SWK 322 International Social Work
This course introduces basic concepts in the exploration of globalization, human development, global social issues, international social welfare and its impacts on local conditions. Students will be introduced to the tools needed to understand, appreciate, evaluate, and apply the body of knowledge relevant to practice of social work in international and global settings, and in connection to the global perspective of the Catholic Church. The practice of critical thinking will enable students to develop their abilities to evaluate research studies, apply findings to practice, and evaluate practice outcomes.