Essential Theory for Social Work Practice
- Chris Beckett - University of East Anglia, UK
- Nigel Horner - Lincoln University
New chapters bring the book right up to date and include Relationship-based Work, The Importance of Language, Political Perspectives and Environmental Intervention.
Written by two well-established and expert authors, this is the 'must-have' theory text for all social work students.
Excellent book to help students relate theory to practice - a key aid in social work placements,.
A wide range of theory presented in an attractive and accessible manner that is appropriate for Year One social work students.
A very useful book which gives clear accounts of social work theories and promotes critical thinking.
This is an excellent text which comprehensively covers this subject area.
Easy to read and clearly set out with exercises and practice notes, Covers the topics with enough depth for the groups being taught.
For future editions, could the skills requirements be linked to the PCF or KSS?
This text covers many of the key themes and issues I would like my MA students to get to grips with in their first term, so I will definitely be suggesting relevant chapters to accompany their practice-based learning.
A good overview book of core Social Work theories which students can get to grip with. Nicely presented book.
This book is student friendly, accessible and an easy read. This introduces students to theory which is essential in Social Work Practice. The presentation of the book is very well organised. It concentrates on practice issues and therefore is essential for building the foundations of social work theory for level one BSc or MSc students.
All the basic knowledge is there for second year students.
All the basic knowledge is there for second year students.
Perhaps a shame that the theories are not more clearly signposted - e.g in the chapter titles...
