Introduction

  • What does being an advocate mean to you?
  • Describe a policy that has impacted your life.
  • A brief reaction to Dr. Barbara Simons article about theories being necessary in social work as you think about her position in relation to your fieldwork experience
  • A brief reaction to Dr. Bruce Thyers article about theories not being necessary in social work as you think about his position in relation to your fieldwork experience
  • Do you tend to agree with Dr. Simon or Dr. Thyer? Why?

Reflect to two colleagues:

  • Agree or disagree with your colleagues reaction about Dr. Simon or Dr. Thyer’s position and explain your position.