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The Political Participation of First Year Social Work Students: Does Practice Specialization Matter?

Year: 2018

Type: article

Abstract: This study identifies the types of political participation engaged in by MSW students (n=214). A self-report survey administered to MSW students at a Northeastern university indicates limited political involvement. MSW students participate in political activities not requiring significant time, energy, or resources. Furthermore, on the scale and its two subscales, micro-oriented students had less political participation than macro-oriented students. This study suggests first-year social work students may lack the tools to engage in the political process effectively. Schools of social work should include political participation education in both micro and macro foundation courses and field placements.

Source: The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

DOI: 10.15453/0191-5096.4215

Authors: Jason Ostrander, Janelle Bryan, Addie Sandler, Paula Nieman, Maureen Clark, Emily Loveland, Tanya Rhodes Smith

Institutions: Sacred Heart University, Westfield State University, Western New England University, University of Connecticut

Language: English

Topic: Social Work Education and Practice

Subfield: Public Administration

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W2910488291

FWCI: 3.05

Cites: 43

Cited by: 17

Related to: 10