Introduction to Competence-based Social Work
Author Description
Social Work Is Rooted In The Values Of Service, Social Justice, And Strong Interpersonal Relationships, But As The Profession Evolves, So Must The Approach To Education. Michael E. Sherr And Johnny M. Jones Have Created An Introductory Textbook Written For The Future Of Social Work. The Second Edition Integrates The Knowledge Of Practice, Policy, Research, Hbse, And Field Work With The Skills And Practice Behaviors Necessary For Students To Become Fully Competent Social Workers By The Time They Graduate. Students Are Introduced To Social Work Through A Why We Do, What We Do Model That Emphasizes How And Why Social Workers Commit To Their Careers. 41 Case Vignettes, 16 Of Which Are New, Engage Students And Present A Clear Picture Of The Profession To Help Them Become Invested In Enhancing And Restoring The Well-being Of Individuals, Groups, And Communities. Visit Www.oup-arc.com For Student And Instructor Resources.
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THE THESIS
This text investigates how social work education can be restructured to ensure students achieve professional competence by integrating practice, policy, and research. Authors Johnny M. Jones and Michael E. Sherr utilize a 'Why We Do, What We Do' pedagogical framework to align academic instruction with the practical demands of the field. The book argues that by synthesizing core social work values with specific practice behaviors, students can better transition into effective practitioners capable of restoring well-being in diverse populations.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Integration of practice, policy, research, human behavior in the social environment (HBSE), and field work.
- A 'Why We Do, What We Do' pedagogical model for career commitment.
- 41 case vignettes illustrating real-world professional scenarios.
Scope Limits
- The text focuses primarily on foundational undergraduate or introductory graduate education rather than advanced clinical specialization.
- It does not provide exhaustive coverage of every global social work policy variation.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Educators and students frequently identify this text as a foundational resource for aligning classroom learning with the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) competencies. The inclusion of numerous case vignettes is widely noted as a practical tool for bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and field application.
Page Count:
336
Publication Date:
2019-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190923040
ISBN-13:
9780190923044
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Professional Development
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