Identify and define the area of social work practice that’s the focal point.

A TED talk is a video created from a presentation at the main TED (technology, entertainment,
design) conference or one of its many satellite events around the world. TED talks are limited to
a maximum length of 18 minutes but may be on any topic. A TED talk is a video created from a
presentation at the main TED (technology, entertainment, design) conference or one of its many
satellite events around the world. TED talks are limited to a maximum length of 18 minutes but
may be on any topic.”
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Social work is characterized as a profession of “baby snatchers” who are nosy, intrusive, and
moralistic. For this assignment, you will develop a TED Talk that focuses on educating the
general public about the field of social work.
You will provide
1. A general definition of social work (Interpreted in your own words)
2. A brief historical outline of how social work became a profession
a. What key events and values promoted the profession?
3. Present an area of social work practice and how it impacts society as a whole or on a
macro level.
a. Define macro social work practice
b. Identify and define the area of social work practice that’s the focal point
c. How does this area of social work practice positively impact society?
i. Be specific; you may provide examples and statistics.
4. Personal perspective
a. How can the field of social work be enhanced to positively impact society?
b. What can you specifically do to promote and enhance the field of social work?
i. Go beyond saying “I can be a good social worker and help my clients.”
5. Submissions will be done in written and video form. I will provide more details
regarding the video format at later date.
a. Written format should be 3-4 pages
b. APA format
c. Minimum of three reputable references

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