Reflective Practice in Education and Social Work

Reflective Practice in Education and Social Work
Author: Robyn Ewing
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 201
Release: 2021-12-14
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1000449580

This book offers unique interdisciplinary insights into developing connections between reflective practice and employability particularly through the lenses of the education and social work professions. It recognises the various meanings that can be applied to the notion of reflection and examines the challenges of using reflective practice in the workplace. The chapters explore the tensions that arise from preparing professionals to be agents of change and concerned with social justice and equity. Further, the book provides much needed perspective on how diverse positions can be identified and leveraged and shared meanings negotiated in the creation of meaningful professional learning resources for early career teachers and social workers and across the career continuum. Bringing together contributions from internationally renowned scholars, Reflective Practice in Education and Social Work is essential reading for early career and experienced professionals in education and social work, academics and practitioners seeking further professional development in reflective practice.

Reflective Practice and Learning From Mistakes in Social Work

Reflective Practice and Learning From Mistakes in Social Work
Author: Alessandro Sicora
Publisher: Policy Press
Total Pages: 232
Release: 2017-03-08
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1447325222

Reflecting back on one's work to determine where one succeeded or failed is crucial in any field, but it's particularly important in social work, where mistakes can cause real harm. In this book, Alessandro Sicora argues for the value of reflecting on our professional mistakes, and he offers a number of tools, for individuals and groups--backed by real-world examples--designed to help social workers at every stage of their career establish a regular, reliable, and effective reflective practice.

Reflective Thinking in Social Work

Reflective Thinking in Social Work
Author: Mekada Julia Graham
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 155
Release: 2017-02-17
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1317675800

It is vital that social work students learn to integrate their personal and professional selves if they are to meet the challenges of social work in complex changing environments. This accessible text is designed to enable readers to explore and build on their existing skills and abilities, supporting them to become competent and self-aware reflective practitioners. Reflective Thinking in Social Work uses stories told by a range of social work students to model reflective practice learning. Discussing issues such as identity, motivation to enter the social work profession and lived experiences in the journey into social work, the book brings together stories of hardship, privilege, families, hopes, interests and community activism from many diverse ethnic backgrounds. Each narrative is introduced by the author and ends with a commentary drawing out the key themes and exploring how the reader can use the narrative to enhance their own understanding and critical thinking, and to engage in transformative practice. Framed by an in-depth discussion of available frameworks for reflective practice in different contexts and the importance of narratives in constructing identities, this is an invaluable text for social work students at both bachelor's and master's degree levels.

Reflective Learning for Social Work

Reflective Learning for Social Work
Author: Nick Gould
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 247
Release: 2017-03-02
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1351905899

Since the publication of Donald Schön's The Reflective Practitioner in 1983 there has been a dramatic growth of research and writing developing the concept of reflective learning. Surprisingly, there has been little application of concepts of reflective learning to social work education. This volume: ¢ makes accessible for the first time to a social work readership a book which focuses on reflective learning in social work ¢ brings together material on reflective learning from both academic and practice settings ¢ creates a seminal text for educators and trainers in universities and practice settings ¢ has relevance to an international readership, with contributions from the UK, USA, Canada and Australia.

Reflective Practice in Social Work

Reflective Practice in Social Work
Author: Christine Knott
Publisher: Learning Matters
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013-08-21
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9781446272664

Reflective practice is a key element of learning and development on social work courses and it is an important aspect of social work practice. This accessible and introductory text explores a range of approaches to reflective practice that will help students become more confident in answering the question 'what is reflective practice?' There are sections on writing reflective journals, communicating well with service users and carers and reflective practice while on placements. Written in three parts, this essential guide starts with a broad exploration of reflection, drawing on key texts that have informed its development. It then moves on to real practice issues including the management of social work practice and interprofessional working. Finally, part three looks at maintaining reflective practice and how to use these skills during your time as a social worker. Fully updated with the Professional Capabilities Framework, this third edition is a must-have for all social work students at the beginning of their careers.

Teaching Social Work

Teaching Social Work
Author: Rick Csiernik
Publisher: University of Toronto Press
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2020-12-21
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1487503822

Exploring major themes in social work education, including pedagogy, practice, and issues in teaching, this book is for both new and experienced social work educators.

Reflective Social Work Practice

Reflective Social Work Practice
Author: Manohar Pawar
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 261
Release: 2014-10-08
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1316124177

Reflective Social Work Practice demonstrates how social workers can creatively and consciously combine 'thinking, doing and being' when working with individuals, families, groups, communities and organisations, and when undertaking research. It discusses conceptual and theoretical aspects of reflective practice and presents a new, cohesive reflective social work practice model. It explores the themes of thinking (theory), doing (practice) and being (virtues). By defining 'being' in terms of virtues, the authors provide new perspectives for improved learning and practice in social work. Each chapter features reflective exercises, examples, review questions and activities to engage and challenge readers. Extended case studies throughout illustrate how a holistic approach to social work can enhance practice and enrich the quality of services delivered to people and communities. Written by authors with extensive professional experience in social work, Reflective Social Work Practice is an invaluable resource for social work, human services and welfare students, educators and practitioners alike.

Learning and Teaching in Social Work

Learning and Teaching in Social Work
Author: Margaret Yelloly
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Total Pages: 244
Release: 1995
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9781853022371

This book addresses contemporary themes in the professional education of social workers. The contributors raise important questions about the nature and purpose of professional social work practice in a modern, changing and complex society.

Practice Education in Social Work

Practice Education in Social Work
Author: Janet Walker
Publisher: Learning Matters
Total Pages: 203
Release: 2008-07-02
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 085725359X

Written specifically for practice educators, this book examines contemporary theories and knowledge in practice learning, teaching and education, with a clear emphasis on developing the skills and practice of the individual. Another key focus of the book is to help readers to reflect on the implications of this for their role as practice educators, giving them the time and space to make proactive and informed choices. The book is structured around the new Post-Qualifying Standards for Practice Education, making it an invaluable and thoroughly comprehensive guide.