Reflective Reader: Social Work and Human Development [Paperback]

This book is an original way to introduce students and practitioners to reflective learning and knowledge-based practice, both of which are key aspects of a social worker's role. Readers will consider the impact of social work practice from a life course perspective by using extracts from topical research, theory, academic texts and national strategy and policy. Numerous activities prompt personal reflection and help readers to develop skills in critical analysis, as well as providing ways in which they can evidence the impact this learning has on their professional development.Practical introduction to reflective learning and knowledge-based practice.The book makes the critical link between lifespan theory, and contemporary social work practice, which it does really well. As usual, the text refers to national standards and theories in social work.Introduction
Human life course development and social work practice
Early childhood development
Development in the middle years of childhood
Development in adolescence
Development in adulthood
Development in later adulthood
Developing as a reflective practitioner
References
Glossary
Index