Each writing assignment must characterize particular issues, concepts or specific professions related to social work. Reflection papers should entail your reactions to your service-learning experience, new learning & observations, impact of course on your personal values, principles, and ethics. Reflection papers MUST include references to the assigned readings, class lectures, presentations, etc. (e.g., cite as supporting references, agree/disagree, etc.) Each paper must be at least five pages (one title page, an abstract, two pages of text, and one reference page), double-spaced, 12-point font, 1-inch margins, and APA format. Citations must be used where appropriate within the body of the paper and all references must be cited at the end of each paper. Each assignment requires at least three separate references. Classroom handouts, websites or the course textbook may be included among the references.
Reflection Paper – Values Paper
Write a paper in which you explore your own personal value system, and how it fits with social work values and ethics. Address the following:
- What are your core values?
- Where/how did you learn these values?
- In what areas do your values agree with social work values?
- In what areas do your values diverge from social work values?
- How might any areas of difference between your values and social work values affect your ability to practice social work?
