Using Theory in Youth and Community Work Practice

Herausgegeben:Buchroth, Ilona; Parkin, Christine

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

This book explores a wide range of theoretical perspectives that guide the practice of community and youth work and related occupational fields. It provides a range of practical activities to encourage readers to explore their own theoretical position, while critically engaging with the contemporary theoretical context that is shaping the development of community and youth work practice. Students will find this book an invaluable tool in developing their understanding of theory, and it will help them to holistically and systematically apply their understanding of theory to their relevant practice situation.

Produktdetails

• Empowering Youth and Community Work PracticeýLM Series
• Verlag: Learning Matters / Sage Publications
• Seitenzahl: 156
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Februar 2010
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 244mm x 170mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 295g
• ISBN-13: 9781844453009
• ISBN-10: 1844453006
• Artikelnr.: 26235719

Autorenporträt

Ilona Buchroth is a senior lecturer in community and youth studies at the University of Sunderland. Prior to this she has worked in community development, youth work, adult education, teaching and lastly for a Local Authority Community Education Service as a middle manager with responsibility for adult education. She has a particular interest in informal education and has maintained an active involvement in the voluntary sector.

Inhaltsangabe

Introduction
Theory and Youth and Community Work Practice
Using Social Theory
Learning from Lives
Education
Groupwork
Reflection and enquiry

Rezensionen

"This book was clear, thought provoking and an excellent resource for students at all levels of the degree programme. Thank you." (Lecturer, University of Derby.)