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Describe the impact of our current digital age on the concept of self , including the impact of social media on the way we perceive ourselves

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Prior to beginning work on this discussion please read Chapter Nine of your course text, and review sections 2.5, 3.1, and 3.2 from previous chapters.  Also read the Palacios, Echaniz, Fernandez and

Prior to beginning work on this discussion please read Chapter Nine of your course text, and review sections 2.5, 3.1, and 3.2 from previous chapters.  Also read the Palacios, Echaniz, Fernandez and Ortiz de Barron (2015) article Personal Self-Concept and Satisfaction with Life in Adolescence, Youth, and Adulthood and the Dodge, Barab, Stuckey, Warren, Heiselt, & Stein (2008) article Children’s Sense of Self: Learning and Meaning in the Digital Age.
The concept of self is core to the study of personality, and most of the theories we have studied in this course postulate some idea about what constitutes the self. This week, we are looking at the self-psychology model which presents several theories regarding how we perceive ourselves and how that is expressed in our personalities. In your initial post, provide a brief overview of the two theories of self that resonate the most with you and explain why you relate to these theories. Be sure to identify the principal theorists associated with your two chosen theories.
Describe the impact of our current digital age on the concept of self , including the impact of social media on the way we perceive ourselves.
Explain whether or not our perceptions of self are evolving because of social media, including the idea of a digital self. Provide examples of how this might be happening or provide a rationale as to why you believe it is not happening. Your initial post should be a minimum of 300 words and should include references to both of the assigned articles.

How would you define “culture”? Discuss all the various ways you can consider culture

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Required resources Davis, W. (2015). Thco research training institute. [Video file]. Retrieved fromWade Davis TEDxLinks to an external site.Hockett, D. (2017, September). We all have biases. So wha

 Required resources
Davis, W. (2015). Thco research training institute. [Video file]. Retrieved fromWade Davis TEDxLinks to an external site.
Hockett, D. (2017, September). We all have biases. So what can we do about it? [Video file]. Retrieved from We all have implicit biases. So what can we do about it? | Dushaw Hockett | TEDxMidAtlanticSalon (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.
New York Times. (n.d.) Quiz: How y’all, youse, and you guys talk. Retrieved from http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2013/12/20/sunday-review/dialect-quiz-map.html?_r=0Links to an external site.
Piper, A. (2015). A focus on people. Internal Auditor 72(3), 47-51. [MasterFilePremier]
Tritch, C. (2015, July). Let’s talk diversity and inclusion. [Video file]. Retrieved fromLet’s Talk Diversity and Inclusion | Courtney Tritch | TEDxFortWayne (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.
Recommended Resources
Carter, C. (n.d.). Introduction to Syntheses. Retrieved from https://msu.edu/~jdowell/135/Synthesis.html#techniques (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.
Paul, R. & Elder, L. (1997, April). The Elements of Reasoning and the Intellectual Standards. Retrieved from http://critical thinking.org (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.
Assignment
APA 350 words
Who we are today is in large part defined by our cultures, societal connections, customs, and morals we learned as children. In our life journey we continually redefine our identities as we encounter more experiences and more people.
For this discussion post, discuss the concept of “culture.” Include the following:

  1. How would you define “culture”? Discuss all the various ways you can consider culture (personal, geographic, organizational, etc.).
  2. With which cultures do you most identify? What are the internal and external characteristics of your culture(s)?
  3. What cultural norms did you learn as a child? What stereotypes are connected to those cultures?

What is ethnocentrism?

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This assignment focuses on the concept of ethnocentrism, the idea that others can be judged through the lens of one’s own cultural group, which is superior to another (Sherrill, 2003). Ethnocentric

This assignment focuses on the concept of ethnocentrism, the idea that others can be judged through the lens of one’s own cultural group, which is superior to another (Sherrill, 2003). Ethnocentric beliefs are often the foundation for many diversity-related arguments in political, religious, and racial discussions. Ethnocentrism can often be seen at the center of arguments about the moral foundations of our society, with each side arguing based on their own long-held cultural beliefs. Others, however, argue that morality is culturally relative and accordingly, so are our beliefs. As such, rules regarding right and wrong, what is moral or just, would be based on our cultural backgrounds.
In your discussion this week, you explored your own cultural dimensions. For this assignment, think about your longest held cultural beliefs, considering how your personal background has influenced who you are today. Consider all of the cultural associations you may have now and in the past including your customs and traditions such as dress, music, dance, family stories, holidays, and celebrations.
Instructions:
First, take a moment to complete the New York Times quiz “How Y’all, Youse, and You Guys Talk (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.” to see how dialect can reflect your cultural background.
Then, write a 1320-1650 word paper (not including the title page) about how ethnocentrism and cultural relativism affect how you see yourself and others.
Specifically address:

  1. Definitions (can be in your introductory paragraphs):
    1. What do you mean by “culture”?
    2. What is ethnocentrism?
    3. What is cultural relativism?
  2. What cultural group(s) do you belong to?
    1. Who or what has influenced you?
    2. What are the cultural norms associated with your cultural groups?
    3. What customs and traditions such as dress, music, dance, family stories, holidays, and celebrations are associated with your culture?
  3. Analyze your perspectives.
    1. What of your perspectives are rooted in ethnocentric beliefs?
    2. What of your perspectives are based on cultural relativism?
    3. Give at least one example of when you have been involved with someone judging you in an ethnocentric manner.

You are strongly encouraged to use the APA format template (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. to guide you while writing your paper. Include a properly formatted title page. For clarity, divide your paper into sections with properly formatted section headings. Be sure to include an introductory paragraph stating what your paper is about and a conclusion section at the end giving the high points of the paper. This assignment does not require an abstract.
Remember to sign up and use Grammarly (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. as a proofing tool!
Assignment Submission Checklist:

  • Did you use the APA Template?
  • Did you include three journals?
  • Did you proof read your paper?

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)