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An Introduction to Applying Social Work Theories and Methods

Author : Barbra Teater
Publisher : Open University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780335237784
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (377 download)

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Book Synopsis An Introduction to Applying Social Work Theories and Methods by : Barbra Teater

Download or read book An Introduction to Applying Social Work Theories and Methods written by Barbra Teater and published by Open University Press. This book was released on 2010-07-01 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Does social work need another theory book? The answer has to be a resounding 'yes'. This is a broad-based, authoritative and above all, accessible introduction to some key theories in social work. Each chapter follows a logical structure, beginning with the theory explained and moving onto basic assumptions, using theory in practice, strengths and limitations and wider considerations. The book will be useful for social work students and educators alike." Professor Viviene E. Cree, School of Social & Political Science, The University of Edinburgh, UK This practical book provides a basic introduction to the most commonly used theories and methods in social work practice. The book explores the concept of a theory and a method, the difference between the two and the ways in which they are connected. Teater also discusses the social worker-client relationship and offers a handy overview of anti-oppressive practice. Assuming little to no prior knowledge, each chapter explores a single theory or method in depth and uses a variety of interactive tools to encourage you to explore your own thoughts and beliefs. Step-by-step illustrations show how to apply the theory/method to a social work case example and exercises, questions, diagrams, tables and figures all encourage further learning. An Introduction to Applying Social Work Theories and Methods is a practical guide for social work students to use both in the classroom and as a reference guide while on placement. Equally, this book is a useful reference for social work practitioners. Contributor David Kondrat

Applying Theory to Generalist Social Work Practice

Author : Carol L. Langer
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118859766
Total Pages : 338 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (188 download)

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Download or read book Applying Theory to Generalist Social Work Practice written by Carol L. Langer and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-12-31 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The social worker's guide to integrating theory and practice Applying Theory to Generalist Social Work Practice teaches aspiring social workers how to apply theory in real world practice. Fully aligned with the Council on Social Work Education's 2015 Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards, the book links theory to practice with clear, concise instruction including a discussion of evidence-based practice. Twelve commonly-used theories are thoroughly explained, with discussion of the strengths and limitations of each, and applied to real work with individuals, groups, families, communities, and organizations. The book includes case studies and first-person contributions from practicing social workers to illustrate the real-world scenarios in which different concepts apply. Critical thinking questions help students strengthen their understanding of the ideas presented. Tools including a test bank, PowerPoint slides, and an instructor's manual are available to facilitate classroom use, providing a single-volume guide to the entire helping process, from engagement to termination. Practice is a core foundational course for future social workers, but many practice texts focus on skills while neglecting the theoretical basis for social work. Applying Theory to Generalist Social Work Practice fills that gap by covering both skills and theory in a single text. Examines the applications of prevailing social theories Covers the most common theories used in micro, mezzo, and macro practice Helps readers understand well-established approaches like strengths perspective, humanistic and client-centered, task-centered, and solution-focused brief therapy Shows how to apply major theories including ecological/system, cognitive/behavioral, conflict, empowerment, narrative, crisis, critical, and feminist An effective social worker recognizes the link between theory and practice, and how the two inform each other to culminate in the most effective intervention and most positive outcome for the client. Applying Theory to Generalist Social Work Practice provides students with a roadmap to the full integration of philosophy and application in social work.

An Introduction to Using Theory in Social Work Practice

Author : James A. Forte
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317929535
Total Pages : 244 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (179 download)

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Book Synopsis An Introduction to Using Theory in Social Work Practice by : James A. Forte

Download or read book An Introduction to Using Theory in Social Work Practice written by James A. Forte and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-01-21 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Introduction to Using Theory in Social Work Practice equips the reader to use fourteen key social work theories to guide each phase of the planned change process, from engagement through to evaluation. Suitable for a generalist approach, this book illustrates the value of applying theory to practice in a variety of social work roles, across diverse fields and facing assorted challenges. The first section provides a practical foundation for beginning to use theory in your social work practice. Section two looks at how you can translate and integrate fourteen theories commonly found in social work across each phase of the planned change process. The theories discussed are: behavioural, interpretive anthropology, psychodynamic, evolutionary biology, cognitive, symbolic interactionism, strengths, social constructionism exchange economics, role, ecological, critical, feminist, and systems theory. The final section addresses some key issues for real life social work practice, including common barriers to using theory in practice, the potential for multi-professional communication and theory-sharing, and developing an integrative theoretical model for your own personal practice. Linking to core competencies identified by the Council of Social Work Education, this text supports social work students and practitioners in developing vital skills, including critical thinking, applying theory and the effective use of the planned change process.

An Introduction to Applying Social Work Theories and Methods

Author : Barbra Teater
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Education (UK)
ISBN 13 : 0335247644
Total Pages : 282 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (352 download)

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Book Synopsis An Introduction to Applying Social Work Theories and Methods by : Barbra Teater

Download or read book An Introduction to Applying Social Work Theories and Methods written by Barbra Teater and published by McGraw-Hill Education (UK). This book was released on 2014-03-01 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A student-friendly introduction to social work theories and methods, drawing on current social work research.

Psychology for Social Work Theory and Practice

Author : Paula Nicolson
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1350312940
Total Pages : 316 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (53 download)

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Download or read book Psychology for Social Work Theory and Practice written by Paula Nicolson and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2014-05-06 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new edition from a trusted author team bridges the gap between psychological theory and social work practice. Revisited and re-structured to reflect the changing social work context, it provides an authoritative introduction to the key ideas, skills and research from psychology and highlights their role within effective social work practice. Whether you are a student or a practitioner of social work, this book is a vital and practical resource that will enhance your knowledge, skills and practice. New to this Edition: - Includes content which is of relevance across a number of social work modules - Contains new chapters on reflection and the psychological context of social work organisations - A range of new pedagogical features that support the practical application of the book

Making sense of theory and its application to social work practice

Author : Phil Musson
Publisher : Critical Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1911106678
Total Pages : 174 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (111 download)

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Download or read book Making sense of theory and its application to social work practice written by Phil Musson and published by Critical Publishing. This book was released on 2017-06-08 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you struggle to get your head around the application of theory and associated methods of intervention to social work practice? Making sense of theory and its application to social work practice is here to help you with a fresh approach written with the ‘non- theoretician’ in mind. After exploring the expectations and limits of application of theory to practice, Phil Musson sets about describing theories of explanation and their associated methods of intervention in an accessible way. He follows this by looking at theoretically driven approaches and their associated methods of intervention. One generic case study is used throughout, tweaked slightly but maintaining the same service users and issues so you can see how the theory of explanation or approach and the associated method of intervention is applied. You are also able to sharpen up your critical thinking skills as the author invites you to reflect on the theories of explanation and approaches discussed. Making Sense of Theory and its Application to Social Work Practice will be immensely valuable to both social work students and practitioners.

Social Work Theories and Methods

Author : Mel Gray
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 1446204995
Total Pages : 249 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (462 download)

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Download or read book Social Work Theories and Methods written by Mel Gray and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2012-06-21 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: `An excellent book that provides a good deal of valuable material to stimulate debate and to alert readers of the need to engage more critically with the wider world in which social work is located′ - Professor Keith Popple, Professor of Social Work London South Bank University This exciting book draws together the key contemporary theories, theorists and perspectives used in social work and explains how they are applied in practice and critiqued by social workers. It provides: - An outline of the contribution made by a key theorist, theory or perspective to social work - A selective bibliography of each thinker or approach - A glossary defining key traditions, with cross links to key theorists and perspectives - A timeline of key publications - Study questions at the end of each chapter. The book will be valuable for undergraduate, graduate students, post qualifying students and researchers in social work.

Social Work Theory in Practice

Author : Philip Heslop
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 1529738296
Total Pages : 319 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (297 download)

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Book Synopsis Social Work Theory in Practice by : Philip Heslop

Download or read book Social Work Theory in Practice written by Philip Heslop and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2020-11-11 with total page 319 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A step-by-step guide to the underpinning theoretical knowledge in social work helping your students to confidently apply theory in practice. - Exercises will help them get to grips with the essentials and reflect on learning. - Case studies from eight fictional social workers located in a busy local authority office will allow them to explore a range of different practice experience, theoretical perspectives and approaches to understanding situations and identifying possible courses of action. - The authors’ own experiences will show the importance of reflection, supervision and continual learning to help them prepare for the reality of practice.

Social Work

Author : Marie Connolly
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1107458633
Total Pages : 229 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (74 download)

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Book Synopsis Social Work by : Marie Connolly

Download or read book Social Work written by Marie Connolly and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2015-08-25 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This second edition includes material on mind, body and spirit social work, mindfulness, and enhanced content on Indigenous social work.

Understanding and Using Theory in Social Work

Author : Juliette Oko
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 0857254979
Total Pages : 158 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (572 download)

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Download or read book Understanding and Using Theory in Social Work written by Juliette Oko and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2011 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written in an accessible style, this title introduces theory as an explanatory framework that is drawn upon by the social worker to inform their decision-making process, by helping to 'make sense' of what is going on.

Human Behavior Theory for Social Work Practice

Author : Terry Koenig
Publisher : SAGE Publications
ISBN 13 : 1506304907
Total Pages : 457 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (63 download)

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Download or read book Human Behavior Theory for Social Work Practice written by Terry Koenig and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2019-03-06 with total page 457 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Human Behavior Theory for Social Work Practice provides an in-depth examination of human behavior theories and helps students apply each theory to social work practice. Authors Terry Koenig, Rick Spano, and John Thompson cover a broad spectrum of theories—including ecological, psychological, and sociopolitical—before applying them to a wide range of case examples that represent different stages across the human lifespan. Drawing from their extensive knowledge and experience in social work practice and teaching, the authors also feature scholarly research and writing to support the understanding of the theoretical overview in each chapter.

Essential Theory for Social Work Practice

Author : Chris Beckett
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 9781412908740
Total Pages : 220 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (87 download)

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Download or read book Essential Theory for Social Work Practice written by Chris Beckett and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2006-04-06 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presenting a different approach to the realities of everyday social work practice, this text includes exercises, case examples, chapter summaries, and practice notes, enabling students to apply theory to practice as they progress.

Social Work Theory and Practice

Author : Lesley Deacon
Publisher : Learning Matters
ISBN 13 : 1473987466
Total Pages : 257 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (739 download)

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Download or read book Social Work Theory and Practice written by Lesley Deacon and published by Learning Matters. This book was released on 2017-01-13 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Understanding how theory informs social work practice is an area that students can often find challenging. This book will help students understand how theory impacts and informs social work practice across a range of contexts and with different service user groups. It starts off by briefly setting the context, introducing students to the importance of social work theory and its development over the years, before moving on to look at different types of theory across 17 tightly structured chapters. These cover a range of psychological theories, sociological theories, ethics and moral philosophies, political theories and ideologies, and organisational theories.

Human Behavior Theory and Social Work Practice

Author : Roberta R. Greene
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1351310348
Total Pages : 354 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (513 download)

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Download or read book Human Behavior Theory and Social Work Practice written by Roberta R. Greene and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-07-28 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Human Behavior Theory and Social Work Practice remains a foundation work for those interested in the practice and teaching of social work. Roberta Greene covers theoretical areas and individual theorists including classical psychoanalytic thought, Eriksonian theory, Carl Rogers, cognitive theory, systems theory, ecological perspectives, social construction, feminism, and genetics. She discusses the historical context, its philosophical roots, and major assumptions of each theory. The general theme, which distinguishes this volume, is that the person-in-environment perspective has been a central influence in the formation of the profession's knowledge base, as well as its approach to practice. Greene provides perspective on how individuals and social systems interact. This book examines how social workers can use theory to shape social work practice by increasing his or her understanding of and potential for enhancing human well-being. Greene covers the relationship between human behavior theory and professional social work practice. She also explores the challenges and limitations of each theory and addresses the following issues: how the theory serves as a framework for social work practice; how the theory lends itself to an understanding of individual, family, group, community, or organizational behavior; what the implications are of the theory for social work interventions or practice strategies; and what role it proposes for the social worker as a change agent. Throughout the profession's history, social workers have turned to a number of theoretical approaches for the organizing concepts needed to define their practice base. The aims of social work--to improve societal conditions and to enhance social functioning of and between individuals, families, and groups--are put into action across all fields of practice and realized through a variety of methods in a range of settings. This third edition, completely revised, represents a fundamental contribution to the field, and like its predecessors, will be widely used as a basic text.

Social Work Treatment

Author : Francis J. Turner
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0199831963
Total Pages : 610 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (998 download)

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Download or read book Social Work Treatment written by Francis J. Turner and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2011-03-15 with total page 610 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 1974, Social Work Treatment remains the most popular and trusted compendium of theories available to social work students and practitioners. It explores the full range of theoretical approaches that drive social work treatment and knowledge development, from psychoanalysis to crisis intervention. This treasure trove of practice knowledge equips professionals with a broad array of theoretical approaches, each of which shine a spotlight on a different aspect of the human condition. Emphasizing the importance of a broad-based theoretical approach to practice, it helps the reader avoid the pitfalls of becoming overly identified with a narrow focus that limits their understanding of clients and their contexts. This sweeping overview of the field untangles the increasingly complex problems, ideologies, and value sets that define contemporary social work practice. The result is an essential A-to-Z reference that charts the full range of theoretical approaches available to social workers regardless of their setting or specialty.

Social Theory for Social Work

Author : Christopher Thorpe
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1135985588
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (359 download)

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Download or read book Social Theory for Social Work written by Christopher Thorpe and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-09-28 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Trying to understand how the world looks through the eyes of individuals and groups and how it shapes the ways they think and act is something social workers do all the time. It is what social theorists do too. This book identifies and explains in a highly accessible manner the absolute value of social theory for social work. Drawing on the theoretical ideas and perspectives of a wide range of classical and modern social theorists, the book demonstrates the insights their work can bring to bear on a wide range of social work practice scenarios, issues and debates. Departing with the work of the classical theorists, the book covers a diverse range of theoretical traditions including phenomenology, symbolic interactionism, Norbert Elias, Michel Foucault, Pierre Bourdieu, feminism and globalization theory. Putting to work ideas from these different perspectives, a range of social work scenarios, issues and debates are opened up and explored. The final chapter brings together the various theoretical strands, and critically considers the contribution they can make towards realizing core social work values in a rapidly globalizing world. Demonstrating exactly how and in what ways social theory can make important and enduring contributions to social work, Social Theory for Social Work is essentialial reading for social work students, practitioners and professionals alike.

Applying Critical Thinking and Analysis in Social Work

Author : Michaela Rogers
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 152648269X
Total Pages : 230 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (264 download)

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Download or read book Applying Critical Thinking and Analysis in Social Work written by Michaela Rogers and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2019-04-08 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This highly practical guidebook will help you develop the critical and analytical skills essential to your successful social work education and evidence-informed, reflective practice. Key features include: Theoretical break down and simplification of key theories How to avoid common pitfalls Activities to help you cement your learning Case studies applicable in practice. This will support you right from the very beginning of your programme through to the end of your final placement and into practice.