Ethics and Values in Social Work (Practical Social Work Series) - Softcover

Sarah Banks

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9780230300170: Ethics and Values in Social Work (Practical Social Work Series)

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0230300170 ISBN 13: 9780230300170

Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan, 2012

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Ethics and Values in Social Work

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Reviews of the Fourth Edition:

'The newest edition of Banks' enormously valuable Ethics and Values in Social Work provides readers with a richly nuanced examination of complex issues viewed through multiple conceptual lenses.' - Professor Frederic G. Reamer, School of Social Work, Rhode Island College, US

'This gem of a book will be of extraordinary help to social work practitioners, instructors and students who on a daily basis confront ethical challenges. Not only does Banks clarify the meaning of ethics and values but she also uses real-world case studies to demonstrate ethically guided practice. Readers will acquire new insight and understanding from this latest work by one of our foremost contemporary scholars on integrating values, ethics and practice.' - Professor Cynthia Bisman, Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research, Bryn Mawr College, USA

''Students and practitioners around the world will appreciate Banks' comprehensive discussions of practice cases and ethical theories. A great contribution.' - Lynne M. Healy, Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor, School of Social Work, University of Connecticut, USA

Reviews of the previous edition:

'... provides a comprehensive yet deep analysis on the ever changing context of social work practice... useful for academics teaching practical ethics, for social work students, and a real windfall for social work practitioners...' - British Journal of Social Work

'Excellent overview for social work students that comprehensively addresses key issues for consideration.' - Kim Robinson, Lecturer in Social Work, School of Social Policy, Sociology and Social Research, University of Kent, UK

'... combines an easy to read style with key information around the subject.' - Dave Mason, Lecturer, Faculty of Health, Staffordshire University, UK

'Essential reading for social work students.' - Tanya Moore, School of Social, Community and Health Studies, University of Hertfordshire, UK

Book Description:

Ethics is a core social work degree module and this is the book many recommend. Retaining its edge over the competition, the new edition has been revised to enhance the appeal to all levels of reader

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