University of Michigan - Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change
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Duration | 12 hours |
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Total fee | Free |
Mode of learning | Online |
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Credential | Certificate |
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- Approx. 12 hours to complete
- English Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish
Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change at Coursera Course details
- 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."
Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change at Coursera Curriculum
What is Social Work?
Welcome to Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change
Definition of Social Work
Social Work Ethics and Core Values: Part 1
Social Work Ethics and Core Values: Part 2
Social Workers in Action
What Skills Make a Social Worker Successful?
Course Syllabus
Ground Rules for Discussion and Engagement
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Deep Dive of Social Workers in Action
Linking Core Themes to Micro or Mezzo/Macro Interventions
Skills Exercise
Module 1 Quiz
Integrated Themes of Social Work
Ecological Systems Perspective, Strengths Approach, Empowerment and Social Justice Lens
Cultural Humility
Evidence Informed Practice
Examples of Evidence Informed Practice
Listening In: How Students Think About the Johnny Cases
Putting It Together: Perspectives on Practice
Case Introduction
0-6 years old
Grade School
Middle School and High School
Early Adulthood
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
Module 2 Quiz
A History of Social Work
Why History Matters
Exploring the Early History of Social Work in the US: A Brief Overview
Exploring Social Work's Contributions
Grand Challenges: An Overview
Grand Challenges: Examples from Faculty
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
History of Social Work Timeline Confirmation
Module 3 Quiz
Privilege, Oppression, Diversity, and Social Justice
Using A Social Justice Lens
Defining Privilege, Oppression, Diversity and Social Justice
A Look at Positionalities, Identity, Intersectionality and Privilege of Self
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
Course Conclusion
Reflecting on Your Positionality
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Module 4 Quiz
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