Category: Social Work

Use “12 Angry Men” film as an argument and parallel.

Write a 34 page paper (not including title or reference pages) that uses the APA headings and addresses the components given below.

Problem Statement

Using a specific social problem or practice issue relevant to social work (for example, homelessness, racial disparities in healthcare, and child welfare system reform), complete the following in approximately one page:

• Explain why this social problem or practice issue matters to the field of social work.
• Discuss how this social problem or practice issue connects to core social work values or ethical standards from the NASW Code of Ethics.
• Connect to at least two core values or ethical standards.
• Be specific and cite your connections using APA style.

Literature Review Summary

Locate and review at least three recent (within the last 7 years) peer-reviewed scholarly research articles related to your topic and for each article in 23 pages total, complete the following:

• Summarize the purpose and main findings.
• Summarize how the research contributes to understanding the issue.
• Summarize any limitations or concerns related to cultural responsiveness, ethics, or applicability to social work practice.
• Evaluate the credibility and relevance of each article using critical thinking and academic language.

Additional Requirements

Your assignment should also meet the following requirements:

• Written communication:
• Apply APA style and formatting to scholarly writing.
• Apply the standard writing conventions for the discipline, including structure, voice, person, and tone.
• APA formatting: Use
• for guidance in citing sources and formatting your paper in proper APA style. See the
• for more APA resources specific to your degree level.
• Number of resources: Identify at least three recent (within the last 7 years) scholarly sources that support your positions and use them throughout your paper using appropriate APA citations.
• Use the
• for research resources and library tools.
• Length of paper: 34 typed, double-spaced pages, excluding title and reference pages, and 1-inch margins.
• Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.

Review the Research-Informed Practice rubric to see the criteria by which your assignment will be evaluated before submission.

Competencies Measured

By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and rubric criteria:

• Competency 1: Apply research findings to inform and improve practice, policy, and programs. (C4.GP.A)
• Explain why this social problem or practice issue matters to the field of social work. (C4.GP.A)
• Summarize the purpose and main findings of each article. (C4.GP.A)
• Summarize how the research contributes to understanding the issue for each article. (C4.GP.A)
• Competency 2: Identify ethical, culturally informed, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive strategies that address inherent biases for use in quantitative and qualitative research methods to advance the purposes of social work. (C4.GP.B)
• Discuss how this social problem or practice issue connects to core social work values or ethical standards from the NASW Code of Ethics. (C4.GP.B)
• Summarize any limitations or concerns related to cultural responsiveness, ethics, or applicability to social work practice for each article. (C4.GP.B)
• Competency 3: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of the social work profession.
• Evaluate the credibility and relevance of each article using critical thinking and academic language. (C4.GP.B)
• Apply APA style and formatting to scholarly writing.

Write a 34 page paper (not including title or reference pages) that uses the APA headings and addresses the components given below.

Problem Statement

Using a specific social problem or practice issue relevant to social work (for example, homelessness, racial disparities in healthcare, and child welfare system reform), complete the following in approximately one page:

• Explain why this social problem or practice issue matters to the field of social work.
• Discuss how this social problem or practice issue connects to core social work values or ethical standards from the NASW Code of Ethics.
• Connect to at least two core values or ethical standards.
• Be specific and cite your connections using APA style.

Literature Review Summary

Locate and review at least three recent (within the last 7 years) peer-reviewed scholarly research articles related to your topic and for each article in 23 pages total, complete the following:

• Summarize the purpose and main findings.
• Summarize how the research contributes to understanding the issue.
• Summarize any limitations or concerns related to cultural responsiveness, ethics, or applicability to social work practice.
• Evaluate the credibility and relevance of each article using critical thinking and academic language.

Additional Requirements

Your assignment should also meet the following requirements:

• Written communication:
• Apply APA style and formatting to scholarly writing.
• Apply the standard writing conventions for the discipline, including structure, voice, person, and tone.
• APA formatting: Use
• for guidance in citing sources and formatting your paper in proper APA style. See the
• for more APA resources specific to your degree level.
• Number of resources: Identify at least three recent (within the last 7 years) scholarly sources that support your positions and use them throughout your paper using appropriate APA citations.
• Use the
• for research resources and library tools.
• Length of paper: 34 typed, double-spaced pages, excluding title and reference pages, and 1-inch margins.
• Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.

Review the Research-Informed Practice rubric to see the criteria by which your assignment will be evaluated before submission.

Competencies Measured

By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and rubric criteria:

• Competency 1: Apply research findings to inform and improve practice, policy, and programs. (C4.GP.A)
• Explain why this social problem or practice issue matters to the field of social work. (C4.GP.A)
• Summarize the purpose and main findings of each article. (C4.GP.A)
• Summarize how the research contributes to understanding the issue for each article. (C4.GP.A)
• Competency 2: Identify ethical, culturally informed, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive strategies that address inherent biases for use in quantitative and qualitative research methods to advance the purposes of social work. (C4.GP.B)
• Discuss how this social problem or practice issue connects to core social work values or ethical standards from the NASW Code of Ethics. (C4.GP.B)
• Summarize any limitations or concerns related to cultural responsiveness, ethics, or applicability to social work practice for each article. (C4.GP.B)
• Competency 3: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of the social work profession.
• Evaluate the credibility and relevance of each article using critical thinking and academic language. (C4.GP.B)
• Apply APA style and formatting to scholarly writing.Write a 34 page paper (not including title or reference pages) that uses the APA headings and addresses the components given below.
• Problem Statement
• Using a specific social problem or practice issue relevant to social work (for example, homelessness, racial disparities in healthcare, and child welfare system reform), complete the following in approximately one page:
• Explain why this social problem or practice issue matters to the field of social work.
• Discuss how this social problem or practice issue connects to core social work values or ethical standards from the NASW Code of Ethics.
• Connect to at least two core values or ethical standards.
• Be specific and cite your connections using APA style.
• Literature Review Summary
• Locate and review at least three recent (within the last 7 years) peer-reviewed scholarly research articles related to your topic and for each article in 23 pages total, complete the following:
• Summarize the purpose and main findings.
• Summarize how the research contributes to understanding the issue.
• Summarize any limitations or concerns related to cultural responsiveness, ethics, or applicability to social work practice.
• Evaluate the credibility and relevance of each article using critical thinking and academic language.

Additional Requirements

• Your assignment should also meet the following requirements:
• Written communication:
• Apply APA style and formatting to scholarly writing.
• Apply the standard writing conventions for the discipline, including structure, voice, person, and tone.
• APA formatting: Use
• for guidance in citing sources and formatting your paper in proper APA style. See the
• for more APA resources specific to your degree level.
• Number of resources: Identify at least three recent (within the last 7 years) scholarly sources that support your positions and use them throughout your paper using appropriate APA citations.
• Use the
• for research resources and library tools.
• Length of paper: 34 typed, double-spaced pages, excluding title and reference pages, and 1-inch margins.
• Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
• Review the Research-Informed Practice rubric to see the criteria by which your assignment will be evaluated before submission.

Competencies Measured

• By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and rubric criteria:
• Competency 1: Apply research findings to inform and improve practice, policy, and programs. (C4.GP.A)
• Explain why this social problem or practice issue matters to the field of social work. (C4.GP.A)
• Summarize the purpose and main findings of each article. (C4.GP.A)
• Summarize how the research contributes to understanding the issue for each article. (C4.GP.A)
• Competency 2: Identify ethical, culturally informed, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive strategies that address inherent biases for use in quantitative and qualitative research methods to advance the purposes of social work. (C4.GP.B)
• Discuss how this social problem or practice issue connects to core social work values or ethical standards from the NASW Code of Ethics. (C4.GP.B)
• Summarize any limitations or concerns related to cultural responsiveness, ethics, or applicability to social work practice for each article. (C4.GP.B)
• Competency 3: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of the social work profession.
• Evaluate the credibility and relevance of each article using critical thinking and academic language. (C4.GP.B)
• Apply APA style and formatting to scholarly writing.Write a 34 page paper (not including title or reference pages) that uses the APA headings and addresses the components given below.
• Problem Statement
• Using a specific social problem or practice issue relevant to social work (for example, homelessness, racial disparities in healthcare, and child welfare system reform), complete the following in approximately one page:
• Explain why this social problem or practice issue matters to the field of social work.
• Discuss how this social problem or practice issue connects to core social work values or ethical standards from the NASW Code of Ethics.
• Connect to at least two core values or ethical standards.
• Be specific and cite your connections using APA style.
• Literature Review Summary
• Locate and review at least three recent (within the last 7 years) peer-reviewed scholarly research articles related to your topic and for each article in 23 pages total, complete the following:
• Summarize the purpose and main findings.
• Summarize how the research contributes to understanding the issue.
• Summarize any limitations or concerns related to cultural responsiveness, ethics, or applicability to social work practice.
• Evaluate the credibility and relevance of each article using critical thinking and academic language.

Additional Requirements

• Your assignment should also meet the following requirements:
• Written communication:
• Apply APA style and formatting to scholarly writing.
• Apply the standard writing conventions for the discipline, including structure, voice, person, and tone.
• APA formatting: Use
• for guidance in citing sources and formatting your paper in proper APA style. See the
• for more APA resources specific to your degree level.
• Number of resources: Identify at least three recent (within the last 7 years) scholarly sources that support your positions and use them throughout your paper using appropriate APA citations.
• Use the
• for research resources and library tools.
• Length of paper: 34 typed, double-spaced pages, excluding title and reference pages, and 1-inch margins.
• Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
• Review the Research-Informed Practice rubric to see the criteria by which your assignment will be evaluated before submission.

Competencies Measured

• By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and rubric criteria:
• Competency 1: Apply research findings to inform and improve practice, policy, and programs. (C4.GP.A)
• Explain why this social problem or practice issue matters to the field of social work. (C4.GP.A)
• Summarize the purpose and main findings of each article. (C4.GP.A)
• Summarize how the research contributes to understanding the issue for each article. (C4.GP.A)
• Competency 2: Identify ethical, culturally informed, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive strategies that address inherent biases for use in quantitative and qualitative research methods to advance the purposes of social work. (C4.GP.B)
• Discuss how this social problem or practice issue connects to core social work values or ethical standards from the NASW Code of Ethics. (C4.GP.B)
• Summarize any limitations or concerns related to cultural responsiveness, ethics, or applicability to social work practice for each article. (C4.GP.B)
• Competency 3: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of the social work profession.
• Evaluate the credibility and relevance of each article using critical thinking and academic language. (C4.GP.B)
• Apply APA style and formatting to scholarly writing.Write a 34 page paper (not including title or reference pages) that uses the APA headings and addresses the components given below.
• Problem Statement
• Using a specific social problem or practice issue relevant to social work (for example, homelessness, racial disparities in healthcare, and child welfare system reform), complete the following in approximately one page:
• Explain why this social problem or practice issue matters to the field of social work.
• Discuss how this social problem or practice issue connects to core social work values or ethical standards from the NASW Code of Ethics.
• Connect to at least two core values or ethical standards.
• Be specific and cite your connections using APA style.
• Literature Review Summary
• Locate and review at least three recent (within the last 7 years) peer-reviewed scholarly research articles related to your topic and for each article in 23 pages total, complete the following:
• Summarize the purpose and main findings.
• Summarize how the research contributes to understanding the issue.
• Summarize any limitations or concerns related to cultural responsiveness, ethics, or applicability to social work practice.
• Evaluate the credibility and relevance of each article using critical thinking and academic language.

Additional Requirements

• Your assignment should also meet the following requirements:
• Written communication:
• Apply APA style and formatting to scholarly writing.
• Apply the standard writing conventions for the discipline, including structure, voice, person, and tone.
• APA formatting: Use
• for guidance in citing sources and formatting your paper in proper APA style. See the
• for more APA resources specific to your degree level.
• Number of resources: Identify at least three recent (within the last 7 years) scholarly sources that support your positions and use them throughout your paper using appropriate APA citations.
• Use the
• for research resources and library tools.
• Length of paper: 34 typed, double-spaced pages, excluding title and reference pages, and 1-inch margins.
• Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
• Review the Research-Informed Practice rubric to see the criteria by which your assignment will be evaluated before submission.

Competencies Measured

• By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and rubric criteria:
• Competency 1: Apply research findings to inform and improve practice, policy, and programs. (C4.GP.A)
• Explain why this social problem or practice issue matters to the field of social work. (C4.GP.A)
• Summarize the purpose and main findings of each article. (C4.GP.A)
• Summarize how the research contributes to understanding the issue for each article. (C4.GP.A)
• Competency 2: Identify ethical, culturally informed, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive strategies that address inherent biases for use in quantitative and qualitative research methods to advance the purposes of social work. (C4.GP.B)
• Discuss how this social problem or practice issue connects to core social work values or ethical standards from the NASW Code of Ethics. (C4.GP.B)
• Summarize any limitations or concerns related to cultural responsiveness, ethics, or applicability to social work practice for each article. (C4.GP.B)
• Competency 3: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of the social work profession.
• Evaluate the credibility and relevance of each article using critical thinking and academic language. (C4.GP.B)
• Apply APA style and formatting to scholarly writing.

The Role of Research in Promoting Social Justice

This week, we explored how research helps advance social justice and equity in the communities social workers serve. For this discussion, share ideas regarding research practices and/or tools and resources related to writing and research. Here are some ideas to get you started:

• How can research help bring attention to a social justice issue you care about?
• In what ways can research either empower or harm marginalized communities? Reflect on the responsibilities social workers have to conduct and share research in ways that uphold dignity, equity, and human rights.
• Share what in this week’s content you found to be of most interest related to your social work practice, your professional development, and/or academic journey. How might you use this information?

In our quest to prepare you for post-ASU career options, it is time to get specific! The purpose of this assignment is to get you researching and evaluating the organizations you might want to intern and/or work for…or…if it is entrepreneurship you seek, organizations you can use as exemplars (excellent models) for you to fashion your business ideas in and around. Generative AI Policy In this course and for this assignment, the use of GenAI is prohibited beyond simple brainstorming and initial topic exploration, unless instructions are given by the instructor for utilization within a specific assignment component. You are not permitted to use it for the content of your submitted assignments. Copying and pasting generated content and representing it as your own is strictly prohibited. All work must reflect your own words, language, and voice, as well as your own research, thoughts, and perspectives–and it must be consistent with your writing style and skill. If you are unsure about how to appropriately use GenAI in this course, please contact your instructor. Alignment This assignment aligns with the course and module-level outcome(s): Course Learning Outcome 5,14 Understand the process of career development as applicable to community service and leisure related professions. Build foundational career preparation and development skills that are appropriate and effective for community service and leisure-related professions. Module Learning Outcome Mod 5 CPD 2 Explore organizations for future employment opportunities including creating a Top 5 list. Helpful Resources This assignment is self-contained and you will only need to use your own research to complete it. Back to Top Instructions Use My Top Five List (of Organizations) Template to complete this assignment. File/Make a Copy/Rename/Edit.

For your first Critical Analysis Paper, I’d like you to present an argument about which theory/theories you believe are best to help explain the occurrence of violence and abuse in adulthood, drawing on the theoretical literature covered in class. This model may be represented by one or more theories. If one theory is utilized, be sure to provide a compelling argument as to why you think this one theory is sufficient. If multiple theories (or parts of theories) are utilized, be sure to explain how the theories work together. Provide a critique/limitations of your model as well.

For additional information on this assignment see attached*

This is a 8-10 minute “script” for my masters level social work class. I am doing attachment theory. Please answer the questions for the podcast script. This is more of a conversational type podcast but still needs to be professional. Here are the instructions along with the rubric: Generalist Practice II Assignment #1 Theory Podcast Description: This podcast is a chance for you to take an in-depth look at a practice theory of interest to you that is commonly used in social work. In the podcast you should describe the theorys main principles and how the theory can be used to help in social work practice settings. Approach this as if you are teaching me (the reader) about the theory. Choose from this list of practice theories/models: Cognitive behavioral theory (CBT), ecological systems theory, crisis intervention theory, task centered perspective, psychosocial development theory, social learning theory, attachment theory, and family systems theory. It must be DIFFERENT from the theory you wrote about in the fall semester. 1.) What does the theory say? Describe the descriptive theory (what the theory proposes is the reasons for peoples problems) and the prescriptive theory (what they say you do to help and why they think it will help). This part is focused on teaching your reader about the theory. Included should be information on the key components that make up the theory, individuals who contributed to or influenced its development, and how (if at all) the therapeutic relationship is addressed. 2.) What does the research say? – Discuss what research says about the theory, including evidence that supports and critiques the theory. 3.) Discuss the theorys fit with the field of social work In class and some of our readings have touched on what makes a theory a good fit for social work. Discuss whether or not your chosen theory is a good fit with social work and why (support with research). 4.) Would you use this theory? Why or why not? Discuss whether or not you would use this theory in your practice now that you have explored the theory more in depth. Assignment Requirements: Prepare a podcast (8-10 minutes individually or 18-20 minutes in a pair) to present the information discussed above on your theory. You will submit the podcast and a reference list via Plato. The podcasts and reference lists will be shared with the class later in the semester. Grading Rubric Criterion/Points Below Expectations 1-5 Needs Improvement 6-10 Meets Expectations 11-15 Exceeds Expectations 16-20 SCORE

1. Review and consider the application of the NASW Code of Ethics to the evaluation and termination phases of the social work practice framework.
2. Reflect on your experiences with endings, interruptions, and transitions. Consider their implications by responding to the following sets of questions:
3. Reflect on specific evaluation methods a social worker could use to measure the ongoing needs and program effectiveness for clients. What is one formal evaluation strategy that the social worker could use to evaluate progress made on specific treatment goals and ongoing needs? Why is evaluation a matter of ethical practice in this case?
4. What come to mind when you think of endings, interruptions, and transitions? Some common examples may include finishing a school year and saying goodbye to teachers and classmates you liked, moving away for college, or finding out that a doctor you feel comfortable with is leaving practice. What positive and negative thoughts and feelings do you have about endings and how may they relate to clients experiences of endings in the change process? How might endings in your future social work practice bring up both the positive and negative emotions surrounding your memories? What is your plan to manage these emotions when you are terminating with clients?
5. After reviewing the , section 1.17, consider the client population you hope to work with (Substance Use and Mental Health).
6. What are some ethical considerations you have towards the termination process, and how do you plan to terminate with clients ethically?
7. For example, how might you prepare clients for an upcoming leave of absence or termination? What are some examples of things you might say?
8. As another example, how might you collaborate with a client to create a discharge plan that addresses her ongoing needs for safety?
9. Incorporate concepts and demonstrate your understanding of the resources required for the assignment (journals, videos, texts, etc.) and use conventions of academic writing, including essay-style paragraphs (topic sentence, supporting sentences and summary or final statement), proper grammar, correct use of spelling and punctuation and use of currently required APA writing standards including formatting using indented paragraphs, same font throughout, proper headings, references at the bottom as needed and APA style, including proper use of in-text citations, concise language, paraphrasing and active voice in first or third person.

1. Read Day # 16 of the text.
2. Respond to the following discussion questions:
3. What truth from this study especially encouraged your heart?
4. Share something you did not previously know that you learned in this study.
5. Honestly, are relationships your first priority? How can you ensure that they are?

1. Watch this video:
2. Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OL8DyVusLeE
3. Respond to the following prompts in approximately 300-400 words:
4. Briefly explain one key concept from humanistic theory (e.g., self-actualization, unconditional positive regard, person-centered therapy) and one key concept from existential theory (e.g., freedom and responsibility, meaning-making, existential anxiety).
5. How might these theories shape the way a social worker engages with a client who is struggling with low self-worth, shame, or meaninglessness?
6. In what ways do these approaches challenge or affirm your own beliefs about people and the helping process?

proper grammar, correct use of spelling and punctuation and use of currently required APA writing standards including formatting using indented paragraphs, same font throughout, proper headings, references at the bottom as needed and APA style, including proper use of in-text citations, concise language, paraphrasing and active voice in first or third person.

1. Read the article:
2. Select one AI technology currently used or proposed for use in social work.
3. Using ChatGPT, or another AI tool of your choosing:
4. Ask it to describe your selected AI technology’s purpose, functionality, and current implementation in social work.
5. Prompt example: Describe [insert selected topic], including its purpose, functionality, and current implementation in the social work field.
6. Open the online viewer.
7. Using the six different Ethical Standards, ask the chatbot to analyze your selected AI technology using the NASW Code of Ethics sections you link.
8. Prompt example: Using the [insert NASW hyperlink, i.e., https://www.socialworkers.org/About/Ethics/Code-of-Ethics/Code-of-Ethics-English/Social-Workers-Ethical-Responsibilities-to-Clients] resource, analyze how [selected topic] aligns or does not align with this code of ethics section.
9. Design a professional infographic, using , , , or another tool of your choosing.
10. Include the following ethical considerations for implementing your selected AI technology:
11. Client privacy and confidentiality
12. Informed consent
13. Potential for bias and discrimination
14. Impact on human relationships in practice
15. Professional boundaries and competence
16. Social justice implications
17. Incorporate relevant statistics or research findings
18. Present information in a visually engaging way
19. Completed assgnment in PDF format