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:
- Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior.
- Advance Human Rights and Social, Racial, Economic and Environmental Justice
- Engage Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ADEI) in Practice.
- Engage in policy practice.
- Engage with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Introduction | 20% |
| Self-Assessment | 25% |
| Toolbox Project | 15% |
| Class Participation/Book Club | 10% |
| Critical Reflection on Community Engagement | 30% |
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:
Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes, arrive on time, and be prepared for class by reading the text and other assigned readings. It is expected that students will contribute actively to the overall classroom learning experiences through significant class participation. Since most social work classes meet only once a week, students should not regularly miss classes. Students are allowed two excused absences for any reason (i.e. illness, emergencies, etc). After the two excused absences are used, additional absences will impact the student’s final grade in the following way:
3 days absent = 5 points off final grade
4+ days absent = Decrease in letter grade.
Students who miss three or more days may be administratively withdrawn from the course. Students need to be mindful of how many classes they are missing and that the BSW Program Faculty reserves the right to administratively withdraw students who have missed three or more days.
Arriving 15 minutes late or leaving 15 minutes early will result in no points being awarded for the day. Please communicate with the instructor before the weekly classes if you have technology issues or any health concerns that might affect your class attendance.
Please review the UNCG Attendance Policy for more information and guidance
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.