Learning Resources
Required Readings
Birkenmaier, J., & Berg-Weger, M. (2018). The practicum companion for social work: Integrating class and fieldwork (4th ed.). New York, NY: Pearson.
Chapter 6, Social Work Practice in the Field: Working with Individuals and Families (pp. 117-154)
Savaya, R., & Gardner, F. (2012). Critical reflection to identify gaps between espoused theory and theory-in-use. Social Work, 57(2), 145“154.
Optional Resources
Click the following link to access the MSW home page, which provides resources for your social work program:
MSW home page
Assignment 1: Week 4 Blog
Refer to the topics covered in this weeks resources and incorporate them into your blog.
By Day 3
Post a blog post that includes:

An explanation of potential challenges for assessment during your field education experience
An explanation of personal action plans you might take to address assessment in your field education experience