SOWK 425 Discussion Board Forums (4)
Discussion boards are collaborative learning experiences. Therefore, the student is required to create a thread in response to the provided prompt for each forum. Each thread must be 250–350 words and demonstrate course-related knowledge. In addition to the thread, the student is required to reply to at least 2 classmates’ threads. Each reply must be 200–250 words. The thread and replies must contain at least 1 reference in current APA format and use biblical integration where appropriate.
(CSWE, Competency 1, 2, and 3).
SOWK 425 Theory and Concept Paper
The student will write a 2–3-page research-based paper on a current theory or concept surrounding global social work. The paper must include at least 1 current reference, published within the last 5 years, in current APA format.
( CSWE, Competencies: 6, 7 and 8).
SOWK 425 Book Review
The student will read the Smreck text and complete a 2–3-page Book Review in current APA format. The review must contain at least 2 references to the book as well as the course textbook or Bible.
(CSWE, Competencies 2 and 3).
SOWK 425 PowerPoint Presentation
The student will submit a narrated PowerPoint presentation of 10–15 slides that focuses on a special topic related to international social work. The topic must be cleared by the instructor in advance via email. The presentation must include at least 4 references to the course textbook, scholarly journal articles, and/or the Bible. Colorful graphics and themes must be used on 4–8 slides, and the presentation must be 5–10 minutes. References must be in current APA format.
(CSWE, Competencies: 1, 2, and 3).
SOWK 425 Disaster Plan
The student will locate and review a disaster response plan for his/her community or organization in the event of terrorism or armed conflict. Based on his/her findings, the student will write a 2–3-page response paper outlining the disaster plan and how social work plays a role in the plan. At least 1 reference is required.
(CSWE, Competencies: 7, 8, and 9).
SOWK 425 Survey
The student will answer 4 short-answer questions on the topic of social work.
(CSWE, Competency 9).