Author: Karen K. Kirst-Ashman
Publisher: Cengage Learning
ISBN: 9781305388390
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Karen K. Kirst-Ashman's introductory book enhances readers' ability to grasp the essence and spirit of generalist social work and the issues in social welfare that social workers address every day. Giving those who are contemplating a career in social work a solid introduction to the profession, Kirst-Ashman presents a balanced introductory look within a unifying theme of critical thinking that trains readers to be more evaluative of key concepts. This fifth edition is completely updated in every chapter, and includes practice concepts, social welfare policy concepts, history and current state of the profession, the contexts of practice and populations served, and professional development. Written in a clear and straightforward manner, the book provides numerous case examples to illustrate social work practice. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Empowerment Series: Introduction to Social Work & Social Welfare: Critical Thinking Perspectives
Author: Karen K. Kirst-Ashman
Publisher: Cengage Learning
ISBN: 9781305388390
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Karen K. Kirst-Ashman's introductory book enhances readers' ability to grasp the essence and spirit of generalist social work and the issues in social welfare that social workers address every day. Giving those who are contemplating a career in social work a solid introduction to the profession, Kirst-Ashman presents a balanced introductory look within a unifying theme of critical thinking that trains readers to be more evaluative of key concepts. This fifth edition is completely updated in every chapter, and includes practice concepts, social welfare policy concepts, history and current state of the profession, the contexts of practice and populations served, and professional development. Written in a clear and straightforward manner, the book provides numerous case examples to illustrate social work practice. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Publisher: Cengage Learning
ISBN: 9781305388390
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Karen K. Kirst-Ashman's introductory book enhances readers' ability to grasp the essence and spirit of generalist social work and the issues in social welfare that social workers address every day. Giving those who are contemplating a career in social work a solid introduction to the profession, Kirst-Ashman presents a balanced introductory look within a unifying theme of critical thinking that trains readers to be more evaluative of key concepts. This fifth edition is completely updated in every chapter, and includes practice concepts, social welfare policy concepts, history and current state of the profession, the contexts of practice and populations served, and professional development. Written in a clear and straightforward manner, the book provides numerous case examples to illustrate social work practice. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare
Author: Karen Kay Kirst-Ashman
Publisher: Brooks Cole
ISBN: 9780495002444
Category : Public welfare
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
For this introduction to social work, Kirst-Ashman (social work, U. of Wisconsin-Whitewater) focuses on the essence of generalist social work and the social welfare problems that social workers address every day. The themes integrated throughout the text include the pursuit of social and economic justice for populations at risk; client empowerment.
Publisher: Brooks Cole
ISBN: 9780495002444
Category : Public welfare
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
For this introduction to social work, Kirst-Ashman (social work, U. of Wisconsin-Whitewater) focuses on the essence of generalist social work and the social welfare problems that social workers address every day. The themes integrated throughout the text include the pursuit of social and economic justice for populations at risk; client empowerment.
Introduction to Social Work & Social Welfare
Author: Karen Kirst-Ashman
Publisher: Cengage Learning
ISBN: 9781133354987
Category : Public welfare
Languages : en
Pages : 576
Book Description
Designed to give your students a solid introduction to the profession of social work, INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL WORK AND SOCIAL WELFARE, 4E, International Edition helps students understand the issues that social workers address every day. Using clear, engaging prose, author Kirst-Ashman presents a balanced overview within a unifying theme of critical thinking that will train students to be more evaluative of key concepts. In addition, studying is made easy with the Book Companion Website, which provides students with opportunities to complete self-assessments as well as pre- and post-tests for each chapter. Thoughtful case studies found throughout the text show you what social-work practice looks like in different contexts and with different populations. INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL WORK AND SOCIAL WELFARE, 4E, International Edition also boasts a thorough set of instructor focused resources that helps instructors streamline and maximize the effectiveness of their course preparation.
Publisher: Cengage Learning
ISBN: 9781133354987
Category : Public welfare
Languages : en
Pages : 576
Book Description
Designed to give your students a solid introduction to the profession of social work, INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL WORK AND SOCIAL WELFARE, 4E, International Edition helps students understand the issues that social workers address every day. Using clear, engaging prose, author Kirst-Ashman presents a balanced overview within a unifying theme of critical thinking that will train students to be more evaluative of key concepts. In addition, studying is made easy with the Book Companion Website, which provides students with opportunities to complete self-assessments as well as pre- and post-tests for each chapter. Thoughtful case studies found throughout the text show you what social-work practice looks like in different contexts and with different populations. INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL WORK AND SOCIAL WELFARE, 4E, International Edition also boasts a thorough set of instructor focused resources that helps instructors streamline and maximize the effectiveness of their course preparation.
Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare
Author: Zastrow
Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing Company
ISBN: 9780534608477
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Workbook with chapter summaries and experiential exercises.
Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing Company
ISBN: 9780534608477
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Workbook with chapter summaries and experiential exercises.
Social Work and Social Welfare
Author: Marla Berg-Weger
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1136314342
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 427
Book Description
Social Work and Social Welfare: An Invitation is a nationally recognized, best-selling text and unique website for US Introductory Social Work and Social Welfare courses. It provides students with the knowledge, skills, and values that are essential for working with individuals, families, groups, organizations, communities, and public policy in a variety of practice settings. This new third edition is an up-to-date profile of the world in which today’s social workers practice, with current demographic, statistical, legislative, policy, and research information; sensitive discussions of contemporary ethical issues; and new first-person narratives from social workers in a variety of fields. The call to become engaged in some of society’s most challenging issues is clearer than in previous editions.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1136314342
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 427
Book Description
Social Work and Social Welfare: An Invitation is a nationally recognized, best-selling text and unique website for US Introductory Social Work and Social Welfare courses. It provides students with the knowledge, skills, and values that are essential for working with individuals, families, groups, organizations, communities, and public policy in a variety of practice settings. This new third edition is an up-to-date profile of the world in which today’s social workers practice, with current demographic, statistical, legislative, policy, and research information; sensitive discussions of contemporary ethical issues; and new first-person narratives from social workers in a variety of fields. The call to become engaged in some of society’s most challenging issues is clearer than in previous editions.
Empowerment Series: Understanding Human Behavior and the Social Environment
Author: Charles Zastrow
Publisher: Cengage Learning
ISBN: 9781337556477
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
UNDERSTANDING HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND THE SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT, 11th Edition, looks at the lifespan through the lens of social work theory and practice, covering human development and behavior theories within the context of individual, family, group, organizational, and community systems. Using a chronological lifespan approach, the book presents separate chapters on biological, psychological, and social impacts at the different lifespan stages with an emphasis on strengths and empowerment. Part of the Brooks/Cole Empowerment Series, this edition is up to date and thoroughly integrates the core competencies and recommended behaviors outlined in the current Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) set by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Publisher: Cengage Learning
ISBN: 9781337556477
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
UNDERSTANDING HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND THE SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT, 11th Edition, looks at the lifespan through the lens of social work theory and practice, covering human development and behavior theories within the context of individual, family, group, organizational, and community systems. Using a chronological lifespan approach, the book presents separate chapters on biological, psychological, and social impacts at the different lifespan stages with an emphasis on strengths and empowerment. Part of the Brooks/Cole Empowerment Series, this edition is up to date and thoroughly integrates the core competencies and recommended behaviors outlined in the current Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) set by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare
Author: Karen K. Kirst-Ashman
Publisher: Brooks Cole
ISBN: 9780495803805
Category : Public welfare
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The student manual includes classroom exercises and assignments designed to coincide directly with the text content and can be used to help students integrate reading material. Also contains detailed outlines of each chapter.
Publisher: Brooks Cole
ISBN: 9780495803805
Category : Public welfare
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The student manual includes classroom exercises and assignments designed to coincide directly with the text content and can be used to help students integrate reading material. Also contains detailed outlines of each chapter.
Brooks/Cole Empowerment Series: Introduction to Social Work & Social Welfare: Critical Thinking Perspectives
Author: Karen K. Kirst-Ashman
Publisher: Cengage Learning
ISBN: 9780840028662
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 608
Book Description
Karen K. Kirst-Ashman's introductory book enhances the reader's ability to grasp the essence and spirit of generalist social work and the issues in social welfare that social workers address every day. Giving those contemplating a career in social work a solid introduction to the profession, Kirst-Ashman presents a balanced introductory look within a unifying theme of critical thinking that trains readers to be more evaluative of key concepts. The topics covered include practice concepts, social welfare policy concepts, history and current state of the profession, the contexts of practice and populations served, and professional development. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Publisher: Cengage Learning
ISBN: 9780840028662
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 608
Book Description
Karen K. Kirst-Ashman's introductory book enhances the reader's ability to grasp the essence and spirit of generalist social work and the issues in social welfare that social workers address every day. Giving those contemplating a career in social work a solid introduction to the profession, Kirst-Ashman presents a balanced introductory look within a unifying theme of critical thinking that trains readers to be more evaluative of key concepts. The topics covered include practice concepts, social welfare policy concepts, history and current state of the profession, the contexts of practice and populations served, and professional development. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Welfare Theory
Author: Tony Fitzpatrick
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
ISBN: 9780333778432
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
Social policy debates often get lost in highly technical discussions and in day-to-day politics. This introduction to welfare theory offers an alternative approach to understanding social policy. It reviews the concepts of welfare, equality, liberty and citizenship, key political and sociological themes, old and new welfare ideologies, as well as recent theoretical developments including globalization, postmodernism and risk society.
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
ISBN: 9780333778432
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
Social policy debates often get lost in highly technical discussions and in day-to-day politics. This introduction to welfare theory offers an alternative approach to understanding social policy. It reviews the concepts of welfare, equality, liberty and citizenship, key political and sociological themes, old and new welfare ideologies, as well as recent theoretical developments including globalization, postmodernism and risk society.
From Poor Law to Welfare State
Author: Walter I. Trattner
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
Walter I. Trattner is Professor of History at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
Walter I. Trattner is Professor of History at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.