Spring 2026 SOWK 487w Week 01 - Introduction to Theories of Practice II

A presentation at Heritage University in January 2026 by Jacob Campbell and is tagged with Heritage University, BASW Program, SOWK 487w

A wooden chair sits on a wooden floor, with three similar chairs dimly visible in the background. Text: 'Theories of Practice II: Working with Groups and Families' and course details, 'SOWK 487.'

Land Acknowledgment slide: Heritage University recognizes traditional Yakama lands. Text honors Yakama, Palouse, and other tribes. It's at Columbia Basin College in Pasco on the Cayuse, Umatilla, Walla Walla lands.

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Slide displays 'Week 1 Agenda and Learning Objectives' for 'Introduction to Theories of Practice II,' listing activities like initial activity, class discussion, and syllabus review. Objectives include understanding SOWK 487w, experiencing group activities, and forming teams. Text notes Jacob Campbell, Ph.D., at Heritage University and SOWK 487w Spring 2026.

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Dr. Jacob Campbell

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Description

In week one, we are focused on getting set up for SOWK 487w Theories of Practice II. We will look at understanding the class format, reviewing the syllabus, and generally getting started for the semester. Theories of Practice II’s premise is connecting philosophies of practice for working with therapeutic and task groups and families. The agenda for this week is as follows:

Initial activity
Discuss class
Review syllabus

Learning Objectives for the class session include:

Understand the SOWK 487w course and its expectations for the semester.
Experience two group icebreaker activities that could be used in their own groups
Determine teams for group assignments