Theory and practice in health and social welfare / Neil Thompson
- Bib ID:
- 801250
- Format:
- Book
- Author:
- Thompson, Neil, 1955-
- Description:
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- Buckingham [England] ; Philadelphia : Open University Press, 1995
- ix, 138 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
- ISBN:
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- 0335191789 (hardback)
- 0335191770 (paperback)
- Summary:
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Applying theory to practice is a longstanding concern in the caring professions, the complexities of which are not always fully appreciated. Neil Thompson's book is an important and timely exploration of many of the key issues surrounding the integration of theory and practice. In an accessible and thought-provoking account, he argues the case for making theory relevant to practice and ensuring that practice is informed by theory. The book is critical of approaches to theory which create a mystique and barriers to understanding. Equally, though, approaches to practice which ignore or neglect the underpinning knowledge base and values are presented as fundamentally flawed and dangerous. The book offers an integrated approach to theory and practice geared towards improving practice, increasing job satisfaction and promoting an attitude of continuous learning and development. It will be invaluable to students of social work, nurses and others in the caring professions.
- Full contents:
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- 1. Theory and practice: Thinking and doing
- 2. What is theory?
- 3. Science and research
- 4. The philosophical basis
- 5. Narrowing the gap
- 6. Education and training: Human resource development
- 7. The adventure of theory.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references (p. [126]-132) and index.
- Subject:
- Copyright:
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- Publication date:
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