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SOC-480

Research Proposal Presentation

Assignment Criteria

It is essential for social workers to be able to present a proposal for an effective social program that addresses specific social health issues.

You are now ready to create a Research Program Proposal presentation that focuses on the social issue you selected for this course. Imagine you have been asked to present to your community council a program that you have researched and developed.

After collecting instructor feedback on your worksheets, revise the content to use for this PowerPoint presentation. Complete the following:

Needs Assessment: – First, in this part of the PowerPoint presentation (ground campus students may be asked to complete a poster for in-class presentation), explain what you discovered from the assessment of your community. Include the following in your needs assessment:

1. Describe the social issue you selected for this proposal project as well as the target population/client. Explain how this social issue is affecting your target population/client and community stakeholders.

2. Describe the culture of your community.

3. Explain the risk factors that might be driving patterns and behaviors related to your selected social issues.

4. Explain the cultural influences on your target population/client.

5. Explain whether or not any social health resources exist within your community.

6. Describe the environmental influences on your community (food/liquor infrastructure, transportation infrastructure, recreational facilities, etc.). How are these environmental influences affecting the mental and physical health in your community?

7. Finally, describe any existing evidence-based programs or practices in your community.

Now you are ready to propose your program/project to the council.

Proposed Program: – In this part of the PowerPoint presentation, describe the program/project you are proposing by addressing the following:

Core message or theme of program: – Explain why you selected this type of program/project and the message you want to send out. Explain the theory your program/project is based on.

Target population/client: – Describe the target population/client and why you chose to focus on this population/client.

Social issue: – Describe the selected social issue affecting your community.

Program outcomes/goals: – Describe the objectives and goals of your proposed program/project. What short-term and long-term outcomes do you want to see as a result of your program/project? How will you measure/evaluate these outcomes?

Evidence-based research: – Citing two to four scholarly sources, explain how research supports your proposed program/project design and projected outcomes.

Resources: – Describe existing community resources and programs available to your target population (If children are your target population/client, be sure to provide resources for parents). Are these resources easily accessible or not?

Program Design:

Activities: – Describe the tasks/activities within your proposed program/project. Are there a range of activities and outputs? What are the desired outcomes of the program/project? How long will the program/project last?

Stakeholders: – Describe the stakeholders (schools, businesses, leaders, police, faith-based organizations, etc.) in your community. How will you engage stakeholders in your community? What are the benefits to stakeholders for participating in your proposed program/project?

Engagement: – Describe how your proposed program/project will engage and empower the participants, families, and your community.

Logistics: Explain how your proposed program/project will be organized:

Duration of program: – How long will your program/project last? Explain how you will ensure safety of participants-For example, online registration forms, confidentiality agreements, social media restrictions.

Location of program: – Describe where will your program/project occur- On a campus? In a building? In a community recreation hall? At a school? Explain how you will address possible limitations of the location.

Participants: – How many participants will your program/project allow? Is it a manageable size? How will you recruit and train volunteers? How will you involve families and community members?

Sound Management: Describe the levels of leadership required – degree level of staff, and structure of the personnel. Explain whether or not volunteers be utilized.

Sociocultural factors: – How will your proposed program/project address the cultural factors of your community?

Ethical Considerations: Describe any ethical issues (confidentiality, consent, disclosure, etc.) and how you will prepare to address and resolve those issues.

Evaluation Strategies:

Describe the evaluation methods you will use to evaluate the proposed program/project’s effectiveness during and after its implementation.

Explain how you will remain true to your program/project’s mission and vision throughout the implementation.

Explain how this program/project will be sustained following the initial implementation. Describe any available grants or other funding opportunities.

Limitations: In this section, describe the possible limitations of your community program/project. Explain how you will prepare for and address possible limitations of your program/project.

Summary: Lastly, provide a summary about your proposed program/project, goals, and how your program/project will alleviate the social issue affecting the target population/client in your community.

References: – Provide a reference slide.

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SOC-480 Research Proposal

Assignment Criteria

This assignment contains multiple parts that are due at different intervals in the course, with the final assignment due in Topic 8.

Complete each section of the assignment accordingly. You will turn in each section for instructor feedback. Once you obtain feedback, make necessary revisions.

The final draft of the Research Proposal assignment is due in Topic 8.

First, select a social issue (PTSD, teen pregnancy, alcoholism, obesity, poverty, racism, etc.) that is affecting your community. You will focus on this social issue for your research proposal throughout this course. [A social issue is a situation that, left untreated, produces a negative consequence for some group, institution or individual(s)].

Next, select between the following levels of analysis for your proposal:

· A client case study (micro level)

· Program proposal (macro level)

· Project proposal (mezzo level)

Lastly, you will use your selected social issue and level of analysis to complete each section of this assignment:

Part I: Needs Assessment

First, in order to analyze how current social issues develop and are perpetuated, you will need to assess your community regarding the social issue you selected.

Access and complete the “Needs Assessment Worksheet 1.”

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

Submit to instructor for feedback and use the feedback to revise this section.

This assignment is due by the end of Topic 1.

Part II: Cultural Competency

Social work students need to be able to explain the cultural aspect of a social issue. In order to understand this concept, complete the “Needs Assessment Worksheet 2.”

You are required to submit the assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

Submit to instructor for feedback and use the feedback to revise this section.

The assignment is due by the end of Topic 2.

Part III: Program Evaluation

In this section of the assignment, you will evaluate an existing program in order to develop a proposal for an effective program that meets the needs of a community. This assignment will help you learn this skill.

To complete this assignment correctly, access and use the “Program Evaluation Checklist” first and then use the information you gather to complete the “Program Evaluation Essay” assignment described at the bottom of the checklist.

Submit to instructor for feedback. Use this feedback to revise your work.

Both assignments are due by the end of Topic 3.

Part IV: Literature Review

In this section, you will begin to conduct research on the selected social issue:

Access and complete the “Literature Review Worksheet” to complete this part of the assignment.

Submit to instructor for feedback and use the feedback to revise this section.

This assignment is due by the end of Topic 5.

Part V: The Christian Worldview Essay

Using your selected social issue, you are to approach it through the lens of the Christian Worldview (CWV):

Example: alcoholism

Analyze how the CWV could influence prevention or evidence-based treatment strategies for clients dealing with the alcoholism.

Now, following the example, use your selected social issue to address the prompts:

In an essay (750-1,000 words), address the following:

1. Access and read the “GCU Statement on the Integration of Faith and Work” document. GCU believes that the work of the Christian should focus on helping people deal with social issues so that the human condition can flourish.

2. Explain how the Christian worldview could influence prevention and treatment strategies for clients dealing with the selected social issue.

3. Explain how a social worker with a Christian worldview could assist a client struggling with the selected social issue.

4. Explain how a social worker with the CWV can help alleviate the problems of a client living with the social issue you selected.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

Submit to instructor for feedback and use the feedback to revise this section.

This assignment is due by the end of Topic 6.

Part VI: Data collection & Analysis Rubric

In this section of the assignment, you will analyze data to support your research question and hypothesis:

You will need to analyze the data you collected by using the provided “Data Collection and Analysis Rubric.”

While APA style is not required for the body of this assessment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

Submit to instructor for feedback and use the feedback to revise this section.

This assignment is due by the end of Topic 7.

Part VII: Research Proposal Final Paper

Now that you have completed each part of the assignment, you are ready to use the outline to organize your findings into a research paper (2,000-2,500 words). Use the “Research Proposal Outline” and the revised portions of each assignment in addition to the worksheets to assist you in completing this assignment.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

Submit this assignment to your instructor by the end of Topic 8.

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SOC-480 Topic 7: Research Proposal PowerPoint Presentation Scoring Guide

REQUIREMENTS: After collecting instructor feedback on your worksheets, revise the content to use for this PowerPoint presentation. (Traditional on ground campus students may be asked to complete an in-class poster presentation). Complete the following:
Needs Assessment	POSSIBLE	ACTUAL
Described the selected social issue for this program/project as well as the target population/client. Explained how this social issue is affecting the target population/client and community stakeholders.	7
Described the culture of the selected community.	4
Explained the risk factors that might be driving patterns and behaviors related to the selected social issues.	4
Explained the cultural influences on the target population/client.	4
Explained whether or not any social health resources exist within the community.	4
Described the environmental influences on the community	4
Described any existing evidence-based programs or practices in the community.	4
Proposed Program
Core message or theme of proposed program/project: – Explained why the type of program/project was selected. Explained the theory the program/project is based on.	5
Target population/client: – Described the target population/client and why they chose to focus on this population/client.	3
Social issue: – Described the selected social issue affecting the selected community.	3
Program outcomes/goals: – Described the objectives and goals of the proposed program/project. What short-term and long-term outcomes do you want to see as a result of your program? How will you measure/evaluate these outcomes?	5
Evidence-based research: – Cited two to four scholarly sources. Explained how research supports the proposed program/project design and projected outcomes.	5
Resources: – Described existing community resources and programs available to the target population Are these resources easily accessible or not?	5
Program Design
Activities: – Described the tasks/activities within the proposed program/project. Are there a range of activities and outputs? What are the desired outcomes of the proposed program/project? How long will the proposed program/project last?	5
Stakeholders: – Described the stakeholders. Explained how stakeholders in your community will be engaged. What are the benefits to stakeholders for participating in the proposed program/project?	5
Engagement: – Described how the proposed program/project will engage and empower the participants, families, and the community.	5
Logistics
Duration of proposed program/project: – How long will your program/project last? Explained how safety of participants will be ensured.	5
Location of proposed program/project: – Described where the proposed program/project will occur- On a campus? In a building? In a community recreation hall? At a school? Explained how possible limitations of the location will be addressed.	5
Participants: – How many participants will the proposed program/project allow? Is it a manageable size? How will volunteers be recruited and trained? How will families and community members be involved?	5
Sound Management: Described the levels of leadership required – degree level of staff, and structure of the personnel. Explained whether or not volunteers be utilized.	5
Sociocultural factors: – How will proposed program/project address the cultural factors of the selected community?	5
Ethical Considerations: Described any ethical issues and how they will prepare to address and resolve those issues.	5
Evaluation Strategies
Described the evaluation methods used to evaluate the proposed program/project’s effectiveness during and after its implementation.	5
Explained how they will remain true to the proposed program/project’s mission and vision throughout the implementation.	5
Explained how this program will be sustained following the initial implementation. Described any available grants or other funding opportunities.	5
Limitations, Summary, and References
Limitations: Described the possible limitations of the proposed community program/project. Explain how they will prepare for and address possible limitations of the proposed program/project.	5
Summary: Provided a summary about the proposed program/project, goals, and how the program/project will alleviate the social issue affecting the target population/client in the selected community.	5
References: – Provided a reference slide.	3
TOTAL	130 Points

Instructor Comments:

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SOC-480 Data Collection and Analysis Rubric

In this section of the assignment, you will analyze existing data to support your research question and hypothesis. Use Table 12.3 in the textbook to assist you with completing this assignment. Remember, you are looking for a gap in services provided and a project/program solution as to how your proposal will fill that gap in services.

You will need to analyze the data you collected by using this worksheet. Use the five articles you analyzed in the Literature Review. For this assignment, five articles are required, but you may add more articles to the rubric if needed:

Data Collection and Analysis Rubric
APA 6th Edition Reference and Citation & Permalink (GCU Library permanent link):
Article 1
Article 2
Article 3
Article 4
Article 5
Article 1:
Write a 20-30 word response to the following prompt: Provide the study sample size and description for this article:
Write a 50-75-words response to the following question: What type(s) of data collection method was used? What type(s) of data analysis was used?
Write a 50-75 word response to the following prompt: Briefly summarize the findings.
Article 2:
Write a 20-30 word response to the following prompt: Provide the study sample size and description for this article:
Write a 50-75-word response to the following question: What type(s) of data collection method was used? What type(s) of data analysis was used?
Write a 50-75 word response to the following prompt: Briefly summarize the findings.
Article 3:
Write a 20-30 word response to the following prompt: Provide the study sample size and description for this article:
Write a 50-75-words response to the following question: What type(s) of data collection method was used? What type(s) of data analysis was used?
Write a 50-75 word response to the following prompt: Briefly summarize the findings.
Article 4:
Write a 20-30 word response to the following prompt: Provide the study sample size and description for this article:
Write a 50-75-words response to the following question: What type(s) of data collection method was used? What type(s) of data analysis was used?
Write a 50-75 word response to the following prompt: Briefly summarize the findings.
Article 5:
Write a 20-30 word response to the following prompt: Provide the study sample size and description for this article:
Write a 50-75-words response to the following questions: What type(s) of data collection method was used? What type(s) of data analysis was used?
Write a 50-75 word response to the following prompt: Briefly summarize the findings.
After using the rubric to analyze the data, answer the following prompts: For one of the articles you selected, answer the following prompts:
Write the title of the article. Describe the research project/program (50-75 words).
Write a possible research question and hypothesis used for the project/program you analyzed:
What data analysis strategy was used? (50 words)
Describe the results. Explain if the research question and hypothesis were answered or not. (100-150 words)
Describe connections between existing research question and results. Were any patterns found? Explain your answer. (200-250 words)

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SOC-480 Topic 7: Data Collection and Analysis Rubric Scoring Guide

REQUIREMENTS:	POSSIBLE	ACTUAL
In this section of the assignment, you will analyze existing data to support your research question and hypothesis. Use Table 12.3 in the textbook to assist you with completing this assignment. Remember, you are looking for a gap in services provided and a project/program solution as to how will your proposal will fill that gap. You will need to analyze the data you collected by using this worksheet. Use the five articles you analyzed in the Literature Review. For this assignment, five articles are required, but you may add more articles to the rubric if needed:
APA 6th Edition Reference and Citation & Permalink (GCU Library permanent link) For all 5 Articles:
APA Reference, Citation, and Permalink for Articles 1-5	5
All Articles (1-5):
Provided the study sample size and description for this article (20-30 words):	3
What type(s) of data collection method was used? What type(s) of data analysis was used? (50-75 words)	5
Briefly summarized the findings. (50-75 words):	5
Short Answer Prompts
Select one of the articles. Write the title of the article. Describe the research project/program (50-75 words).	10
Write a possible research question and hypothesis used for the project/program you analyzed:	2
What data analysis strategy was used? (50 words)	5
Describe the results. Explain if the research question and hypothesis were answered or not. (100-150 words)	15
Describe connections between existing research question and results. Were any patterns found? Explain your answer. (200-250 words)	20
TOTAL	70 Points

Instructor Comments:

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