This article presents results of a qualitative study of values development in U.S. and Scottish social work students who participated in a study-abroad program. Six themes emerged: opening the mind to new ways of thinking; awareness and insight into one's own values and beliefs; social awareness and challenges to societal values and beliefs; appreciation of difference, cultural sensitivity, and anti-discriminatory practice; social justice; and professional identity development. Implications for social work study-abroad programs and future research are discussed.

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Study abroad and values development in social work students

There has been a longstanding tension between the domains of micro and macro practice in social work practice and academic programs. A set of structural and interpersonal tensions can be identified as interfering with accurate perceptions of the underlying continuity of social work practice that is reflected in the mission of the profession. This analysis addresses this tension by defining the elements needed for the integration of micro and macro practice in the form of community-centered clinical practice. A set of cross-over skills are identified along with recommendations for improved agency operations and professional education related to the integration of micro and macro social work practice.

Community-Centered Clinical Practice: Is the Integration of Micro and Macro Social Work Practice Possible?

Social work educators face the enormous challenge of preparing students to tackle the complex realities they will face in professional practice In this conceptual article, the author argues for the informed use of self-efficacy theory as one pragmatic guide for the design of teaching methods uniquely suited to social work practice Research concerning the known sources of self-efficacy is reviewed and recommendations for how this research can be applied in social work education is presented The strengths and limitations of self-efficacy theory in the context of social work perspectives and values are also discussed

Using Self-Efficacy Theory in Social Work Teaching

Social work educators face the enormous challenge of preparing students to tackle the complex realities they will face in professional practice. In this conceptual article, the author argues for the informed use of self-efficacy theory as one pragmatic guide for the design of teaching methods uniquely suited to social work practice. Research concerning the known sources of self-efficacy is reviewed and recommendations for how this research can be applied in social work education is presented. The strengths and limitations of self-efficacy theory in the context of social work perspectives and values are also discussed.

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Teaching notes: using self-efficacy theory in social work teaching

This article explores the history of the person-insituation concept in social work practice, identifies difficulties in integrating the concept in practice theories, and explores how philosophical innovations have informed a more integrated approach to social work theory. The potential impact of the convergence of integrating subjective and objective phenomena in philosophy with integrating the person and environment perspective in clinical theory is discussed.

Person-In-Situation: History, Theory, and New Directions for Social Work Practice

Preface Acknowledgments Chapter 1 An Integrated Approach to Clinical Practice Theoretical Base for Clinical Social Work Practice The Integrative Model The Practice Class as Laboratory The Integrative Journal Clinical Supervision: The Learning Alliance Faculty Field Advisement Evidence-Based Practice Summary Learning Assignment References Chapter 2 Key Issues in Clinical Practice Brief Treatment Research Perspectives Models of Brief Treatment The First Meeting The Working Relationship Selection Criteria Ethics and Boundaries Sexual Relationships with Clients Other Dual Relationships The Suicidal Client Guidelines for Assessing Suicide Providing Safety Child and Adolescent Suicide Managed Care Ethical Dilemmas under Managed Care Opportunities under Managed Care Confidentiality and Technology: HIPAA Fee for Service The Client in a System of Care Spirituality and Religion International Social Work Therapist Self-Care Summary Learning Assignments References Chapter 3 The Clinical Interview:The Process of Assessment Beginning, Middle, and End Stages of Treatment The First Meeting Introductions Why Is the Client Here? Confidentiality Answering Personal Questions The Therapeutic Relationship Transference and Countertransference The Real Relationship and the Working Alliance Resistance Using These Concepts in Practice The Case of Dan-The Beginning The Middle Stage of Treatment Middle Phase Treatment Issues The Ending Phase of Treatment Ending with Dan Summary Learning Assignments References Chapter 4 The Psychosocial Study:The Product of Assessment Preparing the Psychosocial Study A Psychosocial Model Outline A Sample Psychosocial Study: The Case of Vincent, Age 7, a Traumatized Child Summary Learning Assignments References Chapter 5 Multi-cultural Practice Cultural Competence Multicultural Clinical Practice Cultural Trauma Roles for Cross Cultural Therapists Theoretical Models of Treatment Example of Culturally Competent Practice: The Case of Pan Example of Culturally Specific Practice: Research across cultures Skilled Dialogue The Research Summary Learning Assignments References Chpater 6 Object Relations Theory:A Relational Psychodynamic Model The Work of Melanie Klein The Internal Object: The Subjective Experience Splitting and Projective Identification The Internal Object and Child Abuse The Internal Object and Internalized Oppression The Work of Ronald Fairbairn The Internalized Bad Object: The Environmental Influence Introjection and Self-Blame Trauma Bonding The Work of Harry Guntrip The Internalized Good Object Object Loss and Ego Weakness The Work of Donald Winnicott The Internal Object(s) and Interpersonal Relationships The Transitional Object The Interpersonal School Eight Stages in Object Relations Theory and Practice The Significance of the Therapeutic Relationship Object Relations Theory and Brief Treatment Case Example: Object Relational Therapy Research Perspectives Summary Learning Assignments References Chapter 7 Self Psychology:A Relational Psychodynamic Model Self Psychology as a Theoretical Framework Empathy The Role of the Therapist in Self Psychology Self Psychology and the Treatment of Children and Adolescents Self psychology and Learning Disorders in Children and Adolescents Self Psychology and the Elderly Self Psychology and Brief Treatment Case Example: Brief Treatment of an Individual from a Self Psychological Perspective Summary Learning Assignment Chapter 8 Relational Theory Introduction The Therapeutic Relationship Transference and Countertransference Techniques of Relational Therapy Cultural Relational Theory Mutual Empathy Relationship Authenticity Relationship Differentiation Self empathy Cultural Relational Theory and Women's Groups Group Example: Women's Support Group-New Connections Relational Theory and Diversity Clinical Example of Cultural Relational Practice: The Case of Carol A Black Identity Development Model The Case Summary Learning Assignments References Chapter 9 Cognitive Theory:A Structural Approach History and Definition The Therapeutic Relationship Client Characteristics A Structured Approach Rational Emotive Therapy The ABCs of RET Frequent Disturbances in Thinking Beck's Model of Cognitive Therapy Testing of Automatic Thoughts Techniques in Practice Case Example:Cognitive Treatment for Anxiety Summary Learning Assignments References Chapter 10 Behavior Therapy:A Structural Approach Definition Behavioral Assessment The Therapeutic Relationship Cognitive Behavior Therapy Case Example: A Behavioral Approach to Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Summary Learning Assignments References Chapter 11 Narrative Therapy:A Postmodern Approach Constructivism as a Conceptual Framework for Narrative Therapy The Language of Narrative The Structure of Narrative: Narrative as Metaphor The Deconstruction of Narrative Externalizing Conversations Therapeutic Strategies Re-authoring Positions Definitional Ceremony Therapeutic Documents Cross-Cultural Counseling Case Example: The G. Family Relational Narrative Therapy Narrative Theatre Research Perspectives Summary Learning Assignments References Chapter 12 Solution-Focused Therapy: A Postmodern Approach The Editorial Reflection Post-Assessment Session and Self-Reflection Solution-Oriented Family Assessment Interdisciplinary Collaboration Solution-Focused Strategies Case Example: Initial Meeting with the Drew Family Crisis Intervention Research Perspectives Summary Learning Assignments References Chapter 13 Clinical Practice with Children and Adolescents Developmental Assessment Child Psychopathology The Clinical Interview With the Parent(s) With the Child or Adolescent Learning Disturbances Play Therapy Case Example Behavioral Therapy Case Examples Summary Learning Assignments References Chapter 14 Integrating Research and Practice Evidence-Based Practice Research Methods for Clinical Practitioners Single-System Design Methodology Qualitative Research How Knowledge Is Constructed The Researcher as Instrument Data Collection and Data Analysis Case Example Summary Learning Assignments References Index

Clinical Social Work Practice: An Integrated Approach

Theory and Practice: An Integrative Model Linking Class and Field.

An enormous challenge faces social work educators as we prepare for the twenty-first century. Most significant is the scramble to understand and respond to contemporary challenges, notably managed health care and welfare reform. The authors present the conceptualization and implementation of an advanced generalist concentration curriculum. Teaching strategies and assignments in a MSW academic and field curriculum are used to illustrate the integration of knowledge necessary to a three-tiered model of practice at the micro, mezzo and macro levels. Finally, results of an alumni survey are presented that lend credence to our contention that graduates are well-prepared to function effectively in today's practice environment.

Joan Granucci Lesser

Papers

Clinical Social Work Practice: An Integrated Approach

Theory and Practice: An Integrative Model Linking Class and Field.

Advanced Generalist Practice

A Comparative Cross-Cultural Study of Depression and Help-Seeking Behavior Among Older Chinese Adults in Boston and Guangzhou, China