Chapter 12 11/3 Social Work with Families and Youths Chapter 13 11/10 Adult and Aging Services Chapter 14 11/17 Other Social Work Topics 11/24 No Class: Happy Thanksgiving 12/1 Exam #3 All papers and assignments due.