Required DSW Coursework
Leadership in Social Work and Evidence-Informed Practice
4 Credits - Course Number SOWK 9951
Learning Objectives:
Integrate multiple theories and evidence-based conceptual frameworks of leadership Understand social work leadership in evidence-based practices Learn, analyze, and critique various styles of leadership using a multicultural perspective Identify and evaluate one’s preferred leadership style
Applied Practice Gain: Conduct a systematic review of EBP and/or leadership within APP Demonstrate the ability to evaluate one’s personal effectiveness as a leader
Social Work Theory, Practice Models & Methods
4 Credits - Course Number SOWK 9961
Learning Objectives: Develop a theoretical platform and practical implications of social work practice, research, and values Identify social issues central to the student’s area or population of interest Develop a critical frame for applying social systems theory to relevant social issues and research
Applied Practice Gain:
Link theory to APP and guiding research Create a manuscript introduction
Portfolio Planning Seminar — Module 1 Online platform and APP Consideration
1 Credit - Course Number SOWK 9992
Applied Practice Gain:
Create online portfolio and develop CV draft with existing experience Identify potential APP areas based on portfolio
Historical and Current Policy Approaches to Social Welfare (SW 9972 & -01)
4 Credits - Course Number SOWK 9971
Learning Objectives:
Develop comprehensive knowledge of the background and history of social policy Critically analyze policies using Bardach’s “Eightfold Path” model Understand policy, service delivery, and the nature of power and control in the political and legislative process, with a special emphasis on disenfranchised populations and social work values
Applied Practice Gain:
Link historical and policy approaches to APP Update/modify introduction section
Quantitative Methods and Measurement for Services Outcome Research
4 Credits - Course Number SOWK 9941
Learning Objectives:
Locate, critically analyze, and design selected potential outcome measure Locate, critically analyze, and design selected research designs in outcomes research Move students forward in conceptualizing and designing their required APPs
Applied Practice Gain:
Develop research questions for project Draft quantitative methods section for APP
Portfolio Planning Seminar — Module 2 APP Specification
1 Credit - Course Number SOWK 9992
Applied Practice Gain:
Finalize initial CV Create a concept map with potential APP
Program and Clinical Evaluation SUMMER RESIDENCY = 4 days
4 Credits - Course Number SOWK 9955
Learning Objectives:
Acquire skills useful in conducting action research with community organizations Further develop a critical frame for designing real-world program and clinical evaluations Apply program evaluation and outcomes research design skills to a local agency
Applied Practice Gain: Identify program evaluation options central to APP topic Develop program evaluation plan and applied research skills central to participatory research
Introduction to Qualitative and Interpretive Approaches to Human Inquiry
4 Credits - Course Number SOWK 9942
Learning Objectives: Identify theoretical and technical challenges in conducting qualitative data collection Understand the importance of qualitative methods for program evaluation and outcome research Conduct interview and transcribe the interview Qualitative data analysis and coding schemes
Applied Practice Gain: Develop research questions for project Draft qualitative methods/results section for APP
Portfolio Planning Seminar — Module 3 Proposal Writing
1 Credit - Course Number SOWK 9992
Applied Practice Gain:
Asynchronous Work Learn techniques for proposal and abstract writing. Draft, finalize, and submit proposal for APP, including research questions and timeline
Social Work Pedagogy and Curriculum Development
4 Credits - Course Number TBD
Learning Objectives: Increase proficiency in the process of learning and teaching, especially linking to the CSWE Core Competencies Identify philosophies of adult education and strategies to enhance learning in the classroom, with a special emphasis on incorporating diversity content and conflict resolution in the classroom Develop specific teaching skills, including curriculum/syllabus design, lecture preparation, assignments, and evaluation
Applied Practice Gain: Develop a teaching philosophy and portfolio Create curriculum and learn effective presentation skills
Advanced Practice Project Development Seminar I: Research Ethics
4 Credits - Course Number SOWK 9993
Learning Objectives:
Develop an understanding of ethical requirements and pragmatic considerations in the development of a research proposal through becoming knowledgeable about the IRB process Develop a manageable research and poignant and concise literature review relevant to stated research question Further identify relevant and manageable methods appropriate for addressing stated research question
Applied Practice Gain:
Develop a draft of Tulane IRB
Portfolio Planning Seminar — Module 4 Understanding Peer Review
1 Credit - Course Number SOWK 9992
Applied Practice Gain:
Learn techniques for journal selection, submission, and peer review process Draft manuscript outline
Applied Social Statistics
4 Credits - Course Number SOWK 9943
Learning Objectives:
Understand data management, storage, and ethics Develop critical framework for secondary and publicly available macro data sets Identify appropriate variables and levels of measurement Learn descriptive and inferential statistics useful in program evaluation and outcome research
Applied Practice Gain:
Develop results section for APP manuscript Identify statistics appropriate for APP
Nonprofit Management, Fundraising, Board & Workforce Development
4 Credits - Course Number TBD
Learning Objectives:
Articulate the theoretical foundations that affect the growth of and external influences on the nonprofit sector Understand different management aspects, roles of boards, strategic planning, and fundraising ethics for nonprofit management Perform basic analyses of financial information provided by nonprofit entities, including budgetary calculations, cost allocation techniques, capital planning, and operational needs
Applied Practice Gain:
Agency Leadership
Portfolio Development Seminar — Module
1 Credit - Course Number SOWK 9992
Learning Objectives:
APP advising
Applied Practice Gain:
Review timeline, progress, and changes needed
Community Advocacy and Participatory Research for Applied Practice
1 Credit - Course Number TBD
Learning Objectives:
Identify and describe theories and relevant models of effective community practice theoretical models for community organization Learn the community-based participatory research (CBPR) approach to advocacy Identify advantages and disadvantages of CBPR as a method for approaching study and action to address social problems Describe similarities and differences between participatory evaluation and participatory research
Applied Practice Gain:
Community leadership Further develop program evaluation plan and applied research skills central to APP
Advanced Practice Project Development Seminar II: Grant Writing
5 Credits - Course Number SOWK 9995
Learning Objectives:
Understand the fundamental components of a grant proposal, such as the abstract or summary, background and significance, specific aims/goals and objectives, project design and methods, sustainability, assessment, broader impacts, dissemination, budget, budget justification, and cover letter, as well as the overall grant submission process Learn how to locate available funding opportunities Develop the skills needed to develop competitive grant proposals Prepare a complete grant proposal to an agency of the student’s choice
Applied Practice Gain:
Develop grant application based on topic of interest
Portfolio Development Seminar — Module 2 Finalize APP projects
1 Credit - Course Number SOWK 9992
Applied Practice Gain: Asynchronous Work
Learn techniques for succinct scholarly writing Draft APP reports
Portfolio Development Seminar — Module 3 Submit APP
1 Credit - Course Number SOWK 9991
Applied Practice Gain:
Submit drafts for feedback Submit manuscript Submit finalized secondary report
Portfolio Development Seminar — Module 4 Webinar APP Defense
1 Credit - Course Number SOWK 9991
Applied Practice Gain:
Learn techniques for scholarly presentation and dissemination Defend projects and knowledge gain