
Social work educators (SWEs) are doers, thinkers, go-getters, troublemakers, movers, and shakers. In their efforts to convert difficult challenges into positive realities, they live through unique experiences and possess knowledge of lifespan development that qualifies them to be in "better shape" to explore the vicissitudes of aging and envision a rich life beyond the traditional limits of a career. With that said, large numbers of SWEs from the baby-boomer generation have departed from the academy while more wait in the wings; Alive After Academia provides practical information for these professionals navigating the latter stages of their careers. The book incorporates the reflections drawn from interviews with 39 SWEs, who share engaging stories of how their careers have prepared them for "The Next Chapter" (introduced as a more positive alternative to the term "retirement"), post-academic freedom, and new life appreciations. Extending beyond the focus of Spencer James Zeiger's Career Reflections of Social Work Educators, this text is a particularly useful resource for SWEs wishing to critically examine their life's work while learning from the experiences of veteran professionals.
How can social work educators effectively transition from their academic careers into a fulfilling post-career life? Spencer James Zeiger, drawing on his background in social work education, investigates the unique intersection of professional expertise and the aging process. The book argues that the skills acquired through a career in social work provide a distinct framework for navigating the challenges and opportunities of life after the academy.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Experts view this work as a specialized resource that bridges professional identity with personal life-stage transitions. Readers frequently note the value of the peer-based reflections in providing a sense of community for those exiting the academic workforce.
Page Count:
128
Publication Date:
2019-08-07
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190068183
ISBN-13:
9780190068189
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