I. Introduction
A. Purpose and Rationale (10 pts)
Clearly define the purpose of your group. What need does it address? Why is it important? Cite at
least three direct references from the literature (not from textbooks or assigned class readings) to
support your group or techniques. What does the research say about the efficacy of this type of
group? What type of group is it? Who are the participants? Define your client population.
B. Outcomes (10 pts)
Clearly define 3 outcomes for your group. What will participants learn, be able to do as a result
of being in this group. Outcomes should be behaviorally defined (observable and measurable) to
aid in evaluating your program.
II. Method
A. Logistics (10 pts)
List the steps you will take in setting up the group. These may include securing permission,
arranging venue, and advertising. Describe how many members you will include, when, and
where you will meet, for how long, and for how many sessions. Will there be fees for this group.
B. Selecting Group Members (10 pts)
Describe how you will recruit and select group members. Include any screening procedures, pregroup
interviews, pretesting, and selection criteria. Describe applicants who would not be
acceptable to your group. Discuss any ethical issues with recruitment and selection.
III. Description of Group Activities (40 pts)
1. Identify the author(s), article title, source of the article, date etc.
2. Summarize each article’s major points
3. State why this article is relevant to current group work practice.
4. Relate the article to at least two concepts mentioned in the class or in the texts.
5. Clearly identify the concepts.
6. Use APA format
7. What did you think of the article?
8. Include a copy of the article or a link to the article
Describe, in outline form, what you plan to do during your group. How many sessions will it be?
Will it be open or closed? What will the general theoretical orientation of the group be? Why that
theory? List of topics and a brief description of any activities or techniques you will use. You
may borrow activities from other sources as long as you properly cite them. Estimate the
approximate time for each activity. What will the format be for a typical session?
IV. Evaluation of the Group (10 pts)
Describe how you will evaluate the effectiveness of your group in achieving its outcomes as
defined in the Introduction. If you will use tests, rating forms, or questionnaires, attach copies.
You should have a formal or informal evaluation for each outcome listed in the Introduction.
Evaluation activities will probably take place during some or all group sessions and at the
conclusion of the group. You may wish to consider a follow-up evaluation as well.
V. References (5 pts)
The paper should be written using APA format. See Szuchman, L.T. and Thomlinson, B.
(2008) Writing with Style, APA Style for Social Work. New York.
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