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ABSTRACT
University–community partnerships can play an important role in curriculum development, but little has been written about the role of community agencies in designing curricula. This article describes the role of field education in an innovative university–community partnership aimed at transforming an MSW curriculum to integrate a trauma-informed and human rights perspective throughout foundation- and advanced-year courses. This university–community partnership positioned field educators and social service agencies in a collaborative relationship with faculty in curriculum development. The benefits and potential challenges associated with employing a university–community partnership for curriculum change are discussed, and recommendations are provided for schools that are interested in using this approach.
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Laura A. Lewis
Laura A. Lewis is director of field education and assistant dean of global partnerships, Diane Elze is associate professor, and Lisa Butler is associate professor at the University of Buffalo. Nancy Kusmaul is assistant professor at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.
Nancy Kusmaul
Laura A. Lewis is director of field education and assistant dean of global partnerships, Diane Elze is associate professor, and Lisa Butler is associate professor at the University of Buffalo. Nancy Kusmaul is assistant professor at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.
Diane Elze
Laura A. Lewis is director of field education and assistant dean of global partnerships, Diane Elze is associate professor, and Lisa Butler is associate professor at the University of Buffalo. Nancy Kusmaul is assistant professor at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.
Lisa Butler
Laura A. Lewis is director of field education and assistant dean of global partnerships, Diane Elze is associate professor, and Lisa Butler is associate professor at the University of Buffalo. Nancy Kusmaul is assistant professor at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.