Sociology

Social Work 200B DE: Final Exam – 2019- 2020

Name: _____________________________  Student #___________________________

 

Section A: Definitions (1 mark each):

1. Aging in place:

 

 

 

2. Colonization:

 

 

 

3. Children in care:

 

 

 

4. Enfranchisement:

 

 

 

5. Advocacy:

 

 

 

6. Jordan’s Principle:

 

 

 

7. Harm Reduction:

 

 

 

8. Ally:

 

 

 

9. Eugenics:

 

 

 

10. Social welfare:

 

 

 

11. Elder Abuse

 

 

 

12. Ageism

 

 

 

Section B: Written responses (marks as indicated)

13. Why is it important to know social welfare policy in the helping professions? How will knowledge of policy assist you in your career? (2 marks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14. Discuss the impacts of child abuse on children and youth. In what ways do child welfare systems respond to child abuse allegations? (Discuss the steps taken, policy issues to consider, etc.) What additional challenges might face children who have experienced abuse and also experience a disability? (6 marks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

15. Imagine you are giving an alien a history lesson about Canada. What were the Residential Schools? Why were they created? What impact did they have? Some argue that the “schools” are history and their existence is no longer relevant to Canadians; make an argument regarding whether this is true or false. (6 marks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

16. Discuss one social issue facing the LGBTQ population. How does social policy (or the lack thereof) impact this issue? (3 marks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

17. What is the difference between an immigrant and a refugee? How might their adjustment to life in Canada differ from each other? Should the government have support services for immigrants and refugees? If so, what kind of supports should be offered? (5 marks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

18. Many definitions of poverty exist. How would you define poverty? What indicators provide evidence that poverty exists in your community? Identify the possible reasons why the risk of poverty is also high among (choose one) (a) women; (b) Aboriginal people; or (c) the elderly. (5 marks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

19. Envision the “perfect” child welfare system. What types of services might a child welfare worker provide in this ideal system? How might those services help families? How would the system differ from our current legislation and practice? You may wish to refer to the report “Honouring Kaitlynn, Max, and Cordon” here. (4 marks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20. Discuss one area of policy that you believe needs to be changed in order to benefit the citizens of BC. What changes would you create? Why? Who would benefit? Be as specific as possible (ie say more than “better support for seniors” or “end poverty.” (4 marks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

21. Briefly describe which political ideology and approach to social welfare provision fit best with your values and beliefs. Why is it the best fit for you? Which of your personal values align with this ideology and social welfare approach? (3 marks) (The “right” answer is the honest answer here!)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

22. What does it mean to be an “ally”? What are some guidelines for being an ally? Refer to your readings. (3 marks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

23. How does current health policy in Canada discriminate against LGBTQ individuals? (3 marks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

24. What has been your most significant learning in this course? Describe what you learned and how you think it will impact your future career. (2 marks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

25. What population do you want to work with in your Social Work practice? Has that changed since the beginning of this course? (2 marks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A:    /12

B:    /48

Total:    /60