25 Aug Construct a “statement of the problem.” Summarize the magnitude of the problem in the United States, noteworthy policies or programs designed to address the problem, and relevant research findings on “what works” to address the problem.
Select ONE of the following social problems:
Domestic violence
Gender pay (wage) gap
Child poverty
Based on the social problem you have selected, do each of the following:
Construct a “statement of the problem.” Summarize the magnitude of the problem in the United States, noteworthy policies or programs designed to address the problem, and relevant research findings on “what works” to address the problem. Your response should be 300-500 words. To help you develop this part of the assignment, select and cite 3-4 peer-reviewed scholarly sources (published within the last 3 years). Other scholarly sources or reputable trend data may also be used.
Considering your selected social problem, use Bronfenbrenner’s “Bio-Socio-Ecological Model of Human Development” to explain how influences at each level of the ecological system may have an impact on those affected by the social problem. Identify and describe two relevant social policies that have an impact on individuals or families. Your response should be 300-500 words and should cite a minimum of three peer-reviewed scholarly sources.
Considering your selected social problem, use a “strengths perspective” to describe how you might set the stage for bringing about positive change in a micro, mezzo, and macro practice setting. Your response should be 300-500 words and should cite a minimum of three peer-reviewed scholarly sources.
Considering your selected social problem, use a “social justice perspective” to explain why it is important for social workers to become actively engaged in policy-advocacy work informed by research evidence. Your response should be 300-500 words and should cite a minimum of three peer-reviewed scholarly sources.
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
Requirements: 900-1500
Statement of the Problem
8 points
Criteria Description
Statement of the Problem
5. Target
8 points
Statement of the problem is comprehensive and contains the essence of the assignment.
4. Acceptable
6.96 points
Statement of the problem is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose.
3. Approaching
6.32 points
Statement of the problem is apparent and appropriate to purpose.
2. Insufficient
5.92 points
Statement of the problem is insufficiently developed or vague. Purpose is not clear.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Statement of the problem is missing.
Problem Summary
12 points
Criteria Description
Problem Summary
5. Target
12 points
Magnitude of the problem is clearly described and supported by current data and research findings. Discussion of current policies or programs is complete and supported by authoritative sources.
4. Acceptable
10.44 points
The magnitude of the problem is correctly identified but lacking deeper insight. Discussion of current policies or programs has some authoritative support.
3. Approaching
9.48 points
Summary of the magnitude of the problem and current policies or programs is missing some detail. Sources used are credible.
2. Insufficient
8.88 points
The magnitude of the problem is discussed but may have some error. Some current policies or programs are discussed. Some sources have questionable credibility.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Summary of the magnitude of the problem or current policies or programs is omitted.
Ecological System Impact
16 points
Criteria Description
Ecological System Impact
5. Target
16 points
The Bio-Socio-Ecological Model of Human Development is expertly applied to explain how influences at each level of the ecological system may have an impact on those affected by the social problem. Description of relevant social polices significantly contributes to the explanation and has authoritative sources.
4. Acceptable
13.92 points
The application of the Bio-Socio-Ecological Model of Human Development is accurate and has some detail. Relevant social policies are well described but are not integrated into overall explanation. Some sources are authoritative.
3. Approaching
12.64 points
The Bio-Socio-Ecological Model of Human Development is applied correctly but with few details. Relevant social policies are identified, but description is minimal. Sources used are credible.
2. Insufficient
11.84 points
The application of the Bio-Socio-Ecological Model of Human Development is questionable. Relevance of social policies is weak or absent and sources have questionable credibility.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
The Bio-Socio-Ecological Model of Human Development is not discussed.
Strengths Perspective
16 points
Criteria Description
Strengths Perspective
5. Target
16 points
A strengths perspective is masterfully used to describe setting the stage for positive change in all levels of a practice setting.
4. Acceptable
13.92 points
A strengths perspective is well described in setting the stage, but a few details are lacking.
3. Approaching
12.64 points
A strengths perspective is used to describe setting the stage for positive change, but some details are unclear or missing.
2. Insufficient
11.84 points
A strengths perspective is poorly utilized in describing ways to bring about change.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Use of a strengths perspective is not discussed.
Social Justice Perspective
16 points
Criteria Description
Social Justice Perspective
5. Target
16 points
A social justice perspective is skillfully used to emphasize the importance of social workers actively engaging in policy-advocacy.
4. Acceptable
13.92 points
A social justice perspective is aptly used to emphasize the importance of engaging in policy-advocacy, but a few details are lacking.
3. Approaching
12.64 points
A social justice perspective is used to emphasize the importance of engaging in policy-advocacy, but some details are unclear or missing.
2. Insufficient
11.84 points
A social justice perspective is poorly utilized in emphasizing the importance of engagement in policy-advocacy.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Use of a social justice perspective is not discussed.
Mechanics of Writing
4 points
Criteria Description
Includes spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, language use, sentence structure, etc.
5. Target
4 points
No mechanical errors are present. Skilled control of language choice and sentence structure are used throughout.
4. Acceptable
3.48 points
Few mechanical errors are present. Suitable language choice and sentence structure are used.
3. Approaching
3.16 points
Occasional mechanical errors are present. Language choice is generally appropriate. Varied sentence structure is attempted.
2. Insufficient
2.96 points
Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors are present. Inconsistencies in language choice or sentence structure are recurrent.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Errors in grammar or syntax are pervasive and impede meaning. Incorrect language choice or sentence structure errors are found throughout.
Format/Documentation
8 points
Criteria Description
Uses appropriate style, such as APA, MLA, etc., for college, subject, and level; documents sources using citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., appropriate to assignment and discipline.
5. Target
8 points
No errors in formatting or documentation are present. Selectivity in the use of direct quotations and synthesis of sources is demonstrated.
4. Acceptable
6.96 points
Appropriate format and documentation are used with only minor errors.
3. Approaching
6.32 points
Appropriate format and documentation are used, although there are some obvious errors.
2. Insufficient
5.92 points
Appropriate format is attempted, but some elements are missing. Frequent errors in documentation of sources are evident.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Appropriate format is not used. No documentation of sources is provided.
