Course Description
Examination and understanding of cultural and human diversity with focus on oppressed groups. Students will have the opportunity to learn about broad differences and likenesses among diverse populations and cultures. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in SWK 215; major or minor in social work.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Students will apply the NASW Code of Ethics when reflecting on their work with diverse and/or vulnerable populations.
- Students will use reflection and self-regulation to manage personal values and maintain ethical and professional behavior when interacting with diverse and/or vulnerable populations.
- Students will apply their understanding of client and/or community positions of power, privilege, oppression, diversity, vulnerability, and strengths related to social, economic and environmental justice and human rights.
- Communicate understanding of the importance of diversity and difference in shaping life experiences in practice at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels.
- Present themselves as learners and engage clients and constituencies as experts of their own experiences.
- Apply self-awareness and self-regulation to manage the influence of personal biases and values in working with diverse clients and constituencies.
- Students will identify how policies related to social justice, such as human rights and environmental policies, affect vulnerable populations.
- Students will reflect on ability to engage with individual clients, organizations, and/or communities comprised of diverse and/or vulnerable populations.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Introduction | 15% |
| Self-Assessment | 25% |
| Toolbox Project | 15% |
| Class Participation/Weekly Book Club | 15% |
| Critical Reflection on Community Engagement | 30% |
In-Class Participation (contributes 15% to the final grade)
Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 95% - 100% | A |
| 90% - 94% | A- |
| 87% - 89% | B+ |
| 83% - 86% | B |
| 80% - 82% | B- |
| 77% - 79% | C+ |
| 73% - 76% | C |
| 70% - 72% | C- |
| 67% - 69% | D+ |
| 63% - 66% | D |
| 60% - 62% | D- |
| 59% and below | F |
Attendance/Participation:
In-Class Participation (contributes 15% to the final grade)
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.