Online Master of Science in Social Administration
WELCOME PACKAGE
Direct Practice:
Child, Youth, and Family
Traditional Program
LETTER FROM THE DEAN
Social work is a field without limits. It is broad not restrictive. It is a
profession which heals, brings together, advocates for change,
offers options, enhances capacity, alleviates distress and realizes
ambitions. Social workers have always been and will continue to be
at the very forefront of social change. It is an exciting place to be.
Historically, social work has been a career for individuals who are
concerned for the poor, disadvantaged, and those too young or too old to look after
themselves. As the profession developed and societal strain became more pronounced,
social workers have rapidly become recognized as expert providers of clinical services
in areas such as substance abuse, mental health, family therapy, employee assistance,
sexual dysfunction, and career and vocational counseling. Today, the field has an even
greater scope encompassing careers in public policy, management, community
development and fundraising.
Today's world is an increasing challenge. Solutions to problems must be creative. Social
work education enables dedicated professionals to strive for the best solutions with
innovative, empowering and entrepreneurial approaches. Jack, Joseph and Morton
Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, one of the most respected graduate schools
of social work in the United States, provides the best of advanced professional social
work education on both the master's and doctoral level. Combining the resources of an
exceptional university like Case Western Reserve with those of a major U.S. city like
Cleveland, where philanthropy and social service agencies are part of the very fabric,
The Mandel School offers a unique experience to those who want to make a difference.
We invite you to join us. The world eagerly awaits your arrival.
Grover C. Gilmore, Ph.D.
Dean and Professor
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LETTER FROM THE DEAN
Important Contact Information
Dates to Remember!
MSSA Direct Practice – Child, Youth and Family Traditional Track Degree Requirements
Foundation Curriculum
Advanced Curriculum
CYF – Traditional Advanced Courses
Field Study
Things to do PRIOR to the start of classes:
Things to do during the FIRST THREE DAYS of your field courses:
Academic Progress
Grading Policy
Academic Probation and Dismissal
Disability Resources
Student Handbook
Course Registration
Add/Drop Policy
Pattern of enrollment
Tuition
Payment Deadlines
Viewing Your Bill
Payment Options
Financial Aid Process
Employer Reimbursement
Veterans Affairs
Financial Statements
Note Regarding Field Education
Course Material Information
SASS 440 Human Development I: Child and Adolescent
SASS 495 Field Education Seminar
SASS 651A Field Education I
SASS 441 Human Development II: Adults
Case Western Reserve University Online Bookstore
CWRU Network IDs
Activating your CWRU Network ID
Password Requirements
Email
Virtual Private Network
CWRU Network ID – Help!
Learning Management System - Moodle
Student Orientation
Required Orientation Activities
Field Education Orientation - Student
Access to Courses
Technical Requirements
Hardware Requirements
Software Requirements
Case Western Reserve Online Library Access
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IMPORTANT CONTACT INFORMATION
The following phone numbers and email addresses will be used frequently throughout the
program. We encourage you to save this information somewhere safe and easily accessible.
You never know when they will come in handy!
Contact
Erin Pellow Student Support
Services
Phone Number
Email or Website
1.877.830.7473, Option 2
epellow@onlinesocialwork.case.edu
Technical Support
1.877.830.7473, Option 1
http://cwru.echelp.org
Financial Aid –
Nancy Issa, Director
Toll free 1.800.945.4530 or
1.216.368.4530
nancy.issa@case.edu
CWRU Bookstore
1.216.368.2650
http://case.bncollege.com
1.216.368.2302 or
Reference - harrisref@case.edu
1.800.944.2290, ext. 2302
Circulation – harriscirc@case.edu
The Harris Library
DATES TO REMEMBER!
For your reference, we’ve compiled a list of important dates to remember while you’re getting
ready to start the Online Master of Science in Social Administration (MSSA).
SASS 440 Human Development I: Child and Adolescent: September 2 – October 25, 2013
SASS 495 Field Education Seminar: September 2 – December 20, 2013
SASS 651A Field Education I: September 2 – December 20, 2013
SASS 441 Human Development II: Adults: October 28 – December 20, 2013
Tuition Due: Friday, September 6, 2013
Add/Drop Deadline: Friday, August 30, 2013
IMPORTANT! Please note that the Add/Drop Deadline is the last date you may withdraw from
the semester and receive a full, 100% refund. After this date tuition will not be refunded.
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MSSA DIRECT PRACTICE – CHILD, YOUTH AND FAMILY
TRADITIONAL TRACK DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
The curriculum is divided into two levels: Foundation and Advanced. Students entering without
prior preparation in social work complete the foundation and advanced curriculum; students
entering with a BSW go directly into the advanced curriculum.
FOUNDATION CURRICULUM
The Foundation curriculum includes the knowledge, values, and skills essential for the general
practice of social work and is completed during the first year of the program. It consists of
general courses in social work methods, socio-behavioral theory, social policy, discrimination
and inequality, research methods, and two semesters of field education and ability-based
learning. Most foundation courses are prerequisites for concentration-required courses and
advanced electives.
ADVANCED CURRICULUM
The Advanced curriculum builds on the foundation courses and provides advanced knowledge
and practice skills in the concentration selected by the student. Advanced courses are taken in
research, policy, socio-behavioral theory, and practice methods. When integrated with an
advanced field education experience, students begin to gain an in-depth understanding of the
theories, policies, practices, values, and skills associated with the area of concentration.
Foundation Courses
24 Academic Hours
Academic
Hours
Length
SASS 426 Research Methods in Social Work
3
8 Weeks
SASS 440 Human Development I: Child and Adolescent
3
8 Weeks
SASS 441 Human Development II: Adults
3
8 Weeks
SASS 470 Social Policy
3
8 Weeks
SASS 477 Direct Practice Foundation Methods Skills
3
8 Weeks
SASS 478 Macro & Policy Practice Skills
3
8 Weeks
SASS 484 Theories of Oppression and Social Justice
3
8 Weeks
SASS 495 Field Education Seminar
1
16 Weeks
SASS 651A Field Education I
1
16 Weeks
SASS 651B Field Education I
1
16 Weeks
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CYF – TRADITIONAL ADVANCED COURSES
Advanced Level Courses
36 Academic Hours
Academic
Hours
Length
SASS 517 Family Systems Interventions
3
8 Weeks
SASS 547 Problem Identification, Screening and Assessment
3
8 Weeks
SASS 549 Theory Practice Approaches in Direct Practice Social Work
3
8 Weeks
SASS 564 Social Work Practice in Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse
3
8 Weeks
SASS 550 Trauma Informed Social Work Practice with Children & Families
3
8 Weeks
SASS 580 Social Work Practice in Mental Health: Children and Adolescents
3
8 Weeks
SASS 529 Child and Family Policy and Service Delivery
3
8 Weeks
SASS 530 Practice Evaluation
3
8 Weeks
SASS 582 Social Work with Child Abuse and Family Violence
3
8 Weeks
SASS 652A Field Education II
1.5
16 Weeks
SASS 652B Field Education II
1.5
16 Weeks
SASS 653A Field Education III
1.5
16 Weeks
SASS 653B Field Education III
1.5
16 Weeks
SASS 654A Field Education IV
1.5
16 Weeks
SASS 654B Field Education IV
1.5
16 Weeks
*Course descriptions can be found by following this link and selecting 2012-2013 Master's
Program, Virtual Course Descriptions.
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FIELD STUDY
Field Education is an integral part of our
degree program at Jack, Joseph and Morton
Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences.
Graduate students collaborate with non-profit,
community-based programs and government
organizations while working on their degree
coursework.
Field Education provides a forum for students
to integrate the knowledge, skills and values
that comprise the core of the professional
social work practice with a self-identity as
competent beginning professionals. The
practice setting affords students with
opportunities to apply didactic theory to
practice, give and receive feedback regarding
skill development, and experience the realities
of the social work profession. There is the
potential for a mutual exchange of practical
and theoretical knowledge that may serve to
enhance innovative change in both the clinical
and academic venues. The Field Education
Department endorses this expansive view of the opportunities that students and field instructors
share to re-define both social work education and social work practice for the future.
THINGS TO DO PRIOR TO THE START OF CLASSES:
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Confirm contact information for your Field Instructor (Field Instructor's full name, phone
number and email)
 Confirm agency information (Official name, address, phone number, fax number,
website)
 Inform your Field Instructor when classes begin
THINGS TO DO DURING THE FIRST THREE DAYS OF YOUR FIELD COURSES:
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Confirm the days and times that you will complete your field hours each week
Confirm the date and time of your first day at your field site
Confirm plans for your orientation to the agency and/or department
During the 651A Field Period you will complete a 75 field hours at your field placement. On
average, each student will complete 4-5 field hours each week. In addition, each student will
complete 3 hours of Professional Development Hours by the conclusion of 651A. Please see
the Field Education Manual. In addition to this manual, a Field Education Orientation for
Students has been created and can be accessed following the instructions below.
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ACADEMIC PROGRESS
GRADING POLICY
Grade Points
A
4.000
AB+
3.666
3.333
B
B-
3.000
2.666
C+
2.333
C
2.000
C-
1.666
F
0.0
I
0.0
W
0.0
Meaning
Explanation
Outstanding/Superior Exceptional performance; consistently exceeds
expectations
Excellent
Strong performance; often exceeds expectations
Very Good
Consistently meets and occasionally exceeds
expectations
Good
Meets expectations
Somewhat Below
Sometimes falls short of expectations
Expectations
Often Below
Often falls short of expectations
Expectations
Below Expectations
Unevenness or inconsistent in grasp of content and
experience
Well Below
Very inconsistent in grasp of content and experience
Expectations
Fail
Complete lack of grasp of content and experience;
does not meet minimal expectations
Incomplete
Automatically becomes an “F” by instructor if work is
not completed within the specified time frame
Official Withdraw
Grades in field work are assigned at the end of each semester. Grades in field work are Pass or
No Pass and are provided by the student’s faculty advisor in consultation with the student’s field
instructor. A Pass is defined as C or better but is not computed into the grade point average
(GPA). A No Pass is defined as F for purposes of determining academic status.
ACADEMIC PROBATION AND DISMISSAL
Probation based on Academic Performance: A student who receives a grade point average
below 3.0 in any semester will be placed on probation. A student on probation must obtain at
least a 3.0 average in the subsequent semester in order to be removed from probation.
Dismissal Based on Academic Performance: A student will not be allowed to continue in the
program if he or she receives:
 A second grade of F in the program, or
 A grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or below in any one semester: or
 A grade point average (GPA) of less than 2.8 entering the final semester:
A NO PASS counts as an F for purposes of determining academic standing.
Students who are admitted on probation and must earn a 3.0 grade point average (GPA) in their
first semester will be academically dismissed if this GPA is not achieved.
Dismissal Based on Field Performance: A student will not be allowed to continue in the
program if he or she receives two semesters of No Pass in the field. For part-time and online
students, these policies apply in two semester blocks of time.
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IMPORTANT! Any student completing work beyond the end of a term may be subject to
academic actions at any point within the next term. Students will be academically withdrawn
from their courses and their records will be updated based on the academic decision. Students
will be fully responsible for all financial obligations up to the date of academic action.
DISABILITY RESOURCES
Office of Disability Resources
Educational Services for Students (ESS)
470 Sears Building. (216) 368-5230.
http://studentaffairs.case.edu/education/disability/
Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing all students with opportunities to
take full advantage of the university's educational programs. We recognize that students with
documented disabilities may need assistance or accommodations in order to achieve this
objective.
Click on the above link for the Case Disability Services Handbook. This document outlines the
policies and procedures used in determining a student's eligibility for disability services. These
procedures are applicable to MSASS students.
STUDENT HANDBOOK
More in depth information regarding the policies and procedures at the Mandel School of
Applied Social Sciences can be found here in the Student Handbook.
IMPORTANT! All students are responsible for reading the Student Handbook prior to class
start. It is imperative to your success in the program that you understand the policies and
procedures associated with the Online MSSA Program.
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COURSE REGISTRATION
As a new student, you will be automatically registered for your first semester ONLY. You will
receive registration confirmations by email detailing specific information about your courses.
After your first semester, you will be responsible for registering yourself for all future courses.
Registration information will be sent to you by your Program Coordinator outlining the upcoming
course as well as detailed instructions on how to sign up for classes.
ADD/DROP POLICY
The Add/Drop Deadline for each semester is the Friday before the semester begins. All
students must be registered by this date in order to gain access to their courses.
The Add/Drop Deadline is also the last day a student can withdraw from classes and receive a
full, 100% refund on tuition. There will be no refunds granted to students that withdraw
from class after the Add/Drop Deadline.
PATTERN OF ENROLLMENT
Following your Welcome Call with your Program Coordinator, you will receive a document
entitled a Pattern of Enrollment (POE). The POE will provide you with a detailed schedule of
your courses throughout the entire program.
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TUITION
Tuition for the 2013/2014 academic year is calculated at $1,287 per credit hour plus an $18
Activity Fee per credit hour.
PAYMENT DEADLINES
Students paying for courses out of pocket will be required to submit payment by Friday,
September 6, 2013.
Students will be unable to register for future semesters if terms of payment are not met.
VIEWING YOUR BILL
Once you have been registered for your first semester, you will receive an email to your CWRU
email account stating that you have new billing information. You will be able to access the bill
following these instructions:
1) Log into your SIS Account using your CWRU Network ID described below.
2) Under the finance section please select “View/Pay Bills”.
3) This will open a new window; confirm that you wish to continue.
4) Select “View Accounts”. This action will display the current invoice summary.
5) Under the “Select Action” field, you may then choose to view current statement, statement
history or make a payment.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
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Online through SIS via eCheck, savings account deduction, MasterCard, American
Express or Discover Card. Please note that credit card payments will incur a
convenience fee of 2.7%.
Checks and money orders. Please make payment using the PDF version of the Bill. To
ensure proper credit, the student should include his or her student ID number on the
check and make check/money order payable to Case Western Reserve University
Students may also authorize third-party payers (i.e. agencies, sponsors, etc.) to submit
payments on their behalf. Please submit the paper work for these requests by the first
day of class.
E-Z Payment Plan: Spread tuition over 8 months with this option.
 The plan is an automatic deduction from the payee’s checking or savings
account. The plan runs from June to January.
 This arrangement must be made at the beginning of the academic year.
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FINANCIAL AID PROCESS
To help students meet educational costs, students in the MSSA program are eligible for Federal
Financial Aid. Further information regarding Federal Financial Aid and the application process
can be found at here: http://financialaid.case.edu. If you have not begun the financial aid
application process, you can get started by completing online the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid. On your FAFSA, enter our school code, 003137, and we will automatically receive
a copy from the Department of Education within a week.
Important! Students must be in a minimum of 4.5 credits to qualify for federal loans. Loan
deferment forms should be submitted to the University Registrar: registrar@case.edu or 216368-4310.
MY FINANCIAL AID
For further information regarding your FAFSA application, missing documents and award,
please log into My Financial Aid using your CWRU Network ID and password (see below).
AWARD LETTER
Once the financial aid application has been completed, you will receive an award letter that
specifies your gross loan amount. This award letter will be e-mailed to your CWRU e-mail
account.
LOAN ACCEPTANCE
To accept the loan amount offered in your award letter, log in to My Financial Aid using your
CWRU Network ID and password (see below). All students must accept their loans on My
Financial Aid complete entrance counseling and sign promissory notes at
www.studentloans.gov.edu. Student loans will not be processed or disbursed until these
necessary steps have been completed.
IMORTANT! Students in the Virtual MSSA Program are not eligible for scholarships, grants or
Yellow Ribbon matching programs. Please disregard any information that may refer to this
type of Financial Aid.
EMPLOYER REIMBURSEMENT
Many organizations and employers offer tuition assistance to employees and even cover 100
percent of tuition costs in some cases. Programs and policies vary among employers. Consult
your human resources office to learn more about tuition assistance at your organization. The
University’s policy states that you must submit verification that you are eligible for your company
reimbursement plan. This allows you to function as a paid student (obtain transcripts and preregister for courses) but you will be responsible for any late fees assessed to the account.
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VETERANS AFFAIRS
All students planning to receive veterans education assistance from the Department of Veterans
Affairs (VA) must provide the Veterans Questionnaire Form and provide enrollment
information to the Veterans Certifying Official, 135 Yost Hall, phone 216.368.4310, email
registrar@case.edu. To be certified for benefits, veterans must be officially registered for
classes. Veterans must notify the University Veterans Certifying Official immediately when
changing hours, grade options, withdrawing from a class, or withdrawing from the University. It
is important to note the following:
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The VA will not pay for repetition of courses previously taken for credit, unless repetition
of that particular course is required for continuation in the approved program. However,
the VA will pay for repetition of a course required for graduation if the course was failed
or if a minimum acceptable grade was not achieved.
Students enrolled in intensive semester programs should be aware that benefits are paid
based on actual dates of enrollment—not on the amount of tuition charged.
The law requires that the VA must collect all benefits paid to a beneficiary for a course
from which the beneficiary withdraws (this means from the start of the term, not merely
from the date the course was dropped) unless there are mitigating circumstances. Other
actions that may result in overpayment include receiving a grade which does not count
toward graduation requirements and failure to have an incomplete grade changed to a
grade which counts towards graduation. The VA will vigorously pursue repayment of
these overpayments.
Current Information regarding VA Benefits can be found here:
http://www.case.edu/registrar/veterans.html
Further information regarding VA benefits can be found at www.GIBILL.va.gov and
www.todaysgibill.org or by calling 1-888-442-4551.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Students may receive financial statements in the form of a receipted bill. To request a receipted
bill, please send an email to bursar@case.edu. The receipted bill will include all transaction on
your account as of the day that we process the request.
NOTE REGARDING FIELD EDUCATION
There are no stipends available for Field Education.
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COURSE MATERIAL INFORMATION
Please see below for list of required textbooks by course.
SASS 440 Human Development I: Child and Adolescent
1) Hutchison, Elizabeth D and contributors (2011). Dimensions of Human Behavior, The
changing Life Course, 4th ed., Los Angeles; SAGE. ISBN: 978-1412976411
SASS 495 Field Education Seminar
1) Kolb Learning Style Inventory (KLSI), Version 3.1 –This is available only through this
link:
http://www.haygroup.com/leadershipandtalentondemand/ourproducts/item_detail
s.aspx?itemid=55&type=7
SASS 651A Field Education I
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You will not be required to purchase additional textbooks for the Field Study Courses.
SASS 441 Human Development II: Adults
1) As above – you will use the same text as SASS 440.
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CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY
ONLINE BOOKSTORE
Barnes & Noble provides online bookstore services for CWRU / Mandel School. Barnes & Noble
keeps the university’s official list of courses offered for the present term. Bookstore payment
options, shipping, returns and other services are available on the website.
PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW TO PURCHASE TEXTBOOKS:
1) The bookstore website is located at: http://case.bncollege.com
2) Select the “Textbooks” link
3) Select Term “Summer 2013”
4) Select Department “SASS”
5) Select Course Number (as listed above)
6) Select Section “Online”
7) Repeat steps 3 through 7 for all required courses selecting section “Online”
8) Select “Find Materials for ‘x’ courses”
9) Check required books and select Format (New/Used)
10) Add items to cart and proceed to checkout
Students can also access the bookstore via phone at 1-216-368-2650.
Store Hours
Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM ET
Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET
Saturday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM ET
Sunday CLOSED
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CWRU NETWORK IDS
Your CWRU technology account gives you access to
dozens of resources. The CWRU Network ID (also
known as your account, username or login) is used
to access secure resources. Anytime you need to
use services such as the Student Information System
(SIS), my Financial Aid, email, the eStore, Software
Center and Launchpad portal, the system will prompt
you for your CWRU Network ID and password. Your
ID will never change and will remain yours for the
rest of your life.
ACTIVATING YOUR CWRU NETWORK ID
Your CWRU Network ID is created for you as soon as you are accepted to CWRU. To activate
your Network ID, please follow the instructions below:
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5)
Start by visiting: https://its-services.case.edu/my-case-identity/activate/
Enter your last name (also sometimes called your family name.
Enter your 7-digit Peoplesoft ID number (included in the body of your Welcome email).
Enter your date of birth.
Click the “Activate Account” button at the bottom of the page.
During the activation process you will create your password and supply a security question and
answer. Once complete, the system will show you your Network ID and email address, which
will be ready to use within an hour.
PASSWORD REQUIREMENTS
Your Network ID password must be changed at least once every 365 days (one year). You
receive email notifications prior to its expiration date. Your password can be changed at any
time by going to the help.case.edu and clicking on the “Change Password” link.
CWRU ITS will never ask you for your password or any other restricted information. Never give
it out!
CWRU passwords must contact three of the four characteristics:
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Lower case character (abc)
Upper case character (ABC)
Numerical character (123)
Punctuation character (#!^&%$)
Additionally, your password:
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Cannot be a dictionary word of more than four characters
Must be 8-12 characters in length
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EMAIL
Your CWRU email address is yourfirstname.yourlastname@case.edu (e.g.
john.doe@case.edu) unless you share the same name with someone else on campus, in
which case your email address will contain a middle initial and/or number. Alternatively, email
can also be sent to yournetworkid@case.edu (e.g. abc123@case.edu).
To access your email, go to webmail.case.edu and sign in with your CWRU Network ID and
password. Your email is accessible from any computer or mobile device in the world.
Important! All email communication from Case Western Reserve University will be sent to your
CWRU email address. Please check on a regular basis to ensure you do not miss any
important correspondence.
More information regarding your email and the resources available using your CWRU Network
ID can be found here.
VIRTUAL PRIVATE NETWORK
CWRU provides remote users with secure access to the network over the CISCO
AnyConnect VPN client. VPN is a point-to-point connection between a personal computer
and CWRU servers. Users must first download the VPN client for their respective operating
system. Once they are connected through VPN, users can utilize a web browser to access
various tools within CWRU such as the Software Center and library databases. Follow these
directions to download, install and run the VPN client.
1) Open your internet browser and go to vpnsetup.case.edu
2) Download the Cisco ™ AnyConnect client for your operating system.
3) Install the software according to your operating system’s directions.
4) Open AnyConnect and enter “vpn.case.edu” in the Connect To field. Click select.
5) Enter your CWRU Network ID and password. Click Connect.
In the event that you forget to log out of VPN, you will be automatically disconnected after 24
hours.
CWRU NETWORK ID – HELP!
If you have any questions or concerns while activating your CWRU Network ID, please contact
the Help Desk at 1-877-830-7473, Option 1 or by completing a web form here:
http://cwru.echelp.org. Please be sure to include your CWRU Network ID and any explanation
of the issue you are experiencing. The Help Desk is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - MOODLE
All courses in the Online MSSA program will be housed on the Moodle Learning Management
System. Please bookmark or set this site as a favorite link on your web browser for easy
access:
https://moodle.mandel.case.edu/
To log in to Moodle follow the instructions below:
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Go to https://moodle.mandel.case.edu/
Click “Continue” to be redirected to the CWRU Single Sign-On page
Enter your CWRU Network ID and Password
Upon successful login you will be taken to the Moodle homepage.
From there you will be able to access the Student Orientation, the Field Study Orientation, and
the Student Resource Center described in detail below.
If you experience any technical difficulties you may contact the Technical Support Help Desk at:
Phone: 1-877-830-7473, Option 1
Web Form: http://cwru.echelp.org (Bookmark for future reference)
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STUDENT ORIENTATION
We have set up an online Student Orientation tutorial to help you navigate through Moodle and
get acquainted with the Mandel School.
This tutorial provides a brief overview of online learning and the necessary knowledge and skills
required to complete courses in the Moodle e-learning environment. After participating in the
learning activities in this course, you will be able to:
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Define the major areas of your learning portal
Gain access to your course content
Complete your assignments
Participate in online discussion forums and chat session
Complete any self-checks and tests associated with your course
To begin the Student Orientation tutorial:
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Log into Moodle following the instructions above.
Select the “Student Orientation”
Click the arrow beside each heading to expand the desired course block.
Work through each item until complete.
REQUIRED ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES
As indicated above, the Student Orientation is designed to set you up for success in the
program. The following items are mandatory and must be completed prior to course start:
1) Connect to the Case Western Reserve University Virtual Private Networking
2) Academic Integrity Policy Acknowledgement
3) Required Pre-Tests - The Student Orientation includes two required Pre-Tests for the
MSSA Outcomes Assessment that must be completed prior to the beginning of your first
course. Please complete be sure to complete the following Pre-Tests:
 Self-efficacy pretest
 Practice licensure exam
4) Adobe Connect Training
5) Harris Library Tutorials and Quizzes
6) Supplemental Workshops
 APA Tools & Rules
 Writing Matters Workshop
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FIELD EDUCATION ORIENTATION - STUDENT
We have also created a second orientation designed to prepare you for the Field Education
portion of the MSSA. The purpose of the Field Education Orientation – Student is to:
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Provide specific information regarding the field education process.
Introduce you to the forms and documents needed for field.
Answer all of your questions related to field education.
Relieve any anxiety related to the field education process.
To begin the student orientation tutorial:
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Log into Moodle following the instructions above.
Select the “Field Education Orientation - Student”
Click the arrow beside each heading to expand the desired course block.
Work through each item until complete.
IMPORTANT! All students are required to complete all activities listed in the Student Orientation
and the Field Education Orientation. These activities will take approximately 6-8 hours to
complete, so please be sure to set aside enough time. If you have questions about any of the
orientations or tutorials, please contact your Program Coordinator.
ACCESS TO COURSES
As mentioned above, all courses in the Online MSSA program will be made available to you
through Moodle. You will have access to your first 8-week course and Field Study courses on
Monday, September 2, 2013.
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TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS
General recommendations for computer hardware can be found here:
http://case.edu/its/estore/documents/comp_specs.pdf
MSSA SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Webcam
Headset and microphone
Please note that while these items often come imbedded in your laptop or desktop computer,
we do recommend that you purchase a separate headset with headphones and a microphone.
These can be purchased at vendors such as Best Buy, Amazon, Case Western’s Barnes and
Noble Bookstore.
IMPORTANT! These items are required before the start of class so that you may participate in
any live sessions, office hours or meetings with your Field Instructor and Field Advisor.
SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS
Minimum requirements for PC users:
Browser: Preferred Mozilla Firefox 4.0+, or Internet Explorer 8+, Google Chrome
Operating System: Windows XP/Vista/7
Modem: High-speed Broadband Connection
Audio: Sound card and speakers
Adobe Flash 10+ required for some courses
Minimum Requirements for MAC users:
Browser: Preferred Mozilla Firefox 4.0+, or Safari 5.0+
Operating System: Mac OS X 10.4+
Modem: High-speed Broadband Connection
Audio: Sound card and speakers
Adobe Flash 10+ required for some courses
To confirm that your Browser is compatible with Moodle and up to date with the latest plugin, go
to our Online Support Center and select the link to “Check My Browser”
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CASE WESTERN RESERVE ONLINE LIBRARY ACCESS
The Lillian F. & Milford J. Harris Library supports the Mandel School social work students
and curriculum. Electronic access is available through the following resources:
Harris Library – http://msass.case.edu/harrislibrary/
Library Catalog- http://catalog.case.edu/
eBooks- http://library.case.edu/ksl/researchtools/ebooks/
Research Databases- http://library.case.edu/databases/
eJournals- http://lu4ld3lr5v.search.serialssolutions.com/
OhioLINK- http://www.ohiolink.edu/
Access to the research databases, e-journals, e-books and e-reserves requires
connecting to the CWRU network through Virtual Private Networking (VPN). Use the same
login to connect with VPN as you would for SIS, Moodle and your CWRU e-mail.
During the regular academic year,
the Harris library is open:
Monday – Thursday 8:00 am to 7:00
pm ET
Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm ET
Saturday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm ET
Sunday 11:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET
Research/reference help is available:
Monday – Thursday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
ET
Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm ET
Saturday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm ET (on
Intensive Weekend Saturdays)
Hours are subject to change during on-campus breaks, national holidays, and during the
summer months of May – August.
Do you have a research question or an inquiry about the Harris Library policies and your
library account?
Phone: 1.216.368.2302; toll free 1.800.944.2290, ext. 2302 – Circulation & Reference Desk
Email: Research help - harrisref@case.edu; Questions about your library account or library
policies – harriscirc@case.edu
Alternative 24x7 Chat: KnowItNow Academic, a service of OhioLINK, is available when the
Harris Library is closed. Visit: http://academic.knowitnow.org/
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STUDENT IDS- CASEONECARD
The CWRU “CaseOneCard” provides students with access to the library, the eStore
(hardware and software), and other student-centered information. To obtain the card, please
follow the instructions below:
1) Access the following link: http://www.case.edu/accessservices/
2) Under “IDs & Access” from the menu bar across the top, select “Submit my CWRU
Photo”
3) You will be directed to a new page where you can select “New Graduate/Professional
Students”
4) Follow the instructions as outlined. Please note that you will be required to provide
your 7- digit student ID number. This can be found on your official acceptance letter
or by contacting Student Support Services.
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CHECKLIST
Activity
Check when
complete
Complete Field Education Proposal and Field Study Checklist

Complete Financial Aid Paperwork /Accept Award (if necessary)

Pay Tuition (Out of Pocket students only)

Order Course Materials

Set up CWRU Network ID

Set up Virtual Private Networking (VPN)

Complete Student Orientation Activities (available via Moodle)

Complete Pre-tests located in the Student Orientation (available via
Moodle)

Complete Field Study Orientation (available via Moodle)

Check for Technical Requirements

Purchase Webcam and Separate Microphone and Headset

Connect to and Review Online Library Resources

Obtain Student ID Card

Check in with Program Coordinator

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