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Effective Learning and Teaching in Social Policy and Social Work
Contributor(s): Burgess, Hilary (Editor), Taylor, Imogen (Editor)
ISBN: 0415334950     ISBN-13: 9780415334952
Publisher: Routledge
OUR PRICE:   $59.80  
Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats
Published: November 2004
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Annotation: Written to meet the needs of teachers, lecturers, and tutors working at different levels and in many situations, this is the guide to understanding the key issues, best practices, and new developments in social work and social policy. This thoughtful, practical guide covers subjects such as: managing the learning environment, learning on and off the campus, curriculum design and delivery, developing reflection, and international perspectives on education for social policy and practice. Edited by experienced members of the LTSN social work and social policy subject center, it will be essential reading for both new and experienced lecturers.
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Political Science | Public Policy - Social Services & Welfare
- Education | Curricula
- Education | Higher
Dewey: 361.25
LCCN: 2004006777
Series: Effective Learning and Teaching in Higher Education
Physical Information: 0.63" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.17 lbs) 250 pages
 
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Publisher Description:

Written to meet the needs of teachers, lecturers, tutors and trainers, this is the essential guide to understanding the key issues in learning and teaching in social policy and social work - as well as related areas such as early childhood studies, youth and community work and probation studies.
The field of social care is constantly changing, and this book acts an accessible introduction to all the core concerns that will be critical to teaching professionals working in the field today. Key areas covered include curriculum planning, design and delivery of teaching, assessment, promoting inclusion, e-learning and interprofessional practice. This book also aims to provide an international perspective, outlining innovative best practice from around the world.
Written for undergraduate and postgraduate level teaching, less experienced teachers looking for authoritative, expert guidance will find this title indispensable, as will more experienced professionals seeking material for reflection.