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Theorizing Practice: A Guide for the People Professions
Neil Thompson
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Description for Theorizing Practice: A Guide for the People Professions
Paperback. This inspirational text from Neil Thompson explores the relationship between theory and practice in the human services in a way that promotes reflective practice and identifies the value and limitations of different theoretical positions from an applied perspective. The book is outstanding for its clarity, balance, organization and integrity. Num Pages: 286 pages, 2 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155. .
Theory and practice are two sides of the same coin: they are inextricably linked. In this second edition of his classic text, Neil Thompson revisits the crucial topic of integrating theory and practice - this time, widening his scope to explore the importance of informed practice not just in social work, but across the full range of human services: from nursing and counselling to youth work, community studies and beyond. Thoroughly revised and updated, the new edition uses detailed explanations, practitioner quotes and engaging practice examples to guide the reader through the process of `theorizing practice'. With ... Read more
Theory and practice are two sides of the same coin: they are inextricably linked. In this second edition of his classic text, Neil Thompson revisits the crucial topic of integrating theory and practice - this time, widening his scope to explore the importance of informed practice not just in social work, but across the full range of human services: from nursing and counselling to youth work, community studies and beyond. Thoroughly revised and updated, the new edition uses detailed explanations, practitioner quotes and engaging practice examples to guide the reader through the process of `theorizing practice'. With ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Macmillan Education UK
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
Weight
28g
Number of Pages
282
Place of Publication
, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781137609519
SKU
V9781137609519
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99-10
About Neil Thompson
Professor Neil Thompson is a highly respected writer and developer of online learning resources, with nearly 40 years' experience in the people professions. He has held full or honorary professorships at four UK universities and is currently visiting professor at Wrexham Glyndwr University in Wales where he is involved in running the MSc Advanced Practice in the Human Services online ... Read more
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