SW 420 - Human Behavior And The Social Environment

Institution:

University of Kentucky

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Description:

This course provides the social work student with knowledge of behavioral science at the individual, family, small group, community, and societal levels in the context of diversity of ethnic background, race, gender, social class, sexual orientation and culture in a pluralistic society. The course will deal with the interrelatedness of the biological, psychological, social, cultural and environmental factors influencing human behavior, and their relevance and application to generalist social work practice. Theoreticalapproaches are presented to describe, explain, and predict human behavior and development, as well as to inform and guide social work practice. A variety of learning experiences are provided students, including lecture, small group discussion, observational exercises, and case analyses. The course utilizes social work knowledge as well as sources from other fields, including human development, personality, family theory, small groups, organizations, communities, and cultural diversity. The ecological perspective provides the unifying framework for the integration of these areas of study. Prereq: Open to social work majors.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uky.edu

Phone Number:

(859) 257-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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