Theory Analysis Paper Unit 15: Introduction (1 of 4) Unit 15: Reading and Activi

Theory Analysis Paper
Unit 15: Introduction (1 of 4)
Unit 15: Reading and Activities (2 of 4)
Current Assignment: Unit 15: Assignment Theory Analysis Paper (3 of 4)
Unit 15: Discussion Theory Analysis (4 of 4)
Instructions
For this assignment you will write a 8-10 page paper that follows these requirements:
Critically examine 3 theories to determine how the theories help you understand clients in your specialization area.
One (1) theory must be related to diversity, gender, intersectionality, or oppression. The other 2 theories can be your choice.
Describe the focus of the theories.
Describe the advantages and limitations of the theories.
Detail how the theories prepare you to engage, assess, and intervene with individuals, families, and groups in your specialization area.
Please use the following headings for your paper:
IntroductionIntroduce why theory is important in understanding clients and social work practice.
Describe your area of specialized practice and they clients you will work with in your practicum setting (mental health, medical, children, families and aging services)
Theory 1: [Theory Title]Describe the focus of the theory
Strengths and Limitations of (theory)
Describe the advantages, limitations of the theory, include diversity Competency 2
Applications to Practice: Engagement
Discuss how the theories prepare you to engage with clients Competency 6
Discuss how theoretical frameworks assist you in the assessment of client processes and outcomes Competency 7
Discuss interventions strategies derived from of each theory Competency 8
Theory 2: [Theory Title]Describe the focus of the theory
Strengths and Limitations of (theory)
Describe the advantages, limitations of the theory, include diversity Competency 2
Applications to Practice: Engagement
Discuss how the theories prepare you to engage with clients Competency 6
Discuss how theoretical frameworks assist you in the assessment of client processes and outcomes Competency 7
Discuss interventions strategies derived from of each theory Competency 8
Theory 3: [Theory Title]Describe the focus of the theory
Strengths and Limitations of (theory)
Describe the advantages, limitations of the theory, include diversity Competency 2
Applications to Practice: Engagement
Discuss how the theories prepare you to engage with clients Competency 6
Discuss how theoretical frameworks assist you in the assessment of client processes and outcomes Competency 7
Discuss interventions strategies derived from of each theory Competency 8
Syntheses of information – Preparation for PracticeDescribe how will you use this knowledge to help you prepare for your field practicum. Competency 1
RequirementsUse proper APA 7th edition formatting.
Cite all sources in APA format.
Include an APA formatted title and references page (not included in the page total).
Use current, properly formatted in text citations within the last five years to support your work.
Complete this assignment and submit it to this assignment dropbox by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 8 hours
Rubric
MSW600 Unit 15 Theory Analysis Paper Rubric
MSW600 Unit 15 Theory Analysis Paper Rubric
CriteriaRatingsPts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCompetency 2Engage in Diversity and Difference in Practice
Describe the intersection between dimensions of diversity
10 ptsHighly Proficient
Thoroughly explain the intersection between dimensions of diversity are consistently clear and always well explained. Relationships between concepts and ideas are discussed fairly and always synthesized in a logical fashion with strong, well-founded supporting arguments.
9 ptsModerately Proficient
The intersection between dimensions of diversity. are clear and well explained. Relationships between concepts and ideas are discussed fairly and synthesized in a logical fashion with well-founded supporting arguments.
8 ptsProficient
The intersection between dimensions of diversity are reasonably well explained. Discussion and arguments are, for the most part, supported with research and/or resource materials that are pertinent, valid, and reliable relationships between concepts, and ideas are discussed.
7 ptsLow-Level Proficiency
The intersection between dimensions of diversity basic ideas and concepts are presented; however, they are under-developed and poorly explained. There is minimal evidence of a relationship between ideas and concepts. Discussion and arguments are not fully supported
6 ptsNot Proficient
Some basic ideas and concepts are started, but not developed. There is no identifiable relationship between ideas and concepts.
0 ptsDid Not Complete
There are no developed ideas or concepts. There is no supporting research.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCompetency 6 Engagement with individuals, families, communitiesapply a range of social work theories (lifespan development, behaviorism, and trauma-informed practice) to create and maintain effective engagement with clients
20 ptsHighly Proficient
Exceptional application of theoretical framework to engage with clients. All discussion and arguments are thoroughly supported with research about theories and application to specialization area, resource materials that are pertinent, valid, and reliable.
18 ptsModerately Proficient
Proficient application of theoretical framework to engage with clients Discussion and arguments are supported with research about theories and application to specialization area, and/or resource materials that are pertinent, valid, and reliable
16 ptsProficient
Application of theoretical framework to engage with clients present. These could be further strengthened with additional research about theories and application to specialization area, or resource materials.
14 ptsLow-Level Proficiency
Emerging application of theoretical framework to engage with clients no additional research or research about theories and application to specialization area, is pertinent and valid is produced.
12 ptsNot Proficient
Attempted application of theoretical framework to engage with clients There is little or no application of research or any
0 ptsDid Not Complete
No discussion and/or supporting research
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCompetency 7 Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communitiesutilize relevant theories of human behavior to inform their assessment of and intervention with clients experiencing concerns
20 ptsHighly Proficient
Exceptional application of all discussion of assessment strategies are thoroughly supported with research about theories and application to specialization area, and/or resource materials that are pertinent, valid, and reliable.
18 ptsModerately Proficient
Proficient application of discussion of assessment strategies supported with research about theories and application to specialization area, and/or resource materials that are pertinent, valid, and reliable
16 ptsProficient
Application of theories to inform assessment could be further strengthened with additional research about theories and application to specialization area, or resource materials.
14 ptsLow-Level Proficiency
Emerging application of additional research or research about theories and application to specialization area, is pertinent and valid is produced.
12 ptsNot Proficient
Attempted application of There is little or no application of research or any.
0 ptsDid Not Complete
No discussion and/or supporting research
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCompetency 8 Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communitiesuse theoretical frameworks such as crisis- and trauma-focused intervention strategies where appropriate
20 ptsHighly Proficient
Exceptional application of theoretical frameworks that informs interventions. All discussion and arguments are thoroughly supported with research that informs and improves service delivery and/or resource materials that are pertinent, valid, and reliable.
18 ptsModerately Proficient
Proficient application of Exceptional application of theoretical frameworks that informs interventions. Discussion and arguments are supported with research that informs and improves service delivery and/or resource materials that are pertinent, valid, and reliable
16 ptsProficient
Application of Exceptional application of theoretical frameworks that informs interventions. These could be further strengthened with additional research that informs and improves service delivery or resource materials.
14 ptsLow-Level Proficiency
Emerging application of Exceptional application of theoretical frameworks that informs interventions. additional research or research that informs and improves service delivery is pertinent and valid is produced.
12 ptsNot Proficient
Attempted application of Exceptional application of theoretical frameworks that informs interventions. There is little or no application of research or any.
0 ptsDid Not Complete
No discussion and/or supporting research
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCompetency 1Demonstrate increasing levels of autonomy and proficiency in clinical social work practice
10 ptsHighly Proficient
Application of theories to inform practice are consistently clear and always well explained. Relationships between concepts and ideas are discussed fairly and always synthesized in a logical fashion with strong, well-founded supporting arguments.
9 ptsModerately Proficient
Application of theories to inform practice Ideas and concepts are clear and well explained. Relationships between concepts and ideas are discussed fairly and synthesized in a logical fashion with well-founded supporting arguments.
8 ptsProficient
Application of theories to inform practice Ideas and concepts are reasonably well explained. Discussion and arguments are, for the most part, supported with research and/or resource materials that are pertinent, valid, and reliable relationships between concepts, and ideas are discussed.
7 ptsLow-Level Proficiency
Application of theories to inform practice Basic ideas and concepts are presented; however, they are under-developed and poorly explained. There is minimal evidence of a relationship between ideas and concepts. Discussion and arguments are not fully supported.
6 ptsNot Proficient
There is limited or only some basic ideas and concepts started, but not developed. There is no identifiable relationship between ideas and concepts.
0 ptsDid Not Complete
There are no developed ideas or concepts. There is no supporting research.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting
10 ptsHighly Proficient
The paper exhibits a superior command of written English language conventions. The presentation has no errors in mechanics, grammar, or spelling.
9 ptsModerately Proficient
The paper exhibits a strong command of written English language conventions. The presentation has no errors in mechanics, grammar, or spelling that impair the flow of communication.
8 ptsProficient
The paper exhibits command of written English language conventions. The presentation has minor errors in mechanics, grammar, or spelling that impact the flow of communication.
7 ptsLow-Level Proficiency
The paper exhibits a limited command of written English language conventions. The presentation has frequent errors in mechanics, grammar, or spelling that impede the flow of communication.
6 ptsNot Proficient
The paper exhibits little command of written English language conventions. The presentation has errors in mechanics, grammar, or spelling that cause the reader to stop and reread parts of the writing to discern meaning.
0 ptsDid Not Complete
The paper does not demonstrate a command of written English language conventions. The presentation has multiple errors in mechanics, grammar, or spelling that cause the reader difficulty discerning the meaning.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Formatting
10 ptsHighly Proficient
The required APA elements are all included with correct formatting, including in-text citations and references.
9 ptsModerately Proficient
The required APA elements are all included with minor formatting errors, including in-text citations and references.
8 ptsProficient
The required APA elements are all included with multiple formatting errors, including in-text citations and references.
7 ptsLow-Level Proficiency
The required APA elements are not all included and/or there are major formatting errors, including in-text citations and references.
6 ptsNot Proficient
Several APA elements are missing. The errors in formatting demonstrate limited understanding of APA guidelines, in-text-citations, and references.
0 ptsDid Not Complete
There is little to no evidence of APA formatting and/or there are no in-text citations and/or references.
10 pts
Total Points: 100