Fall 2026 SOWK 590 Week 01 - Getting Settled with Advanced Seminar I

A presentation at Heritage University in August 2026 by Jacob Campbell and is tagged with Heritage University, MSW Program, SOWK 590

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The image shows a presentation slide divided into two sections: 'Agenda' listing activities, and 'Learning Objectives' outlining goals for recognizing experiences, analyzing practicum, and practicing mindfulness. It includes:AgendaWeek 01- Getting settled for SOWK 590 and 595- Mindfulness activity, box breathing- Picking topics for student-led discussions- Getting Caught Up in the ELC- Practice Learning Reflection GroupLearning Objectives- Students will recognize the shared experiences of peers in their practicum and be able to use the group as a method for sharing and problem-solving.- Students will analyze their practicum experience, reflecting on how it connects to their development and demonstration of competence.- Students will actively practice a mindfulness activity.

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Dr. Jacob Campbell

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Description

Welcome to SOWK 590 (and 595). Practicum is the signature pedagogy of social work, and I think often the most impactful part of a student’s academic career in social work. I’m happy to go through it with you. In the first class, we will have an opportunity for questions and practical steps in your practicum, pick groups and topics for the student-led discussions, engage in a mindfulness activity, and discuss group norms for our practicum reflection group. This week is a synchronous week, with class on Saturday (08/29/26). We meet in Petrie Hall RM 1116 from 12:45 PM to 2:15 PM. I also made a video talking through the syllabus and course content for both classes.

We will have the following agenda:

Getting settled for SOWK 590 and 595
Mindfulness activity, box breathing
Picking topics for student-led discussions
Getting Caught Up in the ELC
Practice Learning Reflection Group

The learning objectives this week include:

To identify the structure of this course, the assignments used to facilitate learning and demonstrate competency, and what to expect this semester.
Students will recognize the shared experiences of their peers in the practicum and be able to utilize the group as a method for sharing and problem-solving.
Students will analyze their practicum experience, reflecting on how it connects to their development and demonstration of competence.
Students will actively practice a mindfulness activity.