17 Oct Journal #6 Human Rights & Justiceiter Choice
Order Instructions
Journal #6 Human Rights & Justice
Instructions: Be sure to copy and paste the following questions into a Word doc, and provide your response under each question.
1) After reading Chapter 6, discuss the ways social problems addressed by your agency are examples of social, economic, or environmental injustice. What human rights issues are related to these social problems? (Be sure to provide a specific example from your practicum.) (My practicum is with mental health at dyess afb in the adapt department)
2) Based on the macro-level theory (second theory) you were assigned, how might that theory play out in your agency and work with clients? (Describe thoroughly with examples.) (the theory i was assigned is Behavioral theory which consist of
Focuses on changing, modifying, and/or eliminating behavior
Conditioning- classical, operant
Helper’s role is more of a coach and instructor
Positive/negative reinforcement
Social learning theory- modeling other people’s behavior
Used to predict how a person will react to a certain situation
Behavior theory is more focused on changing behavior specifically instead of changing the thought process behind the behavior
Intertwines with CBT in assessment of “understanding clients’ behavior problems”)
3) Based on the “sources of knowledge” identified in Chapter 17, why is it important to include all sources of knowledge in social work practice? Which source of knowledge so you struggle with the most? Why? How might you improve? (Be specific with at least one example.)
4) What was the most surprising thing you learned from these chapters regarding human rights and social justice and leadership? Why? (Give specific examples.)
Rubric
Final Journal Rubric
Final Journal Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvidence of Critical Thinking Skills
Exhibits critical thinking abilities and provides specific examples on how he/she is applying these skills
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeApplication of Text/Resources
Uses and applies content from texts and lectures to demonstrate understanding
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExhibits Self-Reflection and Creates Plans for Improving
Student identifies strengths, weaknesses, and identifies specific ways (a plan of action) on how to improve.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMaintains Professional Tone in Writing
Student is using professional writing skills consistently and does not use slang or confusing language. Considers his/her audience as supervisors or colleagues.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar/Usage/Spelling/Punctuation
Student clearly proofreads and provides correct usage, sentence structure and other technical writing skills.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvidence of Preparation/Time Management
Appears student thought thoroughly and deliberately through each question. Student responds to all questions and thought through each answer. No vague or brief responses.
10 pts
Total Points: 100
use the following book for reference and to complete the assignment
Garthwait, C. (2019). The social work practicum: A guide and workbook for students (8th ed.). Boston: Pearson.
