Understanding and using theory in social work /
Juliette Oko.
- 2nd ed.
- Exeter, [England : Learning Matters Ltd, 2011
- xvi, 138 p. ; 25 cm.
- Transforming social work practice .
Includes bibliographical references (p. 125-129) and index.
Introduction to understanding social work theory -- The relationship between theory and practice in social work -- Values and ethics in social work -- Social work and its organisational context -- Putting theory into practice.
Written in an accessible style, this title introduces theory as an explanatory framework that is drawn upon by the social worker to inform their decision-making process, by helping to 'make sense' of what is going on.