Explain the role and social position of the social worker in working with the client in the case study.

Use the same case study that you chose in Week 2. (Remember, you will be using this same case study throughout the entire course). Use the “Dissecting a Theory and Its Application to a Case Study” worksheet to help you dissect the theory. You do not need to submit this handout. It is a tool for you to use to dissect the theory, and then you can employ the information in the table to complete your assignment.

To prepare:

  • Review and focus on the same case study that you used in Week 2.
  • Review the websites and guides for developing PowerPoint skills found in the Learning Resources.
  • Use Personal Capture to record the PPT slides on your screen and your audio as you present the information. You will then use Kaltura Media to upload this recording to the assignment link.

Submit a narrated PowerPoint presentation using Kaltura Media that includes 11 to 12 slides.

  • Each slide should be written using bullet points, meaning no long paragraphs of written text should be in the slides.
  • The recorded audio takes the place of any written paragraphs, while the bullet points provide context and cues for the audience to follow along).

Your presentation should address the following:

  • Identify the presenting problem for the case study you selected. (Remember the presenting problem has to be framed from the perspective of role theory. For example, the presenting problem can be framed within the context of role functioning).
  • Identify all the relevant roles assumed by the client.
  • Analyze the social expectations and social and cultural norms revolving around the role, social position, and role scripts of one of the roles assumed by the client.
  • Explain the role and social position of the social worker in working with the client in the case study.
  • Describe how the role(s) and social position(s) assumed by the social worker will influence the relationship between the social worker and the client.
  • Identify three assessment questions that are guided by role theory that you will ask the client to better understand the problem.
  • Identify and describe two interventions that are aligned with the presenting problem and role theory.
  • Identify one outcome that you would measure if you were to evaluate one of the interventions you would implement to determine if the intervention is effective.
  • Evaluate one advantage and one limitation in using role theory in understanding the case.

Write a reflection of your observations and interview, focusing on literacy development, assessment strategies, and the use of data to guide instruction.

Allocate at least 4 hours in the field to support this field experience.

Literacy development among emergent readers is a critical component of the early childhood classroom. Data collection is key to the success of a literacy program. Using data to drive instructional practices demonstrates purposeful and targeted teaching methods.

During this field experience, observe a Pre-K to 3rd grade classroom. Focus on what literacy interventions look like in the classroom. In preparation for Clinical Field Experience B, informally assess the literacy skills or needs of students. Work with the mentor teacher to identify three small groups of students with 2-3 students per group. There should be no overlapping among these groups.

After the observation, interview the mentor teacher about literacy development, assessment strategies, and the use of data to guide instruction. In addition, discuss the process for selecting the groups, and the rationale behind the activities, including any data involved in the decision-making process.

Use any remaining field experience hours to assist the teacher in providing instruction and support to the class.

Write a reflection of your observations and interview, focusing on literacy development, assessment strategies, and the use of data to guide instruction.

In your interview, include questions covering the following:

  • How do you plan lessons/activities based on the current literacy development of your students?
  • How do you modify assessments to understand the comprehension level of students at different literacy levels?
  • How do you know if a student does not understand the material and how do you change your immediate instruction to help with the learning?
  • How do you use assessment data to create learning groups or to modify lessons to meet the needs of all learners?

Based on the reading on how to advocate for PWD provide examples of how you could advocate for PWD on a local, national and global level (provide an example for each).

1) Based on the reading on how to advocate for PWD provide examples of how you could advocate for PWD on a local, national and global level (provide an example for each). For example explaining to your friends that the word “retarded” is not appropriate to use would be a local level example. 2) Provide an example of where you saw PWD advocating for themselves in the video(s) this week? 3) What needs to change in our society to begin eliminating stigma around disability? How can advocacy help with this? 4) Give an example of when you have been an advocate for others. 5) People with disabilities are often portrayed as superhuman or courageous as they triumph over adversity in their daily life (disability porn). We may also feel inspired and motivated by seeing PWD accomplishing goals such as playing sports, working, living alone, etc. PWD are just like you and I and labeling PWD as inspirational may seem nice but only serves to make the person without the disability feel good about themselves. Part of advocacy is raising awareness about this among others. This week, pay attention to your environment and provide an example of where you have seen disability porn or an example of a PWD being seen as inspirational for doing an activity others thought they couldn’t. Write about what you saw and then identify how you could be an advocate and use this example to educate others on how this is actually negative towards PWD. video to watch

Choose one macroeconomic concept you applied in your final project. Explain how it helps describe the economic outcomes of the decade you researched.

Over the past seven weeks, we have explored different decades of US history and applied principles of macroeconomics to their outcomes. Take this time to share what you have learned with your classmates. In your initial post, respond to the following:

  • Choose one macroeconomic concept you applied in your final project. Explain how it helps describe the economic outcomes of the decade you researched.

Explain how your interpretations compare or contrast as you share any new insight you have gained from each colleague’s contribution.

Explain how your interpretations compare or contrast as you share any new insight you have gained from each colleague’s contribution. You are encouraged to post your required replies earlier in the week to promote more meaningful and interactive discourse in this discussion forum. I have provided login information for Ashford University. Post 1 Brandon C Hello class, My name is Brandon Chastain and I am very excited to be taking this class because history is my favorite subject and it was always interesting to me growing up. Originally I was born and raised in a little city called Rome down in Georgia, However, I am currently living in Florida. I am an HVAC technician for the Air Force but I am applying to retrain to a training manager due to my pursuit of a degree in Human Resources. Currently, I am working on my last class for my associate’s degree and I will then start my bachelor’s. I hope to one day become an officer in the future. I have a beautiful wife named Venus and a little boxer puppy named Maya. My personal hobbies include basketball, drawing, playing video games and, going on bike rides. Out of the 5 images of monuments that were presented in the instructions, I personally find monument number 4 to be the most interesting. I would guess that it is a tomb of an ancient civilization somewhere in the middle east. One thing is clear, the civilization that built this was definitely far more advanced for the time they were living in. They were most likely dominating the section of the world they were residing in. I would also guess that the monument was most likely built during the Sumerian era. I would not know how they built it or what materials were needed, however, given how long ago this was built I would assume that basic rocks/ bricks were used to build this. As far as what this monument was used for I am betting it was used as a tomb of their dead kings or maybe a religious site. All in all, this is a beautiful structure and shows how creative and innovative ancient human civilizations were. Post 2 Luke N My name is Luke Nagele. I am 35 years old and live in Tucson, Arizona. I have a beautiful wife, we have been married for eight years now, and we have been together for 11 years. I also have a 13-year-old son. I am currently in the U.S. Air Force Reserves. I have spent six years in active duty and nine years in the reserves with a total of 15 years so far. My wife and I love to ride motorcycles and SCUBA dive. My wife is a rider as well. We have been on over ten cross country trips together on our motorcycles. The most memorable trip we took was riding from Tucson, AZ to Sturgis, South Dakota for the 75th motorcycle rally in 2015. I know we live in a desert; however, the ocean is only 5 ½ hours south of us. My wife and I try to go diving at least twice a year. We have only dove in two locations, Mexico and Belize. However, we have dove in Mexico on over seven different trips. Of the five photos of monuments; I choose the first one, the bridge. The function of the first monument is the connect one piece of land to another that is divided by water or terrain that it is not easy to maneuver through or not accessible for any given reason. This monument is built from earth which can be brick, stones, rocks or dirt. When its built from bricks, rock or stone it is a lot harder to build but it can last longer than wood, as wood will rot over time. This bridge has arches which is common in stone, rock and brick structures. This design has been used for over 2000 years, and is still common in the 21st century.

Describe how your plan fits into either a single subject curriculum or how it connects as an interdisciplinary plan.

Using any methods, such as mind-mapping, lists, flowcharts, or other graphics, think about what your class and lesson plans will involve. You do not need to include everything from this section in your mini assignments but will use this section to help inform your decisions and have a rough road map of what your class and lesson plans are based upon.

What would you like to teach? Think of subjects, activities, lesson hooks, and other items that you might want to include in your lesson.
Is your lesson plan part of a single subject plan or is this interdisciplinary?
Include that factors that affect what you can teach, such as class size, time for lesson, re-sources, and classroom space.

Class Description
Describe the demographic section of your lesson plan. This piece is longer than a real class room lesson plan, because your peers need to understand the setting and students in your class. Describe the school setting and environment. Describe the students’ demographics, including age, gender, socioeconomic class, ability levels (gifted), students with disabilities, and English Language Learners. Include any other pertinent information about the classroom, such as unusual schedules or other staff who are part of the classroom.
What are at least three potential advantages to teaching this mix of students?
What are at least two potential challenges to teaching this mix of students?

Defining Scope
Define the time necessary to teach your lesson. What classroom/school resources can you use in your lesson, such as a computer lab, science lab, Smartboard, manipulatives, space in your classroom for circle time, or breakout groups?
Describe how your plan fits into either a single subject curriculum or how it connects as an interdisciplinary plan.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

Create a lesson plan that outlines objectives and the instructional and assessment strategies.

How are the major premises of the mainstream economics and industrial relations schools consistent with Figure 2.2?

1. Mother Jones, a colorful figure in U.S. labor history who will be introduced in chapter 3, said in 1913, “The world is suffering, today, from an industrial yellow fever, not less fatal, but I am certain, as preventable.” Yellow fever was caused by mosquitoes, so Mother Jones continued, “Search for the mosquito! That ought to be a slogan with investigators on both sides of the labor question.” What is the mosquito that causes the labor problem in each of the four schools of thought?

2. How are the major premises of the mainstream economics and industrial relations schools consistent with Figure 2.2? (Picture uploaded) How would you change the label on the gun to make this into a mainstream economics cartoon? An industrial relations cartoon?

3. Think of jobs you or someone you know has had. What was undesirable about these jobs? Was the pay too low? Hours too long? Were you treated poorly? Which of the four schools of thought best explains the causes of these undesirable aspects? What would you try to do to redress these undesirable features?

4. How should the workplace be governed? Why?