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Author Astley, John

Title The Role of Social Science in the Education of Professional Practitioners
Published Milton : Routledge, 2018

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Description 1 online resource (131 pages)
Contents Cover; Title; Copyright; Dedication; Contents; Preface; Acknowledgements; 1 An introduction; 2 Thinking about curriculum theory; 3 Curriculum issues; 4 On roles; 5 The community, providers and professional practice; 6 A conclusion; Bibliography; Index
Summary The Role of Social Science in the Education of Professional Practitioners explores the inter-relation between the social sciences and professional practice, particularly in areas of health and social welfare, and the form that professional education takes. The key issue of who provides for our health and welfare needs in the community is considered, as are the values and education that drive those people to give service in society, and how those professionals can come to a full and open understanding of their role. It focuses on the value orientation, identity development and sense of self that will enable practitioners to develop their understanding of clients' needs in the community. The book is divided into chapters that consider the educational and learning theories that underpin professional education, and how those ideas have shaped the development of the curriculum for professional practice education. Astley provides an in-depth discussion of the nature of professional roles, and how the making and taking of those roles is historically influenced by politics and policy making. The nature and dynamics of the communities in which we live, including who has power, is addressed, with special reference to how the health and social welfare needs of citizens in those communities is assessed, planned for, and provided. This book will be vital reading for academics and professionals in the fields of health and social care professions' education, social and behavioural sciences, higher education, professional development and identity formation
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references
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Subject Social sciences -- Study and teaching (Higher)
Social work education -- Curricula
Medicine -- Study and teaching -- Curricula
Social sciences -- Essays
Social sciences -- Reference
community.
development.
education.
identity.
Professionals.
practice.
roles.
social science.
sociology.
Social sciences.
Social sciences -- Study and teaching (Higher)
Social work education -- Curricula.
Genre/Form Essays.
Form Electronic book
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