Summer 2026 SOWK 588 Week 01a - Introduction to Advanced Policy Practice

A presentation at Heritage University in May 2026 by Jacob Campbell and is tagged with Heritage University, MSW Program, SOWK 588

Capitol building stands amidst lush greenery. Text overlay: 'Introduction to Advanced Policy Practice, Summer 2026 SOWK 588.' Photo credited to Seeker.moc on Flickr. Mention of Jacob Campbell, PhD LICSW, Heritage University.

Slide displaying a course overview: left text lists agenda items like 'Course Syllabus,' 'Textbooks,' and 'Assignments.' Right side features a detailed Heritage University syllabus sheet. Learning objective: 'Understand significant assignments and general flow.'

Textbooks are displayed with orange arrows pointing to two covers: '$2.00 a Day' and 'Rebooting Policy Analysis.' The right section highlights 'Helpful Resources' with library guides and 'Eagle Search.' Text includes 'Summer 2026 SOWK 588 - Introduction to Advance Policy Practice.'

Assignments slide lists key tasks for a Policy Analysis Advocacy Project, including a paper and presentation, weekly discussions, class sessions, and two take-home exams. Summer 2023, SCWK 588 course.

'Policy Analysis Paper' title appears on a presentation slide. Text describes project goals: understanding social issues, ethical analysis, applying theory, recommendations. Included items are: social issue research, human rights analysis, policy theory application, and advocacy.

The image is a rubric titled 'Policy Analysis Paper and Competency 2 Practice Behaviors Rubric.' It includes criteria such as identifying social issues, analyzing related rights, and organization, each with descriptions under 'Highly Developed.'

The slide displays the title 'Policy Advocacy Presentation' in bold blue text. It includes a list of sections: Introduction, Policy Analysis, Advocacy Strategy, Implementation Plan, and Conclusion. It explains developing advocacy presentations, with a note: 'builds on your written policy analysis.'

**Object**: Rubric slide**Action**: Lists criteria and descriptions**Context**: Evaluating a policy advocacy presentation for competency in practice behaviors, categorized under 'Highly Developed.' Key areas include comprehensive problem statement, policy analysis, advocacy strategy, implementation, conclusion, and professionalism.**Text**: - **Criteria**: - Comprehensive problem statement - Policy analysis connects efforts and stakeholders - Compelling advocacy strategy - Actionable implementation plan - Clear conclusion - Professional presentation that is well organized- **Descriptions**: - Detailed overview and understanding of root causes. - Thorough assessment of policy effectiveness and stakeholder identification. - Clear goals, audience, and emotional resonance. - Implementation details and realistic outcomes. - Concise summary and reflection on impacts. - Structure, engagement, and professionalism.- **Footer**: Summer 2023, SOCW 688, Instructor's name, University affiliation.

Dr. Jacob Campbell

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Description

Welcome to the start of SOWK 588, Advanced Policy Practice. This video focuses on what to expect during the summer semester, including the course, the syllabus, and the significant assignments you will be doing. There is a second presentation that will be shared that includes the learning content for this week and will be used during our synchronous class session.

Summer 2026 SOWK 588 Week 01a - Introduction to Advanced Policy Practice

Dr. Jacob Campbell

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