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Othelia EunKyoung Lee, Moon Sun Song - Social Work Practice and Artificial Intelligence for the Common Good, Häftad

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Social Work Practice and Artificial Intelligence for the Common Good

Ethics, Equity, and Innovation in Human Services

Av Othelia EunKyoung Lee, Moon Sun Song

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Social Work Practice and Artificial Intelligence for the Common Good is the first university-level textbook to address how artifical intelligence (AI) can be leveraged for the common good without reproducing systemic inequities, whilst also addressing how social workers can develop the digital literacy necessary to evaluate, design, and ethically use AI tools.Drawing on global case studies, practice-based examples, and a range of pedagogical tools, this book:Introduces AI concepts in plain language for non-technical learners.Explores ethical dilemmas, bias, and the implications of automation in human services.Connects AI use cases to micro, mezzo, and macro practice levels.Provides tools for advocacy, policy engagement, and community-based technology design.Positions social workers as active shapers of emerging technologies rather than passive adopters.Embeds equity, human rights, and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics into AI discussions.Offering chapter-critical thinking questions, empowerment-focused activities, reflection prompts, interviews with experts, and support materials, this textbook will be relevant to all students of social work, public policy, and human services. This book will also be of interest to practitioners in nonprofit and public service sectors, and faculty members looking to advance their understanding and infuse AI literacy in their courses.
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Othelia EunKyoung Lee is a professor at UNC Charlotte School of Social Work. Dr. Lee’s research focuses on the development, implementation, and evaluation of innovative community-based interventions aimed at improving health behaviors among older adults. Some highlights of her scholarship include over 100 articles in mental health, gerontology, cultural diversity, and technology.Moon Sun Song is a research professor at Kangnam University in South Korea, specializing in interdisciplinary care research merging social welfare with AI and ICT. By leading the “Welfare Technology Living Lab,” she fosters a sustainable welfare tech ecosystem, driving industry–academia collaborations that connect technology enterprises with social welfare agencies.

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"Othelia Lee and Moon Sun Song’s insightful exploration of cutting-edge issues related to social workers’ use of AI is timely and compelling. Their focus on complex challenges related to human rights, algorithmic bias, structural inequality, and privacy, among other core issues, is informative and thought provoking. The authors’ discussion of AI in traditional social work contexts—child welfare, behavioral health, and programs that serve older adults and people with disabilities—is especially instructive."Dr. Fredrick Reamer, Professor, Rhode Island College, US“This book captures essential tools for anyone who wants to understand the breadth and depth of AI in social work. It is a must-read for social workers looking to navigate and utilize artificial intelligence in this fast-changing society shaped by artificial intelligence!" Dr. Hyeouk "Chris" Hahm, Professor, Boston University, US“This timely and practical book equips the profession to navigate AI with clarity, competence, and ethical intention. Grounded in social work values, it translates complex technological concepts into actionable guidance with essential guardrails that strengthen professional judgment and mitigate bias. The book is a vital resource for social workers committed to responsible, future-ready practice.”Dr. Marina A. Badillo-Diaz, Founder, The AI Social Worker, New York University, US"As AI becomes increasingly embedded in systems that shape community and individual wellbeing, social workers must be prepared to engage it critically and ethically to advance the common good. This book is a timely and much needed resource for students and practitioners, offering clear guidance and a strong ethical foundation for navigating AI in social work practice."Dr. Drew Reynolds, Principal Consultant, Common Good Data, US“Othelia Lee and Moon Sun Song have written a must-read primer for social workers seeking guidance in this new era of the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in health and human services. Through thoughtful discussion and case studies authors reveals how AI can transform, even revolutionize, the delivery of social services. This book is a call to action to social workers about how they can leverage the potential power of AI for social good and justice creating a future in which technology and humanity are intertwined to promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities.”Dr. Judith Gonyea, Professor, Boston University, US

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