306339 (v.1) Social Work 522 - Social Development
| Area: | Department of Social Work and Social Policy |
| Credits: | 25.0 |
| Contact Hours: | 3.0 |
| Seminar: | 1 x 3 Hours Weekly |
| Syllabus: | History of colonialism and dependency, theories and models of development, concepts of foreign aid policies of structural adjustment, poverty alleviation and appropriate social development. Working with marginalised groups in the developing world. The role of local initiatives and the non-governmental movement. Examination of development initiatives through a critical evaluation of case studies. Empowerment of peoples' alliances through social action. |
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| Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit, students will have- An understanding of the theories and models for development. Demonstrated the ability to understand the evolution of social development. Seen the role of the development worker as a catalyst in social development. Developed the skills to work with marginalised groups. Used critical reflection for innovative development practice. |
| Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information. |
| Unit References: | Hoff, M.D and McNutt, J. G (eds.), (1994), The Global Environmental Crisis: Implications for Social Welfare and Social Work, Aldershot, U.K, Avebury. Jackson, S and Preston-Shoot, M, (1996), Educating Social Workers in a Changing Policy Context, London:Whiting and Birch. Hokensted, M.C, Khinuka, S.K and Midgley, K. (eds.), Profiles in International Social Work, Washington, NASW. Appleyard, R.T, (1989) The Impact of Migration in Developing Countries, OECD, Paris. Karl, M (1995), Women and Empowerment, Zed, London. Mayadas, N.S, Watts, T.D and Elliott, D (eds.), (1997) International Handbook Work Theory and Practice of Social, Westport; CT Greenwood Press. Midgley, J (1997), Spaces of Globalisation: Reasserting the Power of the Local, New York, Guildford Press. Harcourt, W, ( ed ), (1994), Feminist Perspectives on Sustainable Development, London, Zed Books. |
| Unit Texts: | Ekins, P. (1992), A New World Order; Grassroots movements for global change. London, Routledge. |
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| Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Major paper 70%, Tutorial presentation and paper 30%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | | | Y | |
Current as of: February 2, 2004
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