| Informal Learning in Youth Work Contributor(s): Batsleer, Janet (Author) |
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ISBN: 1412946190 ISBN-13: 9781412946193 Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd OUR PRICE: $66.50 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: June 2008 Annotation: Informal Learning in Youth Work offers fresh perspectives on all aspects of informal education in the youth work setting. Designed to develop the reader's knowledge and skills, this comprehensive textbook explores key issues such as communication, power relations, ethics, gender exclusion, sexuality, race discrimination and social class. The author places particular emphasis on conversation as a key means of promoting informal learning and engaging effectively with young people. Other key features include: " case studies that illustrate the application of theory to real-life' practice " an emphasis on critical reflection, including reflective questions " an easily accessible style, with key terms and tips for further reading " a four-part structure guiding the reader through different stages of conversations and relationships in informal education. Informal Learning in Youth Work provides a unique combination of theoretical analysis and practice tips. Satisfying training and course requirements in the area, it will be essential reading for all students on youth and community work courses, as well as those in allied fields such as education and social work. It will also be a valuable reference for practitioners working with young people on a daily basis. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Education | Educational Psychology - Education | Professional Development |
| Dewey: 362.707 |
| LCCN: 2007932295 |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 6.7" W x 9.4" (0.70 lbs) 208 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Informal Learning in Youth Work offers fresh perspectives on all aspects of informal education in the youth work setting. Designed to develop the reader′s knowledge and skills, this comprehensive textbook explores key issues such as communication, power relations, ethics, gender exclusion, sexuality, race discrimination, and social class. The author places particular emphasis on conversation as a key means of promoting informal learning and engaging effectively with young people. |
Contributor Bio(s): Batsleer, Janet: - Janet Batsleer is Principal Lecturer and Head of Youth and Community Work at Manchester Metropolitan University. |