Analysis of Theory Worksheet
Use this worksheet to help you apply a theory as a lens to the case study for your assignments. Fill in the column on the right with all applicable information, and then consider it a reference for how to apply the theory. You must submit this worksheet, where indicated, in applicable assignments. Then you will compile the worksheet for your Theories Study Guide (that you can use for the licensure exam) at the end of the course.
| Name of theory | |
| Author or founder | |
| Historical origin of theory | |
| Basic assumptions | |
| Underlying assumptions | |
| Key concepts | |
| Foci/unit of analysis | |
| Philosophical or conceptual framework | |
| Strengths of theory | |
| Limitations of theory | |
| Common criticisms | |
| When and with whom it would be appropriate to use the theory/model | |
| Consistency of theory/model with social work principles | |
| Identification of goodness of fit with ethical principles | |
| Ways in which theory/model informs research methods |