Fostering a dual vision: lessons learned in developing a collaborative joint MSW program
<p dir="ltr">From a longitudinal perspective, three successive directors of a Joint Master of Social Work program analyzed the process and strategies used in gaining Council on Social Work Education candidacy status and accreditation. Joint MSW programs are partnerships combining the...
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| author | Mahasin F. Saleh (21623792) |
| author2 | Sharon Bowland (21623795) Alex D. Colvin (21623798) |
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| dc.date.none.fl_str_mv | 2023-01-16T09:00:00Z |
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| dc.subject.none.fl_str_mv | Education Education systems Human society Social work Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accreditation collaborative or joint programs social work education evidence-based management collaboration higher education administration |
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| description | <p dir="ltr">From a longitudinal perspective, three successive directors of a Joint Master of Social Work program analyzed the process and strategies used in gaining Council on Social Work Education candidacy status and accreditation. Joint MSW programs are partnerships combining the resources of two or more universities to conduct one collaborative program. A literature review indicated that primary advantages for universities to create joint programs include innovative opportunity, social justice, the value of collaboration over competition, and cost savings for faculty lines. The process of building and negotiating a bi-university infrastructure, in addition to developing a new program, has many hidden complexities. Evidence-Based Management was a practical approach utilized during program development. The benefits and drawbacks of establishing a Joint MSW program are considered and can be used as a guide to determine if starting a joint program is warranted. Recommendations for how to establish a joint program are discussed along with the process of attaining accreditation. Key learnings during the process included developing fruitful collaborations, navigating value differences, understanding the importance of advocacy, assessing hidden costs, and managing necessary resource allocations. Given contemporary fiscal pressures within universities, it is important that joint programs develop a road map plan.</p><h2>Other Information</h2><p dir="ltr">Published in: Social Work Education<br>License: <a href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" target="_blank">http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</a><br>See article on publisher's website: <a href="https://dx.doi.org/10.1080/02615479.2022.2162874" target="_blank">https://dx.doi.org/10.1080/02615479.2022.2162874</a></p> |
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| spelling | Fostering a dual vision: lessons learned in developing a collaborative joint MSW programMahasin F. Saleh (21623792)Sharon Bowland (21623795)Alex D. Colvin (21623798)EducationEducation systemsHuman societySocial workCouncil on Social Work Education (CSWE) accreditationcollaborative or joint programssocial work educationevidence-based managementcollaborationhigher education administration<p dir="ltr">From a longitudinal perspective, three successive directors of a Joint Master of Social Work program analyzed the process and strategies used in gaining Council on Social Work Education candidacy status and accreditation. Joint MSW programs are partnerships combining the resources of two or more universities to conduct one collaborative program. A literature review indicated that primary advantages for universities to create joint programs include innovative opportunity, social justice, the value of collaboration over competition, and cost savings for faculty lines. The process of building and negotiating a bi-university infrastructure, in addition to developing a new program, has many hidden complexities. Evidence-Based Management was a practical approach utilized during program development. The benefits and drawbacks of establishing a Joint MSW program are considered and can be used as a guide to determine if starting a joint program is warranted. Recommendations for how to establish a joint program are discussed along with the process of attaining accreditation. Key learnings during the process included developing fruitful collaborations, navigating value differences, understanding the importance of advocacy, assessing hidden costs, and managing necessary resource allocations. Given contemporary fiscal pressures within universities, it is important that joint programs develop a road map plan.</p><h2>Other Information</h2><p dir="ltr">Published in: Social Work Education<br>License: <a href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" target="_blank">http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</a><br>See article on publisher's website: <a href="https://dx.doi.org/10.1080/02615479.2022.2162874" target="_blank">https://dx.doi.org/10.1080/02615479.2022.2162874</a></p>2023-01-16T09:00:00ZTextJournal contributioninfo:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersiontextcontribution to journal10.1080/02615479.2022.2162874https://figshare.com/articles/journal_contribution/Fostering_a_dual_vision_lessons_learned_in_developing_a_collaborative_joint_MSW_program/29436011CC BY 4.0info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccessoai:figshare.com:article/294360112023-01-16T09:00:00Z |
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| title | Fostering a dual vision: lessons learned in developing a collaborative joint MSW program |
| title_full | Fostering a dual vision: lessons learned in developing a collaborative joint MSW program |
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| topic | Education Education systems Human society Social work Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accreditation collaborative or joint programs social work education evidence-based management collaboration higher education administration |