St, Paul University Philippines Tuguegarao City GRADUATE SCHOOL LEARNING PLAN Program: Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) Course Code: SW 1 @ Course Title:Social Work Theory and Philosophy of Human Development and Practice Credit Units:3 Course Pre-requisiteNone Course Description: This course deals with theories, concepts and b applications of these into actual practice. It is designed to help the soci iefs principles and values related to social work and human development as well as jorker understand people, analyze human problems and situations, ‘work practice and human development jowledge and skills in problem solving and assessment acr cepts, principles and values of social work and all levels of intervention ificance in understanding ies, small groups and commun jentele systems ty more creative , charism and communi wative Social Worker\M EDUCATIONAL O CTIVES ‘A student of the degree, Master of Science in Social Work is expected to: «demonstrate skills and competence in the theory and practice of social work «pursue academic excellence through training for competent profes © demonstrate expert lev 1 in the various social work methods o communities generate and in high ethical standards in the social work profession equipped wi ervention to actual si trong scientifie orientation ional problems among individual, groups and through manifestations of high morale, and motivations in the development of strong sense of commitment andALIGNMENT OF PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIV Objectives VITH THE SPUP VISION AND MISSION SPUP VISION- MISSION KEY CONCEPTS A” student of the degree, Master of Science in Social Work is expected to: CONPE- TENT AND, RESPONSI BLE CITIZENS ‘QUALITY CATHOLIC PAULINIAN FORMATION "ACADEMIC EXCEL- LENCE RESEARCH CONMU- NITY SERVICE ‘COMPASSION. ATE CARING RESPON SIVE AND, INNOVAIVE, MANAGE- MENT PROCESSES e demonstrate 3 work is and competence in the theory and practice of 2ipursue academic excellence through training for competent profession equipped with strong scientific orientation 3. demonstrate expert level of knowledge in the various social work methods of intervention to actual situational problems among | individual, groups and communities 4. generate and sustain high ethical standards in the social work profession 3. maintain the respect and trust of the community through Qanifestations of high morale, and motivations in the development Of strong sense of commitment and responsible citizenship for national development~ emphasizing evidence-informed practice, strengths approach, diversity, social ith full range of social syst @ demonstrate ability to practice effectively and justice, empowerment, and a critical thinking perspective @ demonstrate critical understanding 0 ty for leadership positions, as well as engaging life long leaming act nw global and organizational contexts of soi prove profess T work practice and are prepared to assume the responsi jonal knowledge and skills «¢ demonstrate critical understanding of professional social work and be prepared for advanced level of concentration by valuing social work history and the integration of social work knowledge sry in order to enhance client-well_ being «demonstrate ability to integrate micro and macro practice, policy and research into the area of service d‘Alignment of Progi Educational Objectives with Program Outcomes Program Qutcomes Program Educational Objectives "K sadent of the degree, Master of Science in Social Work car: PEOT[_PEO? | PEOs | PEO4 | PEOS_ «demonstrate ability to practice effectively and ethically with full range of soc j ji : : : Spstcins, emphasizing evidence-informed practie, strengths approach, diversity, social justice, empowerment, and a critical this © demonstrate critical understanding of how global and organi ional contexts of social work practice and are prepared to assume the responsibility for leadership I ! t t t | positions, as well as engaging life long learning ac! professional knowledge and fe «demonstrate ofessional social work and be prepared for} ) i / i advanced level of concentr work history and the integration of social work knowledge | | 6 demonstrate ability to integrate yy and research into | 1 I ! 1 the area of service delivery in order to enhance client-w |Program Graduate Attributes: © wae. Intended Learning Outcome Topics/Course Content | Teaching Learning Assessment Resources | (Lo) z Activities Task (AT) Construction of Social Work Theory | Targe-proup discussion ‘Atemative — form — of | brary assesoment like: resources Small -group sharing Group presentation of | handouts different | ions of sociat put into practice gained 0 Large -group 6 hours ip presentation ge on the core element situational in| Situational Analysis analysis, > effectively their \s as case managers 4. Knowledge Base of Social Work | Small-group sharing ©) > manifest competence and the Practice necessary skills requiredof a social worker Be the differences of social | Il. Social Work Theory-based Practice [Independent Learning: | hours | Oral presentation of | library work theories Library research their research output | resources > determine the uses of these Behavioral therapy theories in social work practice ive-behavioral Therapy Small-group sharing hhand-outs Case Analysis and presentation powerpoint presentation |. Family Therapies mall Group Theories‘Assessing Social Work Theories 1. Different uses of theot 2. Changing theoretical social context 3. Theoretical trends 4, Important shared features of social work theories responses to | Thanifest competence in case | IV.Concepts and Processes in Enhancing {Large -group discussion | @hours | Case Analysis and | library management and diagnosing a | Problem Solving presentation resources problematic situation 1. The Nature of Social Work Situational Anal assess themselves as competent | 2. Clientele System hand-outs and effective social workers | 3. Principles and Code of Ethics of | Small-group sharing explain the process in ‘ocial Work power point enhancing problem solvin: 4, Relevant Filipino Vaiues and Practices presentation identify and understand ways of | V. The Environmental Interventions Independent Learning: | hours | Oral presentation of | library improving the environments of | 1. Effects of mismatch between Library research their research output | resources clients and Environmental Resources | discuss interventions to enhance | 2. Enhancing Intrafamilial Relationships hhand-outs the social and physical | 3. Enhancing Support Systems environments of people. 4. Moving Clients to a different power point Environment presentation ‘explain the perspective of | VI. Existentialism and Man's Search for | Independent Learning: |6hours | Oral presentation of | library humanistie-existential theory Meaning Library research their research output | resources 1. Humanist’ and Existential Social Work Model ‘Small-group sharing hhand-outs 2. Philosophy of the Just Man 3. The “Existential Fulcrum”. ‘The | Case Analysis and Case Analysis and | power point Philosophy of Who am | presentation presentation presentation 4,_‘The Mystery of bs = HE eee | eet _| understand the meaning, nature | VIL. The Philosophy of Love independent Learning: | Ghours | Oral presentation of | brary and existence of man Man and Freedom rary research their research output | resources discuss man’s philosophy in life Man's Search for Justice and its implication to social Man in relation to others and God Large-group discussion Case Analysis and | hand-outs work presentation e = ee power pointCc c > understand and manage | VIII. Enhancing Motivat Independent Learning. 6 hours Oral presentation of | library clientele’s rational reactions 1. Managing Rational Reactions and Library research their research output | resources > discuss effective ways of Obstacles to Change enhancing client’s motivation 2. Challenges in Working with Involuntary | Small-group sharing hand-outs > present a case on managing Clients Case Analysis and rational reactions and impact to| 3. Resolving Negativism and Hostility | Case Analysis. and presentation power point change 4, Cultivating Hope | presentation presentation Course Requirements: © Active Participation in Class Discussion © Research Output presenta © Case Analysis © Case presentation © Written Final Exam Grading System: © Class Standing 20% @ Final Examination 40% © Project/Research Output 40% References: Akhtar, Farrukh (2013) Mastering social work values and ethics Beckett, Chris (2010) Assessment and intervention in social work: preparing for practice Burofe (2011). The Meaning of Human Existence A Historical Approach to Philosophy Cox, David (2013) International social work: issues, strategies and programs Holosko, Michael J. (2013) Social work practice with individuals and families Jean A.King/Louie Stevahn (2013). Interaciive Evaluation Practice. Mastering the Imerpersonal Dynamies of Program Evaluation Maboloc. (2010). Ethics and Human Dignity«© Miley, Karla (2013) Generalist social work practice: an empowering approach «© Muho Sara Louise (2010), Ethics and Organizational Practice «Newman, David M. (2010). Dictionary of social work .The handbook of social work «Pierson John (2010). Dictionary of social work. The handbook of social work « Ranol (2010). Introduction to Philosophy 2 ed. ‘© Riggall, Sally (2012) Using counseling skills in social work + Sheafor, Bradford W. (2012) Techniques and guidelines for social practice ‘« Tabotabo. (2011). Standards of Human Conduct: Ethics for Filipinos © © Tabotabo. (2011).Jntroduction to Social Philosophy * Worsley, Aidan (2013) Key concepis in social work practice Zulueta. (2010). Introduction to Philosophy. On-line Resources:(further readings) Social work theories-Buzzle www.buzz: Social work theoriesflashcards/Quiz;et/ quizlet com/53 1 7socialwork-theories-flash-cards The Social Work lodcast Theories for Clinical social work social workpadcastblogspot.comy/ ..08/theories @ Pirate: pedulawt EVA‘C. DELA CRUZ, DPA