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Social Work Theory
Social work students need to be able to link theory to their practice on placement.
The need to support students in this area often causes anxiety for practice educators
and placement supervisors.
The first edition of this book was used widely by practice educators in supporting
student learning in relation to theory and practice. It was so popular that many
students started to use the book themselves - in response we published another
book written specifically for students “Theory and A Straightforward Guide
for Social Work Students”.
This all new edition of Social Work Theory still begins by introducing the concept of
theory and practice, reminding practice educators and supervisors about the ways
in which they use and apply theory every day in some aspect of their practice. Ideas
are given on exercises to assist students in developing their own understanding of the
use of theory in their practice.
Subsequent sections briefly outline some of the key social work theories and models
which will apply to any practice learning environment. Suggestions for further reading
are provided throughout the text as are ideas for exercises to use with students. This
second edition sees the inclusion of some newer theories and models such as the
McDonaldization of social work. All the chapters have been reviewed and updated
and more recent thinking on the theories and models is included.
Siobhan Maclean has been a practice educator since 1992. She has worked with
more than 200 students since then, mostly as an independent off site practice
educator. Siobhan continues to learn from students every day. She has a particular
interest in making theory accessible and in encouraging students to recognise the
direct applicability of theory in every day social work practice.
Rob Harrison has worked in several voluntary sector settings since 1996. He
completed his Practice Teaching Award in 2007 and has enjoyed working with several
social work students as an on site practice educator and supervisor. Rob shares
Siobhan’s passion for writing accessible publications and they have written a number
of books together.
The need to support students in this area often causes anxiety for practice educators
and placement supervisors.
The first edition of this book was used widely by practice educators in supporting
student learning in relation to theory and practice. It was so popular that many
students started to use the book themselves - in response we published another
book written specifically for students “Theory and A Straightforward Guide
for Social Work Students”.
This all new edition of Social Work Theory still begins by introducing the concept of
theory and practice, reminding practice educators and supervisors about the ways
in which they use and apply theory every day in some aspect of their practice. Ideas
are given on exercises to assist students in developing their own understanding of the
use of theory in their practice.
Subsequent sections briefly outline some of the key social work theories and models
which will apply to any practice learning environment. Suggestions for further reading
are provided throughout the text as are ideas for exercises to use with students. This
second edition sees the inclusion of some newer theories and models such as the
McDonaldization of social work. All the chapters have been reviewed and updated
and more recent thinking on the theories and models is included.
Siobhan Maclean has been a practice educator since 1992. She has worked with
more than 200 students since then, mostly as an independent off site practice
educator. Siobhan continues to learn from students every day. She has a particular
interest in making theory accessible and in encouraging students to recognise the
direct applicability of theory in every day social work practice.
Rob Harrison has worked in several voluntary sector settings since 1996. He
completed his Practice Teaching Award in 2007 and has enjoyed working with several
social work students as an on site practice educator and supervisor. Rob shares
Siobhan’s passion for writing accessible publications and they have written a number
of books together.
- GenresSocial Work
221 pages, Spiral-bound
First published January 30, 2015
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February 10, 2019
Brilliant refresher for a first time practice educator
Great breakdown and summary of important theories to help students to identify what they are using in their practice. Easy reading.
Great breakdown and summary of important theories to help students to identify what they are using in their practice. Easy reading.
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