Question

perform a needs assessment of the organization and community for your practicum. Review the needs assessment to identify possible project topics.

compile a list of three to five possible topics for your project

Answer 1

Needs assessment identifies the strengths and resources available in the community and organization to meet the needs of community members. The assessment focuses on the capabilities of the community, including its citizens, agencies, and organizations.

An example is need for public transportation in a community.

To perform a needs assessment consider the following steps.

· Step 1: Scope the needs assessment.

· Step 2: Determine assessment criteria.

· Step 3: Plan for data collection.

· Step 4: Collect, analyse and present data.

· Step 5: Apply the criteria and prioritise needs.

· Step 6: Identify next steps and report back.

Example

Find the need- through conducting a Needs Assessment

Is the gap a knowledge, skill or practice? Determine “What is the best practice? “

Determine the Purpose of the Activity then develop the learning objectives to “closing the gap”

Five possible project topics are

1. Education

2. Job oppurtunities

3. Emergence of technologies

4. Access to health care facilities

5. Coverage of health insurance.