Group Proposal Paper.
Students will prepare a “group” proposal paper, using APA style. The paper will include the following sections, which form the basis of a sound and practical proposal for forming a group identified by Corey & Corey (2006): rationale; objectives; practical considerations; procedures; and an evaluation. Students will prepare the proposal as if it were to be given to an appropriate authority for operational consideration. This will be a paper that will reflect your proposal for establishing a group. The proposal can be for a variety of settings. Paper is limited to 6 pages, not including the reference list and any appendices used to support this proposal. The proposal process is a method to help clarify the nature of the group and procedures used in forming and operating a group.
Overview of Format for the Group Proposal Paper: The group you are proposing should have a title and be applied to a specific area. Use references throughout your paper to support your selections of materials and include a reference list at the end of the paper. The proposal will include sections on:
Rationale: This section presents clear and convincing reasons for the group to be established. It covers the appropriateness of the group for the population selected.
Objectives: This section demonstrates the specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time phased goals and objectives. Goals and objectives are clear and direct.
Practical Considerations: This sections details membership, meeting times, frequency of meetings, and duration of group.
Procedures: This section includes the procedures selected to meet the objectives that were identified above. Selected procedures are appropriate and realistic for the population selected.
Evaluation: This section identifies the strategies used for evaluating how well the objectives were met. Evaluation methods are objective, practical, and relevant.
Recommendation: This section provides a summary recommendation on the implementation of the proposed group. It includes suggested start dates and any potential effects of delays.
