Critically analyse the application of the theory

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Overview :

This essay requires you to analyse one social work theory that has been discussed throughout the course and critically apply this to one field of practice. These may include for example domestic violence, working with homeless men, depression experienced by young people; child protection, working with young gay men; and/or the field of practice from your own work experience. This essay requires situating your analysis in contemporary social work theory debates.

Expectation's

This essay has two parts that will inform each other. You are asked to examine one theory and argue why you think it is an appropriate theory or not to use in the field of practice you have selected. The following outline will assist in structuring the essay.

Part One: Reviewing a Theory

This should include:

- Describing the social work theory you have selected.

- Exploring influences on the development of the theory, that is, how has it historically been situated in social work, what is its relationship to social work values, purpose and professional identity.

- Exploring modern/post-modern influences of the theory.

Part Two: Applying the theory to field of practice.

This should include:

- A brief description of the field of practice - what do you know about it?

- Critically analyse the application of the theory to the field of practice, that is, explore the strengths and limitation's of the theory in relation to the field of practice.

-Your conclusion to why you think the theory is applicable or not to the particular field you have examined.

Reference no: EM13710954

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