SOWK 602

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SOWK 602

One of the professors in one of the universities in Maryland is Dr. Anna McPhatter. She was a Dean of Social Work at Morgan State University, situates urban social work with African Americans within a historical, structural, and culturally grounded framework, emphasizing the enduring impact of racism, oppression, and systemic inequities on urban communities, while also lifting resilience, cultural strengths, and the ethical responsibilities of social workers.

In 3-4 pages (title and reference page not included), drawing directly from the introduction, analyze how McPhatter conceptualizes the role of the social worker in urban African American communities. In your response:

Analyze how historical trauma, structural racism, and urban context are presented as shaping contemporary social work practice with African Americans.

Evaluate McPhatter’s argument for culturally responsive and justice-oriented practice. What assumptions does she challenge about traditional social work models, and where do you see tensions or limitations in her framework?

Apply McPhatter’s perspective to a current urban social work practice issue (e.g., mental health, child welfare, housing instability, education, mass incarceration, health disparities).

How would her framework inform assessment, engagement, and intervention strategies?

What would ethical and culturally grounded practice look like in this scenario?

Support your discussion with specific concepts or language from the reading and 2-3 additional sources, and integrate professional values and practice principles into your response.

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Progress Report HCR 593

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Progress Report HCR 593

Progress Report #1 (15 pts)

  • Due Feb 15 by 11:59pm
  • Points 15
  • Submitting a file upload
  • Available until Feb 15 at 11:59pm

Remember, like DBs, Progress Reports, like DBs, are not accepted past the due date and time.

Progress Report must include updates on your project since your last progress report was submitted (or proposal for the first progress report). Use this opportunity to document your project’s journey. Some questions to consider: What are your plans for accomplishment within the following week and how have you scheduled time to accomplish it? Then, add a short reflection on your progress.

Rubric:

Ten (10) of the possible 15 points are for detailed progress reporting and planning documented.

Five (5) points of the possible (15) for personal reflection on your progress reporting and planning.

Each progress report must be unique to the progress you have made to avoid cutting and pasting previous submissions. This is an opportunity to document and reflect on your path.

This template is in Word format for ease of reporting.

HCR 593 – Progress Report #1.docx

Reminder that progress reports are not accepted late.

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Module 3 HCR 593

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Module 3 HCR 593

Module 3: Overview

Overview:

In this module, we will be reviewing your timeline for the applied projects, and then we begin to learn about literature reviews and how they impact the beginning stages of your project.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this module, students will be able to:

  1. Explain the basics of a literature review and how it supports a project.
  2. Explain informed consent and its requirements for a planned applied project.
  3. Comprehend the importance of Annotated Bibliography (AB) in research and submit AB for five of the most important sources that support the goals of the applied project.

To Do:

  • Continue to work on our Applied Project
  • Submit the Applied Project Annotated Bibliography

Plan for first Project Draft Submission

HCR593_APPLIED PROJECT TEMPLATE_BF_15DEC2025_retitle to include your name-4.doc

Please review the first project draft submission in advance to plan accordingly and ask questions. It is anticipated that questions will arise so please plan time with instructors as well.

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HCR- 593 Discussion board #2

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HCR- 593 Discussion board #2

Discussion Board (DB) 2: In DB 1, you shared some information on your interests in Regulatory Science. Now, tell a bit more about how you came to Regulatory Science as a field. Secondly, tell your course colleagues how you chose the topic of your applied project, and why it matters to you. If you shared this in DB1, then instead, provide some details on how your topic fills a gap/need. Add any steps you have taken to fine-tune your topic since your inception of the idea.

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HCR 593: Module 2: Assignment Project Timeline

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HCR 593: Module 2: Assignment Project Timeline

  • Due Sunday Feb 1by 11:59pm
  • Points 10
  • Submitting a file upload

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Overview

Your applied project needs careful planning and management.  Project management is crucial to your success. Take time to actively review your schedule along with the steps you will need to complete for your project. Add buffer time into the plan as well.  Project management steps will help assist you to complete each phase of your applied project. You should identify a number of key activities that you should include when developing your applied project plan. The key activities, or milestones, should have a hard deadline that you recognize as a clear requirement to meet the goals of this project. 

  • Identify the key milestones of your project and map them first.
    • For example, if you are collecting surveys, when do you have to have the survey completed so you have time to have it approved before it launches?
    • For example, if you are conducting a literature review as a method, when would you need to have your article inclusion/exclusion complete in order to start running the study (searching for the articles, then documenting them so you can determine the themes which are required for writing up the results)?
  • Identify any key challenges in your path that may contribute to the risk of delays. For this task, you should consider not only your scheduling around milestones but how to build prevention techniques into a project to minimize risk.
  • Map out all resources you have and those that you will need (and by when will you need them).

Submission

For this assignment, you will submit a timeline displaying all activities you expect to accomplish for this project and their associated durations. Complete the time frame details. Update the deliverable as it applies to your project (i.e., if it says statistics, you can change that term to analysis or whatever is applicable). 

A few notes:

  • You are encouraged to add your start dates, although it is not required.
  • Using this tool throughout your project is highly encouraged not only for the benefit of your project but also to practice the industry skill of managing projects successfully.
  • See the template attached for outlining your project plan which you can use for this submission.
  • You may create your own as long as it contains the deliverables listed in the template provided. 

Do not be misled by the small number of points assigned to this submission. Lack of submission is not an option. This is a contributing step toward the ultimate goal of the overall project. Steps such as these are understood in the industry and by researchers to be critical for planning and executing a project, and without proper planning, it could impact small or very large portions of your project. Lack of planning significantly contributes to increased stress and frustration, especially in the second half of the project. 

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HCR 593: Annotated Bibliography Assignment

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HCR 593: Annotated Bibliography Assignment

  • Due Feb 8 by 11:59pm
  • Points 50
  • Submitting a file upload
  • Available until Feb 15 at 11:59pm

Annotated Bibliography Template with Instructions 18Apr22 .docx

Please make sure to select articles for this assignment that you plan to use in your Applied Project. This assignment supports the research process and, by default, the final project deliverable.

Background and Review for the assignment:

Annotated Bibliography (AB)

An AB is, in short, an explanatory list of citations to books, articles, and documents that have the purpose of serving as a reference to an author or researcher while they are in the writing or researching process. Each citation is followed by a brief (usually about 150 words) descriptive and evaluative paragraph, the annotation. The purpose of the annotation is to inform the reader of the relevance, accuracy, and quality of the sources cited.

AB versus an Abstract

You may ask, what is the difference between an AB and an abstract. Michael Engle from Cornell University notes the difference as follows: Abstract is a descriptive summary of an article that is placed at the beginning of an article written by the authors. AB, on the other hand, have a descriptive nature as well. However, the key difference is that AB holds the purpose of providing a critical review of the article written by someone else. It can take a different viewpoint and serve as a method to categorize articles to support the writing process.

Additional reading on HOW to critically analyze a source for the purposes of your review, see also How to Critically Analyze Information SourcesLinks to an external site..

Instructions for this assignment:

1. Select FIVE articles/publications that are high on your list of references to use in your Literature Review.

2. Review the attached template that should be used for this assignment. You will see that each article (of the 5) will take 3 sections (squares) each as there are corresponding parts for each square. The first three sections on the template provide explanation on how to use the template. The next 3 provides an example to illustrate the explanation.

3. When you are ready to begin, you can save this word document template in a format similar to “Your.Name_HCR593_Ann.Biblio_Date” and delete the instructions from the version that you will submit for the assignment (example, delete the example and the explanation and instructions).

4. Then complete the sections for FIVE (5) articles or sources needed for your Applied Project.

5. As a reminder, the articles you select to use usually should meet the following criteria: (1) peer reviewed, (2) published and (3) published within the last 5 years. There may be some cases where it may be older than 5 years. For example, if you are using a source to explain the foundation of a theory or historical portion of your Applied Project, then more than 5 years ago can suffice. You must, however, use articles less than 5 years when supporting the gap (i.e. need) that your applied project is trying to fill in the literature. If you have questions, please reach out to Prof Barb.

6. The submission will be the annotated bibliography for FIVE (five) articles you critically reviewed.

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SOWK 604

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SOWK 604

Due February 5, 2026
Part 1: Futuristic Perspective in the Social Work Profession
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Based upon your acquired knowledge of the administrative structure and internship experience with your practicum agency:
•Identify an actual position (within your area of specialized practice) for which you would like to qualify for a job upon graduation.
•Identify responsibilities and qualifications of that actual position.
•List key points for a professional reference letter about yourself that could originate with a professor.
•List key points for a professional reference letter about yourself that could originate from a Site Supervisor.
•Evaluate your readiness to assume this position. State areas in which you need to grow.
•Integrate knowledge of the following in answering this question:
1.making ethical decisions using the various codes of ethics in social work.
2.issues of diversity, social, economic and environmental justice.
3.managing personal and professional values in practice;
4.advocating for individuals, groups, communities that have no voice;
5.knowledge of social work with individuals, groups, families, organizations, and communities; evidenced based research.
6.serving people with addictive behaviors in urban communities remaining professional by consistently assessing, reflecting and attending to the personal biases that impact treatment and recovery experiences and influence practice with people with addictive behaviors.
•What does competency in urban social work mean as it relates to the position you are applying for?
•How does this exercise impact your confidence level as an urban Social Work Professional?
Class members will provide constructive feedback to each other as they demonstrate mastery of social work skills, knowledge and experience.
Paper 1 Rubric: (Attached)
Part 2: What it Means to Take the Torch From a Current African American Social Work Pioneer (by ASP) Analysis Paper
•Identify a Current African American Social Work Pioneer and discuss his/her contribution to the advancement of social, economic, and environmental justice for urban African Americans.
•Think of the factors that influence the prevention, treatment, and recovery experience of people with addictive behaviors in urban communities and describe any connections you can make to the mission, goals, and services provided by your practicum placement.
•Review two conceptual (not empirical research) articles or a book chapter you read in your Area of Specialized Practice concerning African Americans. Use the articles or book chapter to discuss your “takeaway” from an African American trail blazer as you run with the torch. Your discussion must include the following concepts: social, economic, and
environmental justice; inequitable opportunities; societal disengagement, for African Americans and other individuals; housing; health; classism; sexism; disability; violence, and other social problems and issues.  “take away” refers to:
•“Knowledge – what is learned, understood or aware of. “
•“Values – service, social justice, the dignity and worth of the person, the importance of human relationships, integrity, competence, human rights, and scientific inquiry are among the core values of the profession. These values underpin the explicit and implicit curriculum and frame the profession’s commitment to respect all people and the quest for social and economic justice.”
•“Skills-the ability, coming from one’s knowledge, practice, aptitude, etc., to do something well.”
•Cognitive/Affective Processes – include demonstration of strong critical thinking skills, professional reaction and judgment.
•What does taking the torch and running with it mean for you in your practicum placement?
** (NOTE: Other Parts will be sent later but not due on February 5, 2026)
Required Reading for this class:
•Wolfer, T. A., Franklin, L. D., & Gray, K. A. (2013). Decision Cases for Advanced Social Work Practice: Confronting Complexity (3rd). New York, NY, Columbia University Press.
•Journal articles already in your possession from MSW courses that are specific to Area of Specialized Practice (ASP).

SOWK 631 Assignment

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SOWK 631 Assignment

Theory, Research, and Evidence-Based Practice Paper
Assignment Overview
Social work practitioners can no longer rely solely on their desire to help as the primary criterion for effective intervention. Contemporary professional practice requires the ability to demonstrate that interventions are effective for specific problems and client populations. One method for evaluating the effectiveness of a theory or intervention model is to examine how it has been applied with different client populations (e.g., children, adolescents, adults, older adults) and in addressing specific social or behavioral problems.
For this assignment, students will select one social work or human behavior theory studied throughout the MSW program and examine empirical research that evaluates its effectiveness with a specific problem or child welfare population.
Examples include, but are not limited to:
* Cognitive theory in the treatment of depression
* Behavioral theory in the treatment of school phobia
* Ego psychology in the treatment of marital dysfunction
* Self-psychology in the treatment of individuals with borderline personality disorder

Purpose of the Assignment
This paper allows students to demonstrate their ability to:
* Distinguish, appraise, and integrate multiple sources of knowledge
* Critically evaluate research-based evidence and practice wisdom
* Apply Human Behavior theories to guide assessment and intervention
* Examine theory through the lens of evidence-based practice (EBP)
Students are encouraged to re-familiarize themselves with theories learned in Human Behavior and the Social Environment and Psychopathology courses, such as:
* Cognitive Behavioral Theory
* Brief Solution-Focused Theory
* Attachment Theory
* Ego Psychology
* Racial Identity Theory
* Trauma-Informed Theories

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Assignment Requirements
This assignment does not require a comprehensive review of all studies conducted on a given theory. Instead, students are expected to:
* Locate several peer-reviewed empirical studies
* Summarize each study’s purpose, methodology, sample, and findings
* Evaluate the strengths and limitations of the research
* Make critical evaluative comments regarding the theory’s effectiveness based on the literature
Students may find that there is limited or inconclusive evidence supporting the effectiveness of the selected theory. This is acceptable, provided conclusions are supported by the literature.
Students should consult literature beyond social work, including:
* Psychology
* Counseling
* Psychiatry
Recommended databases include:
* PsycINFO
* MEDLINE
* Social Work Abstracts

Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Integration
Because evidence-based practice requires the integration of:
1. Best available research evidence
2. Clinical expertise
3. Client values and circumstances
Students must include a discussion of how these EBP components align or conflict with the empirical studies reviewed.

Paper Specifications
* Length: 6–8 pages (excluding title page, references, and appendices)
* Formatting:
* Typed, double-spaced
* Times New Roman, 12-point font
* One-inch margins
* APA 7th Edition style required
* Include a cover page and reference list

Citation Requirements
* A minimum of six (6) peer-reviewed scholarly sources outside of course materials
* All required course readings and materials must also be incorporated
* Proper APA in-text citations and references are required

Evaluation Criteria
Papers will be evaluated based on:
* Depth and accuracy of literature review
* Critical analysis of theory effectiveness
* Integration of evidence-based practice principles
* Application to social work assessment and intervention
* Organization, clarity, and academic writing quality
* Correct use of APA style

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SOWK 631 Assignment

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SOWK 631 Assignment

Two different Assignments below 👇🏾
Child Welfare Policy & Practice Presentation Assignment
Assignment Objective
The objective of this assignment is for students to identify a child abuse and neglect topic or issue not covered in class lectures or assigned readings and develop a 10-minute slide presentation that critically examines both the practice and policy dimensions of the selected issue. Students will demonstrate the relevance of the topic to social work practice in child and family settings, using empirical research to support their analysis.

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Presentation Requirements
Students will create a 10-minute presentation using slides (e.g., PowerPoint, Google Slides, or similar) and record their presentation using a medium of their choice (e.g., Zoom, Panopto, VoiceThread).
Students must submit:
* A copy of the slide presentation
* A recorded version of the presentation

Content Guidelines
Your presentation must clearly and explicitly addressthe following areas and guiding questions:

1. Child Welfare Issue Identification
* What is the specific child welfare issue being examined?
* What is the nature of the problem?
* Who defines this problem (e.g., policymakers, practitioners, researchers, communities)?
* Who agrees and who disagrees with this framing of the problem?
* What are the underlying social values, assumptions, or ideologies embedded in how the issue is defined and addressed?

2. Policy Goal(s)
* What is the overall goal of the policy or policy response related to this issue?
* Are there subgoals associated with the policy?
* Do any of the subgoals conflict with one another(e.g., child safety vs. family preservation)?

3. Relevant Policy and/or Legislation
* What public policies or legislation are relevant to your selected child welfare issue?
* If no formal public policies exist, explain why.
* What are the stated objectives of the policy or policies?
* Are there implicit or hidden agendas, unintended consequences, or political considerations?

4. Policy Implementation
* What social programs or interventions have been implemented as a result of these policies?
* How have these programs been operationalized in practice?
* Are the programs effective based on available evidence?
* What are the strengths and weaknesses of the implementation?

5. Intended and Actual Impact
* What was the intended impact of the policy or intervention?
* How was the social problem expected to change?
* How has child welfare practice (e.g., assessment, intervention, service delivery) been impacted by this policy?
* Where applicable, discuss disparities or differential impacts on vulnerable or marginalized populations.

Research and Scholarly Expectations
* Presentations must be grounded in empirical research, including:
* Peer-reviewed journal articles
* Government or policy research reports
* Publications from reputable research institutions
* Include in-text citations on slides and a bibliography/reference slide.
* While there is no required minimum number of sources, successful presentations typically include 5–10 scholarly citations.

Evaluation Criteria
Presentations will be evaluated based on:
* Depth and clarity of policy and practice analysis
* Integration of empirical research
* Relevance to social work practice with children and families
* Organization, clarity, and professionalism of slides
* Quality of oral presentation and adherence to time limits
* Proper citation and academic integrity

Formatting and Accessibility
* Slides should be clear, visually accessible, and professionally formatted.
* Avoid overcrowding slides with text; use concise bullet points to support your oral presentation.
* Ensure recordings are audible and accessible.

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HCR 593 Discussion Board #1

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HCR 593 Discussion Board #1

Due Jan 17 11:59pm
Available until Jan 18
50 points possible
3 Replies
3 Replies

Discussion Topic: **** NOTE DUE DATE: Module 1: Discussion Board 1 – Introductions**** NOTE DUE DATE: Module 1: Discussion Board 1 – Introductions

Welcome all!  We will be using the discussion boards (DB) to share progress, challenges, and barriers as you go through your applied project. A few reminders about DBs: 1. just like progress notes in this class, no DBs will be accepted late; 2. Note that three (3) peer posts are required for full credit rather than 2 (which is typical in most past courses in the program).

  • The initial post for DB1 – Wednesday, January 14 by 11:59 pm (AZ time)
  • Three (3) Peer responses for DB1 – due on Saturday, January 17th by 11:59 pm (AZ time)
  • Note that Discussion Board primary and associated peer posts, respectively, will NOT be accepted late in this course. There are only four total in this course, so mark your calendar accordingly!

Discussion Board 1: 

Part 1: Let’s hear your story…

1. (Any part of this is fine; it does not have to be all of it.) Where do you work (if you do), and what do you do? OR What has been your experience with regulatory science / regulatory affairs AND/OR what do you plan to do in the field (your hopes and dreams)?

Part 2: Create a collage of pictures that tell “your current story”. Helps us know who you are – See mine as an example!

Part 3: Create one to two sentences (so very brief overview) of your project idea. All the years I have been lucky enough to work with Applied Project, I see as many unique project ideas as I do students. However, I do see topic “trends” – lets see how many trends we have in this class! 🙂

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