Strengths Perspective Policy Analysis Paper.
Using a policy related to the content that we discussed this semester, students must write a paper in which they analyze that policy.
- Discussion of the social need/condition, including (section #1 is worth 30 points total):
- An examination of how the problem or need was defined and documented (20 points)
- Discussion of how values and self-interest shaped the definition and documentation (10 points)
- Policy analysis, including (section #2 is worth 60 points total)
- Latent and manifest goals (10 points)
- Benefits and services provided (10 points)
- Eligibility rules; service delivery systems (10 points)
- Financing; attention paid to social justice/equity issues (10 points)
- Evaluation and recommendations for policy modifications/changes. Be sure to include the degree to which the policy is strengths-based, and strategies or recommendations to make it more reflective of the strengths approach. (20 points)
Formatting – Formatting is worth a total of 10 points
- APA format must be used – Refer to the APA Manual or Purdue OWL
- 4-6 pages in length NOT including the title page or references
- A minimum of 5 PEER-REWVIEWED SOURCES must be used
- Proper grammar and punctuation – Use Grammarly or the Writing Center on campus
- No abstract is needed
The policy analysis is due on May 4th by 11:59pm and is worth 100 points.
My topic:
Increasing the TANF benefit levels in order to assist families who are in need.
