Acknowledgements

Gratitude & Recognition

With Appreciation

This project was made possible through institutional support, individual guidance, and a shared commitment to open and accessible education.

Middle Tennessee State University Open Educational Resources

Grant support

The development of this project was made possible through support from the Middle Tennessee State University Open Educational Resources (OER) Affordable Course Materials Grant, administered by the James E. Walker Library at Middle Tennessee State University. The broader efforts of the MTSU OER program continue to reduce barriers to learning by promoting high-quality, no-cost educational materials that strengthen student access and academic success.

Ginelle Baskin

Open Education Librarian · James E. Walker Library

Special appreciation is extended to Ginelle Baskin for her continued guidance, encouragement, and commitment to expanding affordable and accessible educational opportunities for students and faculty. Her leadership within the OER initiative provided both practical support and meaningful direction throughout the project’s development.

With thanks

Vickie Harden, MSSW, Ph.D.

Professor and Chair, MSW Program Coordinator · Department of Social Work

With gratitude for her support of this project and for shaping the themes and focus of the original course on which this textbook is based.

Caleb M. Smith, MSW

Graduate Assistant

With thanks for the editing and critical perspective he contributed throughout this project.


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