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Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change
  • Level Foundation
  • المدة 12 ساعات hours
  • الطبع بواسطة University of Michigan
  • Offered by

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In this course, you will learn how social workers in the United States engage in creating change and supporting the resilience of individuals, families and communities in this new era. Learners will have an opportunity to explore the social work profession, the different roles of social workers in a range of settings, the cross cutting themes that guide social work practice, the history of social work, and current challenges. Using a social justice lens, learners will reflect on current challenges facing the lives of individuals, families and communities and examine ways to advocate for needed changes. This course can be taken as a stand-alone learning experience or as part of the "Social Work: Practice, Policy, and Research MasterTrack Certificate Program."

الوحدات

Course Introduction

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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  • Introduce Yourself!

1 Videos

  • Welcome to Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change

3 Readings

  • Course Syllabus
  • Ground Rules for Discussion and Engagement
  • Help us learn more about you!

What is Social Work?

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Self-Reflection on Social Work and Core Values

3 Videos

  • Definition of Social Work
  • Social Work Ethics and Core Values: Part 1
  • Social Work Ethics and Core Values: Part 2

Roles and Skills of Social Workers

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Linking Core Themes to Micro or Mezzo/Macro Interventions
  • Skills Exercise

2 Videos

  • Social Workers in Action
  • What Skills Make a Social Worker Successful?

1 Readings

  • Deep Dive of Social Workers in Action

Module 1 Assessment

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 1 Quiz

Core Frameworks in Social Work

    • 4 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Self-Reflection on Cultural Humility

4 Videos

  • Ecological Systems Perspective, Strengths Approach, Empowerment and Social Justice Lens
  • Cultural Humility
  • Evidence Informed Practice
  • Examples of Evidence Informed Practice

Johnny's Case

    • 2 Videos
    • 5 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Plugin
    • 4 Assignment
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4 Assignment

  • 0-6 years old: Micro/Mezzo/Macro Analysis
  • Grade School: Micro/Mezzo/Macro Analysis
  • Middle and High School : Micro/Mezzo/Macro Analysis
  • Early Adulthood: Micro/Mezzo/Macro Analysis

1 Discussions

  • Today

2 Videos

  • Listening In: How Students Think About the Johnny Cases
  • Putting It Together: Perspectives on Practice

5 Readings

  • Case Introduction
  • 0-6 years old
  • Grade School
  • Middle School and High School
  • Early Adulthood

Module 2 Assessment

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1 Assignment

  • Module 2 Quiz

Historical Overview

    • 3 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Plugin
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • History of Social Work Timeline Confirmation

1 Discussions

  • History of Social Work Timeline Reflection

3 Videos

  • Why History Matters
  • Exploring the Early History of Social Work in the US: A Brief Overview
  • Exploring Social Work's Contributions

3 Readings

  • Previewing the History of Social Work Timeline
  • Accessible Version of the History of Social Work Timeline
  • History of Social Work Timeline Attributions

Current Contributions to Social Work's History: Stories from the Field

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1 Readings

  • Current Contributions to Social Work's History: Stories from the Field

Future Issues Facing Social Work

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Explore the Grand Challenges

2 Videos

  • Grand Challenges: An Overview
  • Grand Challenges: Examples from Faculty

Module 3 Assessment

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 3 Quiz

Using a Social Justice Lens

    • 3 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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3 Videos

  • Using A Social Justice Lens
  • Defining Privilege, Oppression, Diversity and Social Justice
  • A Look at Positionalities, Identity, Intersectionality and Privilege of Self

2 Readings

  • Reflecting on Your Positionality
  • Share with a Friend

Privilege, Oppression, Diversity, and Social Justice Discussion

    • 4 Videos
    • 2 Discussion
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2 Discussions

  • Self Reflection on Key Takeaways
  • Self-reflection on Own Privilege/Identity

4 Videos

  • Privilege, Oppression, Diversity, and Social Justice Discussion: Student Perspectives
  • Other Student Perspectives on Privilege, Oppression, Diversity and Social Justice
  • Faculty Reflect on Their Work with Marginalized Populations
  • Taking Action Using a Privilege, Oppression, Diversity, and Social Justice Perspective

Module 4 Assessment

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 4 Quiz

What's Next?

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Conclusion

3 Readings

  • What’s Next?
  • Post-Course Survey
  • Keep Learning with Michigan Online!

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Dive into "Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change" to understand how social workers foster resilience and advocate for change in the U.S. Explore the profession's history, roles, and current challenges through a social justice lens. Ideal for beginners, this 720-minute course is available on Coursera with Starter and Professional subscription options, and can be part of the MasterTrack Certificate Program. Perfect for those passionate about personal development and social justice.

Barbara Hiltz
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Barbara Hiltz