Avril Bellinger (Author, Editor), Deirdre Ford (Author, Editor)
Practice Placement in Social Work: Innovative Approaches for Effective Teaching and Learning
- ISBN 13:
- 9781447318613
- author:
- Avril Bellinger (Author, Editor), Deirdre Ford (Author, Editor)
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Policy Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 21.4 x 14.9 x 1.9 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
This collection of innovative approaches to social work placements offers hope for educators and professionals in the field. Written by practice educators, students, and academics, it addresses key subjects including sustainability, student-led services, overseas placements, and supporting students from minority groups.
Featuring international and diverse contributions, this book provides practical guidance on challenging conventional approaches to placement finding, teaching, and assessment in field education. It is essential reading for anyone responsible for ensuring quality placements for future professionals.
With a global social work perspective, this book offers valuable insights into the value of the third sector and the importance of visual arts in social work practice. A must-have resource for those involved in educating social work professionals, it provides a fresh approach to addressing the challenges facing the field today.