Developing a Program Evaluation

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Assignment: Developing a Program EvaluationTo ensure the success of a program evaluation, a social worker must generate a specific detailed plan. That plan should describe the goal of the evaluation,

Assignment: Developing a Program Evaluation
To ensure the success of a program evaluation, a social worker must generate a specific detailed plan. That plan should describe the goal of the evaluation, the information needed, and the methods and analysis to be used. In addition, the plan should identify and address the concerns of stakeholders. A social worker should present information about the plan in a manner that the stakeholders can understand. This will help the social worker receive the support necessary for a successful evaluation.
To prepare for this Assignment, identify a program evaluation you would like to conduct for a program with which you are familiar. Consider the details of the evaluation, including the purpose, specific questions to address, and type of information to collect. Then, consider the stakeholders that would be involved in approving that evaluation. Review the resources for samples of program evaluations.
Submit the following:
· A 1-page stakeholder analysis that identifies the stakeholders, their role in the agency and any concerns that they might have about the proposed program evaluation
· A 2-page draft of the program evaluation plan to submit to the stakeholders that:

  • Identifies the purpose of the evaluation
  • Describes the questions that will be addressed and the type of information that will be collected
  • Addresses the concerns of the stakeholders that you identified in your Stakeholder Analysis

References (use 3 or more)
Dudley, J. R. (2014). Social work evaluation: Enhancing what we do.(2nd ed.) Chicago, IL: Lyceum Books.

  • Chapter 1, “Evaluation and Social Work:      Making the Connection” (pp. 1–26)
  • Chapter 4, “Common Types of Evaluations”      (pp. 71-89)
  • Chapter 5, “Focusing an Evaluation” (pp.      90-105)

Document:Logan, T. K., & Royse, D. (2010). Program evaluation studies. In B. Thyer (Ed.), The handbook of social work research methods(2nd ed., pp. 221–240). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage. (PDF)
W. K. Kellogg Foundation. (n. d.). W. K. Kellogg foundation evaluation handbook.Retrieved October 8, 2013, from http://www.wkkf.org/knowledge-center/resources/2010/w-k-kellogg-foundation-evaluation-handbook.aspx

  • Chapter 3, “Three Levels of Evaluation” (pp.      14–18)
  • Chapter 5, “Planning and Implementing      Project-Level Evaluation” (pp. 47–104)

Illustrate the major components of the nervous system

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Create a PowerPoint presentation (9-12 slides) that outlines the basic functions of the brain and nervous system. Be sure to address the following issues in your presentation: Brain: Illustrate the ma

Create a PowerPoint presentation (9-12 slides) that outlines the basic functions of the brain and nervous system. Be sure to address the following issues in your presentation:
Brain: Illustrate the major lobes of the brain as well as the areas in the sub-cortex.

  1. A brief description of the function of each component should be included.
  2.  Show the gross anatomy of the brain.
  3. Show both the neurons and various types of glial cells.
  4. Identify the structure of a neuron.

Nervous System: Illustrate the major components of the nervous system (Central/Peripheral, Autonomic/Somatic, and Sympathetic/Parasympathetic). Also, include the basic functions of each section, along with the basic functions of neurons.

  1. Show the gross anatomy of the nervous system
  2. Show synaptic transmission Explain what happens to cells during an action potential

Speaker notes, of 50-75 words, are required for each slide. The title and reference slide do not count toward the total slide count.
You are required to use a minimum of four to six scholarly resources.
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

the way drugs   affect the brain

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Create a 7-12-slide PowerPoint Presentation about the way drugs   affect the brain. Include the following in your presentation: Title and reference slide A description of the     effects of ad

Create a 7-12-slide PowerPoint Presentation about the way drugs   affect the brain. Include the following in your presentation:

  1. Title and reference slide
  2. A description of the     effects of addiction on the components of the central nervous system     and other organs
  3. A description of the process of   neurotransmission
  4. Detailed speaker notes that include what     would be said if giving the presentation in person
  5. At least     two scholarly sources

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment,   solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources   should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be   found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to   beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for   successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the   directions in the Student Success Center.
This assignment meets the following CACREP Standard:
5.C.2.g. Impact of biological and neurological mechanisms on mental health.
This assignment meets the following NASAC Standards:
3) Describe the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of psychoactive drugs, including alcohol and tobacco, on the consumer and significant others.
4) Recognize the potential for substance use disorders to mimic a variety of medical and psychological disorders, and the potential for medical and psychological disorders to co-exist with addiction and substance abuse.
14) Be familiar with medical and pharmaceutical resources in the treatment of addictive disease and other substance-related disorders.
103) Describe warning signs, symptoms, and the course of addictions.
MUST PASS TURN IT IN WITH LESS 5%

Strategies for assessing abilities, interests, values, personality and other factors that contribute to career development

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Details:For this assignment you will select a marginalized group (veterans, minorities, individuals with disabilities, etc.) and write a paper of 1,750 words that can be used as a resource when work

 Details:
For this assignment you will select a marginalized group (veterans, minorities, individuals with disabilities, etc.) and write a paper of 1,750 words that can be used as a resource when working with an individual from the selected group. Use peer-reviewed resources to support your use of a specific career theory as well as interventions with this population. The paper should include the following:

  1. An explanation of who the population is and why it is important for this group to receive career counseling
  2. Statistics on the group (e.g., how large, how many have employment problems, how many utilize career counseling)
  3. Discussion of career counseling theory to be used with the group (e.g., Minnesota theory of work adjustment). Include evidence supporting the use of this theory in the general population as well as within the group. Please note: If none are available, it is important to indicate that as well.
  4. Basic plan for counseling utilizing chosen theory (e.g., interview, use of assessment tools, explanation of theory)
  5. Environmental/personal barriers that may prevent the client from finding work (e.g., disability, substance use history, felony, transportation, limited computer access)
  6. Local resources available to help the client obtain work (e.g., job center, training programs, support groups)
  7. Your conclusion on whether or not this plan is tenable and will work, based on the information listed above.
  8. A minimum of four scholarly references.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.
This assignment meets the following CACREP Standards:
2.F.4.a: Theories and models of career development, counseling, and decision making.
2.F.4.b. Approaches for conceptualizing the interrelationships among and between work, mental well-being, relationships, and other life roles and factors.
2.F.4.c. Processes for identifying and using career, avocational, educational, occupational and labor market information resources, technology, and information systems.
2.F.4.e. Strategies for assessing abilities, interests, values, personality and other factors that contribute to career development.
2.F.4.f. Strategies for career development program planning, organization, implementation, administration, and evaluation.
2.F.4.g. Strategies for advocating for diverse clients’ career and educational development and employment opportunities in a global economy.
2.F.4.h. Strategies for facilitating client skill development for career, educational, and life-work planning and management.
2.F.4.i. Methods of identifying and using assessment tools and techniques relevant to career planning and decision making.
2.F.4.j. Ethical and culturally relevant strategies for addressing career development