This course presents advanced topics in macro social work practice. The topics may include emerging macro practice issues and advanced application of specific methods.
Course Topic
Social Media for Social Change
This minicourse teaches participants to use social media as a tool for community organizing. Participants will use the internet and social networks as easily integrated spaces designed to share information with peers and provide quick ways to organize communities and increase the reach of a group’s voice. This minicourse covers the following topics: (1) Relationship building via Facebook & Twitter; (2) Facebook content for organizers; (3) Blogging—hosts and content ideas; (4) Twitter content for organizers; (5) Use of video; (6) Mobile social networking; (7) Location-based social networks; (8) Online safety; (9) Discussions of: “safe” spaces online, online dialogue, and traditional organizing methods. Core competencies including critical thinking, social justice, and social equity are also examined and discussed in detail.
Other SW799 Offerings
The course listings below are provided for reference only. These offerings may be subject to changed of cancellation.
| Course Section | Topic | Meeting Time | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 006 | Immigration Enforcement, Human Rights, and Social Justice | 9:00 am-5:00 pm | View Course |
| 004 | Using Photovoice for Individual and Community Empowerment | 5:00 pm-8:00 pm | View Course |
| 003 | Philanthropy and Evaluation | 9:00 am-5:00 pm | View Course |
| 002 | Understanding Diversity and Social Justice through Dialogue | 9:00 am-5:00 pm | View Course |
| 001 | Jewish Philanthropy | 1:00 pm-4:00 pm | View Course |