case study 313 final

TOPIC = Choose 1 case study to base your essay/case study analysis on (NB. case studies will be provided after Week 4)

In your essay you will analyse the case study and critically evaluate the theoretical approach and intervention/s that you would use as a practitioner working with this scenario.

Support your ideas and proposed approaches to practice using your learning in this Unit. You can choose one or more of the theoretical models learned throughout this course to prepare your essay. For example: Strengths Based Approaches, Attachment Theory, Systems/Ecological approach and Anti-Oppressive practice.

Your essay should include consideration of:

• The social work/practitioner role and the likely organisational context of the service/s involved in the case study.

• Who is your primary client and consideration their significant others(e.g carers, extended family, friends, peers) when working in partnership in this case.

• What are your initial thoughts about the case study and what you would take into consideration preparing to work with the people in the case study?

•  How do theory and models of practice help you to understand the situation?

• How does your understanding of theory and models of practice influence the approach you might take with the case study. Outline how you would work with the people in this scenario.

• Critically evaluate your chosen approach to working with the client using literature.

Assignment Marking Criteria:

The essay will be assessed against the following criteria:

Analysis/Argument (60%)

Demonstrated understanding of key concepts, theories or perspectives covered within the unit learning materials in respect to application to the case study (e.g. Strengths Based Practice; Attachment Theory; Trauma Informed Practice; Ecological Systems theory; Anti-Oppressive Practice etc.)

Application of concepts reflecting critical analysis of the case study and chosen practice approach.

Use of clear framework in response to the case study and assessment task

Key concepts, debates and issues identified

Critical reflection on the topics

Topics are discussed in adequate depth and use sources and literature relevant to topic

Evidence of wide reading

 

Structure/Organisation (20%)

A clear essay structure has been used to put forward a central argument in response to all elements of the assessment task. The essay reflects sound use of paragraphs with a logical flow between sections.

 

Clarity of Expression (10%) Correct spelling/punctuation, sound sentence structure and succinct writing. Written expression clearly conveys meaning. 

 

Adherence to Academic Writing Style including references (10%) Sound use of literature throughout. References are correctly and consistently presented. Sources are adequately acknowledged. A minimum of 10 references (APA 6TH) is required for this assessment.