The Call To Social Work: Life Stories
- ISBN-10
- 0761985689
- ISBN-13
- 9780761985686
- Series
- The Call to Social Work
- Category
- Social Science / Social Work
- Pages
- 161
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2002-02-19
- Publisher
- SAGE Publications
- Author
- Craig W. LeCroy
Description
The purpose of this book is to accurately capture the thought and deeds of social workers —the good and bad. Each life story in this book represents a true picture of what the social worker said. Instructors who use this book in their courses will have to contrast their ideals of practice with the realities captured in each life story. Students who read this book will have to think about whether each story represents good practice or what principles they would adhere to based on their understanding of social work. The purpose of this book is to accurately capture the thought and deeds of social workers the good and bad. Each life story in this book represents a true picture of what the social worker said. Instructors who use this book in their courses will have to contrast their ideals of practice with the realities captured in each life story. Students who read this book will have to think about whether each story represents good practice or what principles they would adhere to based on their understanding of social work.
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