Category: Social work

Click here to watch Gabriel Fernandez Episode 1Links to an external site.
Click here to watch Kalief Browder Episode 1Links to an external site.
For the next several sections you need to watch either the Gabriel Fernandez docuseries or the Kalief Browder Story. There are 6 episodes each. After watching the first episode of either the Gabriel Fernandez Story, or The Kalief Browder Story I am sure you experienced a number of emotions.
For this discussion please answer the following questions, and write at least 1 comment on another student’s reply. Remember, we are here to support and understand our peers’ experiences. No negative replies to your peers’ posts.
1.) State which of the 2 docuseries you chose to watch, and why you chose it over the other docuseries.
2.) After watching this first episode, how are you feeling and why?
3.) What are a few things you plan on doing to help process and release any energy you are feeling after watching this episode?
4.) Find one positive from the episode, share what you thought was positive, and why.

Instructions
It is anticipated that the initial discussion post should be in the range of 250-300 words. Response posts to peers have no minimum word requirement but must demonstrate topic knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. Substantive content is imperative for all posts. All discussion prompt elements for the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments unless specified in the instructions. All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format.
Classroom Participation
Students are expected to address the initial discussion question by Wednesday of each week. Participation in the discussion forum requires a minimum of three (3) substantive postings (this includes your initial post and posting to two peers) on three (3) different days. Substantive means that you add something new to the discussion supported with citation(s) and reference(s), you are not just agreeing. This is also a time to ask questions or offer information surrounding the topic addressed by your peers. Personal experience is appropriate for a substantive discussion, however should be correlated to the literature.
All discussion boards will be evaluated utilizing rubric criterion inclusive of content, analysis, collaboration, writing and APA. If you fail to post an initial discussion or initial discussion is late, you will not receive points for content and analysis, you may however post to your peers for partial credit following the guidelines above.
Initial Response
Instructions:For this discussion post please post a video, story, or real-life example of courage or perseverance in the face of barriers or setbacks. The examples can be people or animals.
Then discuss how this person/animal experienced trauma and how they demonstrated courage or perseverance
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
Your initial response is due by Wednesday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Peer Response
Instructions:Please read and respond to at least two of your peers’ initial postings. You may want to consider the following questions in your responses to your peers:
Compare and contrast your initial posting with those of your peers. How are they similar or how are they different?
What information can you add that would help support the responses of your peers?
Ask your peers a question for clarification about their post.
What most interests you about their responses? Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
All peer responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 1 hour

Instructions
It is anticipated that the initial discussion post should be in the range of 250-300 words. Response posts to peers have no minimum word requirement but must demonstrate topic knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. Substantive content is imperative for all posts. All discussion prompt elements for the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments unless specified in the instructions. All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format.
Classroom Participation
Students are expected to address the initial discussion question by Wednesday of each week. Participation in the discussion forum requires a minimum of three (3) substantive postings (this includes your initial post and posting to two peers) on three (3) different days. Substantive means that you add something new to the discussion supported with citation(s) and reference(s), you are not just agreeing. This is also a time to ask questions or offer information surrounding the topic addressed by your peers. Personal experience is appropriate for a substantive discussion, however, should be correlated to the literature.
All discussion boards will be evaluated utilizing rubric criterion inclusive of content, analysis, collaboration, writing and APA. If you fail to post an initial discussion or initial discussion is late, you will not receive points for content and analysis, you may however post to your peers for partial credit following the guidelines above.
Initial Response
Instructions:Select one of the videos or websites as the focus your discussion post. Summarize your key takeaways from watching the video or reading the website. Please complete the following questions for your discussion post:
What ways did policy impact the situation?
How would you advocate for change as a social worker?
Are there similar issues occurring in your community? Provide examples.
How does this issue impact your clients? Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
The post and responses are valued at 25 points. Please review post and response expectations. Please review the rubric to ensure that your response meets criteria.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Peer Response
Instructions:You are expected to actively participate in the forums each week. Responses to others must add substantively to the discussion by building upon classmates’ ideas or posing critical questions to further the discussion. For example, a posting of “I agree with what people are saying” is not sufficient. What is considered sufficient is initiating further discussion, promoting further thought, providing critical or integrative dialog providing effective support or encouragement, challenging by showing supporting literature or other documentation, and/or self-reflecting regarding the topic. You must respond to at least two other peers’ initial posts. Please read and respond to at least two of your peers’ initial postings. You may want to consider the following questions in your responses to your peers:
Compare and contrast your initial posting with those of your peers. How are they similar or how are they different?
What information can you add that would help support the responses of your peers?
Ask your peers a question for clarification about their post.
What most interests you about their responses? Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
All peer responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 1 hour

https://lms.su.edu.pk/download?filename=1603654361-rivas-robert-f.pdf&lesson=34594
Above I have attached a direct link to the textbook where you can refer to chapters 1-3 for each subheading there is a section in those chapters please apply it to the presentation you can attend a virtual group I’ll attach a link for groups in Atlanta area or you can find a virtual group of your own https://www.meetup.com/find/us–ga–atlanta/support-group/
Please no AI or plagiarism to complete this assignment n this dynamic assignment, we embark on an exploration of group dynamics through direct participation. Your task is to engage with a group, either in-person or virtually, and present your insightful observations in a reflective format to share with the class. Utilize presentation tools such as PPT, Canva, Prezi, or any preferred medium to convey your insights effectively. Use the presentation structure assist in creating your visual support! Presentation Structure:
Slide 1: Introduction
– Introduce the attended group briefly.
– Specify whether it’s a formed or natural group.
Slide 2: Type of Group
– Define the group’s nature.
– If formed, differentiate between treatment or task groups.
– Specify the specific type within that classification (e.g., support, socialization).
Slide 3: Communication/Interaction Patterns
– Examine how demographic composition affects communication.
– Discuss any observed listening disparities based on demographics.
Slide 4: Cohesion
– Evaluate the group’s cohesion levels.
– Highlight signs indicating high or low cohesion.
– Provide real-life examples illustrating cohesion levels.
Slide 5: Social Integration, Influence, and Control
– Identify influential individuals within the group.
– Analyze formal and informal leadership dynamics.
– Discuss strengths and potential improvements in leadership.
Slide 6: Group Culture
– Explore the overarching values and beliefs manifested in the group’s interactions.
Slide 7: Overall Assessment
– Summarize key observations.
– Share two areas you’d change if leading the group.
Slide(s) 8 – 9 : Plan for Change – Group Dynamics
– If you were the leader for the group name 2 things that you would change about the group dynamics Slide 10: Conclusion
– Recap essential findings.
– Conclude with the broader impact on understanding group dynamics.
Q & A: 2-Minute Session
Assignment Recap
– Attend a group session.
– Use provided questions as a guide during and after the session.
– Develop a presentation using the designated headers as slides.
– Aim for a 10-15 minute presentation with a 2-minute Q & A.
This assignment, worth 50 participation points, aims to be interactive, informative, and reflective of your comprehension of group dynamics, particularly as presented in chapters 1-3 of Toseland.
Enjoy the exploration and analysis of group dynamics!
This is a Module 3 assignment that is worth 50 points, these points are within your participation grade which represents 33.3% of your total grade. Rubric for Group Dynamics Exploration Assignment
Criteria Points Presentation Structure (20 points) Slide 1: Introduction 2 Slide 2: Type of Group 3 Slide 3: Communication/Interaction 3 Slide 4: Cohesion 3 Slide 5: Social Integration, Influence 3 Slide 6: Group Culture 3 Slide 7: Overall Assessment 3 Slides 8-9: Plan for Change 4 Slide 10: Conclusion 2 Q & A Session 5 Content and Analysis (20 points) Depth of Exploration and Observation 5 Application of Concepts (Chapters 1-3) 5 Critical Analysis of Group Dynamics 5 Clarity and Coherence in Presentation 5 Engagement and Participation (10 points)
Actively Attending a Group Session 3 Thoughtful Responses to Provided Questions 3 Active Participation in Q & A Session 4 Creativity and Visual Appeal (10 points)
Effective Use of Presentation Tools 4 Visual Appeal and Design 3 Creativity in Conveying Insights 3 Total Points: 50 |

Share one social or one economic injustice that impacts clients served by your agency or in the local community. Using the website you found as a resource, comment on how the agency or the community intervenes, or should intervene, to address the social or economic injustice.The practicum is credentialed through managed care organizations (MCO) to provide services that are reimbursable by Medicaid. That is a community-based organization promoting behavioral and mental wellness to individuals and their families. Please use this source Steen, J. A., Mann, M., Restivo, N., Mazany, S., & Chapple, R. (2017). Human Rights: Its Meaning and Practice in Social Work Field Settings. Social Work, 62(1), 9–17. https://doi-org.library.capella.edu/10.1093/sw/sww075
use any source within the 5 years.

In this assignment, you will create a proposal detailing and building upon the information presented in the last two assignments. First, present the current policy that is negatively impacting an oppressed population, including who and in what ways the population is being affected. Then describe a detailed plan designed to remedy the shortcomings of the current policy. In addition, discuss the leadership skills necessary to gain support for the proposal and determine which of those skills you already possess and which you may need to develop. You will include an evaluation plan that presents the data needed to demonstrate that the change has had the desired outcome. This will include the definition of success and the ways in which the data will be collected. Remember to support all main points, assertions, arguments, conclusions, or recommendations with relevant, credible, and convincing evidence.
By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following competencies and behaviors:
EPAS Competency 2: Advance human rights and social, racial, economic, and environmental justice.
C2.GP.A: Advocate for human rights at the individual, family, group, organizational, and community system levels.
Related Assignment Criteria:
Explain a detailed plan for enacting change to address discrimination in the selected policy or program.
Discuss leadership skills needed to implement the plan to address discriminatory issues in the selected policy or program.
Explain how the plan to change the policy or program will be evaluated.
Explain how the evaluation data will be collected and managed.
Instructions
For this assignment, in a 4–6 page paper:
Explain a detailed plan for enacting change to address discrimination in the selected policy or program.
Include steps for implementation, a budget, and specific sources for funding.
Discuss leadership skills needed to implement the plan to address discriminatory issues in the selected policy or program.
Reflect on your personal application of or capacities for these leadership skills.
Explain how the plan to change the policy or program will be evaluated.
Detail the data that will be necessary to measure the plan’s success.
Explain how the evaluation data will be collected and managed.
Describe how the data will be collected and managed to maintain ethical integrity.
Support main points, assertions, arguments, conclusions, or recommendations with relevant, credible, and convincing evidence.
Synthesize evidence to demonstrate its importance to your discussion or argument.
Apply APA style and formatting to scholarly writing.
Demonstrate correct stylistic conventions, document structure, and source attributions.
Additional Requirements
Your assignment is expected to meet the following requirements:
Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
APA formatting: Resources and citations are formatted according to current APA style and formatting standards.
Resources: A minimum of six resources.
Length of paper: 4–6 double-spaced pages (not including reference list).
Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:
Competency 4: Advocate for human rights at the individual, family, group, organizational, and community system levels. (C2.GP.A)
Explain a detailed plan for enacting change to address discrimination in the selected policy or program. (C2.GP.A)
Discuss leadership skills needed to implement the plan to address discriminatory issues in the selected policy or program. (C2.GP.A)
Explain how the plan to change the policy or program will be evaluated. (G2.GP.A)
Explain how the evaluation data will be collected and managed. (C2.GP.A)
Competency 5: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of the social work profession.
Support main points, assertions, arguments, conclusions, or recommendations with relevant and credible evidence.
Apply APA style and formatting to scholarly writing.

Policy Proposal Presentation
This week, discuss your thoughts on the various types of presentations you could do to disseminate your proposal.
Here are some ideas to get you started. Choose one to respond to for the discussion this week.
What types of presentations have you done in the past, either in a professional or an academic setting? What did you learn in these previous experiences that you could apply when presenting your proposal to amend or replace the current social policy?
Call to mind one or two presentations (in any setting) that were particularly memorable for you as an audience member. What about them most impacted you? What made them so powerful? What could you take from your insights about them that you could use in preparing your proposal?
How does your culture, background, and/or experience impact your thinking about how to identify an opportunity for change and the leadership needed? How might this assist you in completing your presentation due in Week 9?
Explain which of this week’s concepts, resources, or activities is of most interest to you and your professional development. Offer some specific examples.
Please note:
Do not create your post as a reply to the pinned post. Instead, use Yellowdig’s Create option to create a new post.
Remember to practice the use of APA style for citations and references throughout the discussion activities in this course. All information not derived from your own knowledge or experience should include an in-text citation and a reference at the end of the post to show the reader where it came from.
PLEASE respond to this peer Jamie:
grew up in a suburb of New York City. I went to college in New York City and lived either in Manhattan or Chicago for most of my adult life. I now live in a rural community on the border of New York and Vermont. I notice that my small town is having “big city problems” without “big city solutions.” This is evident in many facets of small-town life, and education is not exempt. The issue is that, in the wake of twenty-first-century technological advancements, our nineteenth-century conception of education has not kept up, leading to differences between rural and urban communities regarding access to technology and teacher preparation for its optimal use in the classroom (Rinfret et al., 2022, p. 189). As you leave the village and depart into rural parts of the community, you can find remote neighborhoods that do not yet have reliable high-speed internet access. This, of course, puts students from these areas at a disadvantage. Small Vermont communities are uniting to entice internet service providers to install these services in small towns.
Vermont Takes a Regional Approach to Rural Broadband Expansion | The Pew Charitable Trusts (pewtrusts.org)
Rinfret, Scheberle, D. L., & Pautz. (2022). Public policy: A Concise Introduction.

This paper will be in APA format, Times New Roman 12-point font, at least five pages, including title page and reference page. References to the textbook are not necessary; provide evidence of your analysis of a behavioral problem using academic articles and investigative journalism. Your force field analysis charts should be integrated into the paper using Word document tools. For the RPS and Social Thinking sections, use these prompts:
Rational Problem Solving
Decide on a goal or target:
Gather information about the problem:
Generate alternative solutions:
Assess and compare alternatives: (Force Field Analyses go here)
Choose the best solution:
Develop a strategy or plan of action:
Implement the strategy:
Evaluate the results:
Social Thinking
Eliciting cognitive dissonance:
Accessing feelings:
Engaging values:
Stimulating cognition:
Obtaining information:
Internal reflection:
Use imagination to envision:
Move to action:
Closing the Circle:
Grading Criteria and Directions
Your paper will be graded on your ability to apply the steps of both Rational Problem Solving and Social Thinking to a current social problem.
Having contemplated these steps for the effects of racism on African American neighborhoods, choose another issue that places vulnerable families and communities at risk.
Trace behavioral problems like violence against Native American women, or low academic achievement related to contaminated drinking water back to their sources in organizational, institutional or systemic deviance.
After introducing the problem using current statistics and analysis of root causes, follow the format we used for Rational Problem Solving and Social Thinking and answer all prompts.
At the appropriate place, insert a Force Field Analysis for two alternative plans to address the problem.
Estimate the weights of each driving and restraining force, calculate the overall power and direction, and explain why you are choosing one alternative over the other.
Then conclude with a discussion of how you see RPS and Social Thinking complementing each other in working toward solutions to this problem.

Requirements/instructions below and attached:
1. Tell us a bit about yourself: Share your name, your
background, and what motivated you to pursue a
degree in social work. Additionally, if you have any prior experience or interest in macro-level practice or
research, please let us know. (Write about how nursing wasn’t the right path and social work was the better option holistically)
2. What social issues are you passionate about? Think about the larger societal challenges that ignite your
interest. Is it poverty, healthcare access, education,
inequality, or something else? Briefly discuss why you find this issue compelling and how you believe macro-
level social work could
make a difference. (Social issues interest 1.end of life care specifically in nursing homes 2.poverty in Washington state)
3. Initial research project idea: At this early stage, what are your thoughts on a potential research project? It could be related to a specific social issue you (my research is about single fathers and resources they may be lacking)
mentioned earlier or something entirely different. Share
a brief overview of your idea, including the problem you want to address and any initial thoughts on how you
might approach it.
4. Identifying the macro level: In the context of your
research project idea, how do you envision the macro-
level factors at play? What larger systems, policies, or institutions contribute to the issue you’re interested in?
This will help us understand how you’re thinking about the broader context.
5. Research method preferences: Research methods are the tools we use to explore and understand the
complexities of social issues. Do you have any preferences or initial thoughts about the type of research methods you might want to employ for your project? This could include quantitative methods like
surveys and data analysis, qualitative
methods like interviews and content analysis, or a mix of both.

Review the assigned Georgia voting policy, Election Integrity Act of 2021, from the Learning Resources this week.
Submit a 2- to 3-page paper that addresses the following:
Describe the social problem(s) addressed in the policy.
Which areas in the policy indicated the social problem(s) to you?
Why, as a social worker, should you be concerned with the problem(s)?
Are there other problem(s) not directly identified that might be impacted, positively or adversely, by the policy?
Which population(s) is/are impacted by the problem?
What is the relationship between the social problem(s) and the population(s)? In other words, why are some people impacted by the problem(s) when others are not?
How is/are the population(s) taken into consideration in the policy?
Summarize the excerpt from the policy that you identified as needing change.
What are the strengths of this excerpt in helping to alleviate the social problem? If you do not see any strengths, that is okay—explain why.
What are the limitations of this excerpt in helping to alleviate the social problem(s) for the population(s)?
What specific changes would you make to the excerpt to alleviate the social problem(s) for the population(s)? You can describe the changes or quote direct policy language you would change.
Georgia General Assembly: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/59827