Fieldwork in the Human Services: Theory and practice for field educators, practice teachers and supervisors - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1864488301 ISBN 13: 9781864488302

Publisher: Routledge, 2000

Synopsis

'This book offers an excellent guide for all those committed to the provision of high quality field teaching and assessment in the human services. The international line-up of top contributors confirms the widespread importance now given to field education.'

Professor David Howe, University of East Anglia

'This is an impressive collection of wisdom, reflections and practical advice. It is comprehensive and clearly written. The various authors address issues which are pertinent to field education globally.'

Joan Orme, University of Southampton

How do students learn from fieldwork experiences? How can supervisors assist students doing fieldwork?

Fieldwork in the Human Services is a practical guide for educators and managers involved in supervising field education. Drawing on the experience of academics, clinicians and educators from Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the UK, this collection explores how to make the most of the fieldwork experience.

With learning as the central theme, contributors examine the practical application of a range of learning theories and models of supervision. Management issues are also considered, as are working with cultural difference and legal and ethical aspects.

Fieldwork in the Human Services will be welcomed by anyone involved in field education in social work, health, community work, education, welfare and related fields.

About this title

About the Author

Lesley Cooper is Associate Professor in the School of Administration and Social Work and Director of Field Education at Flinders University, Adelaide. Lynne Briggs is the Senior Clinician and Unit Manager of the Family Mental Health Service, Healthlink South, Christchurch, New Zealand. She also lectures in the Department of Community and Family Studies at the University of Otago.

Edition details

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1864488301
• ISBN 13: 9781864488302
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 286
• Editor: Briggs Lynne