Theorizing Practice: A Guide for the People Professions - Softcover

Thompson, Neil

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1137609516 ISBN 13: 9781137609519

Publisher: Red Globe Press, 2017

Synopsis

Theory and practice are two sides of the same coin: they are inextricably linked. In this second edition of his classic text, Neil Thompson revisits the crucial topic of integrating theory and practice – this time, widening his scope to explore the importance of informed practice not just in social work, but across the full range of human services: from nursing and counselling to youth work, community studies and beyond.



Thoroughly revised and updated, the new edition uses detailed explanations, practitioner quotes and engaging practice examples to guide the reader through the process of ‘theorizing practice’. With his peerless clarity and flair for tackling advanced concepts in an accessible way, Thompson critically discusses the approaches and perspectives of the numerous human services, including postmodernism, morality and organizational culture, and brings particular focus to the role of existentialism in understanding the challenges of contemporary practice.



This important new edition provides much-needed food for thought about the complexities of theory and practice, and is sure to provide fresh inspiration to professionals and students alike.

About this title

About the Author

Neil Thompson has held full or honorary professorships at four UK universities, and is now a sought-after consultant and conference speaker. He runs the Avenue Professional Development Programme, an online learning community and tutorial group for people professionals. His website and blog are at www.neilthompson.info.

Edition details

• Publisher: Red Globe Press
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1137609516
• ISBN 13: 9781137609519
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 312