Theory Paper: A Detailed Paper on a Theory Related to Human Development or Human Behavior (30%) –
I. History of Development of Theory
II. Statement of Theory (What does the theory explain or predict?)
Major Assumptions
Stages (if Applicable)
III. Major Concepts and Related Terminology Defined
IV. Application of Theory to Social Work Practice
Understanding of Human Development or Human Behavior Applied to at Least One of the Following:
engagement, assessment, planning, or intervention
V. Application of the Theory to Diverse Individuals and Groups
(Explanation of how the theory addresses or fails to address diversity)
VI. Example of the Theory Applied “in real life”
VII. Critique of Theory
Strengths
Weaknesses
Paper must contain a minimum of eight (8) in-text citations and include a reference page in APA format.
