This course presents advanced topics in both micro and macro social work practice. The topics may include emerging cross-cutting practice methods, advanced application of methods covered in other required methods courses, and applications of methods in specific populations.
The term “post-truth,” the Oxford Dictionaries 2016 Word of the Year, reflects an era where everyone is a few clicks away from information that supports any goal, belief, or outcome desired whether or not that information is factual. Evaluating information and recognizing “fake news” is a critical skill for everyone. For social workers, advocates, policy makers, and others responsible for human well-being, it’s essential to find reliable data and other evidence to promote best practice and avoid the dangers of inaccurate information. Skill in locating and evaluating information can also help a practitioner work with clients and others who bring incorrect information into an interaction. This mini-course will address the following:
Understanding the phenomenon of fake news in the information landscape
Building strategies for spotting fake news
Addressing best approaches to locate “real” news
Learning how to fact-check data and statistics
Ways in which information is organized, structured, and delivered to support the dominant social narratives in the U.S.
Other SW796 Offerings
The course listings below are provided for reference only. These offerings may be subject to changed of cancellation.
| Course Section | Meeting Time | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 001 | 05:00 pm-08:00 pm | View Course |