Paula Beesley – författare

This best-selling book is an invaluable guide for social workers undertaking learning and assessment to gain and maintain Stage 1 or 2 qualified practice educator status and for those involved in facilitating the mentoring, learning, support, assessment and CPD of practice educators.Now fully updated to reflect the changing social work placement landscape and the BASW refreshed (2022) Practice Educator Professional Standards (PEPS), it covers all key areas within Practice Educator training and offers guidance on the application of key skills and knowledge in supporting, assessing and teaching social work students and managing the placement. It will particularly assist Practice Educators to: Understand, prepare for and provide appropriate learning opportunitiesSupervise and develop social work students effectivelyUnderstand holistic assessment of practice; assessing in line with capability levels expected at the end of first and final placementDeal with weaker or failing studentsPrepare for the PEPS qualification process.

This fourth edition is an invaluable guide for social workers undertaking learning and assessment to gain and maintain Stage 1 or 2 qualified practice educator status.All chapters have been refreshed to reflect the developing world of practice education, and the importance of the on-site supervisor/off-site practice educator has been emphasised throughout. Key areas within practice education are presented, as well as guidance on the application of key skills and knowledge in supporting, assessing and teaching social work students and managing the placement.This is a welcomed and timely update to a best-selling book to aid social workers gaining their practice educator status, and seasoned practice educators in their supervision, understanding, and problem-solving with social work students.

This fourth edition is an invaluable guide for social workers undertaking learning and assessment to gain and maintain Stage 1 or 2 qualified practice educator status.All chapters have been refreshed to reflect the developing world of practice education, and the importance of the on-site supervisor/off-site practice educator has been emphasised throughout. Key areas within practice education are presented, as well as guidance on the application of key skills and knowledge in supporting, assessing and teaching social work students and managing the placement.This is a welcomed and timely update to a best-selling book to aid social workers gaining their practice educator status, and seasoned practice educators in their supervision, understanding, and problem-solving with social work students.

Ethical decision-making lies at the heart of social work practice. As a social worker, you’ll regularly encounter complex situations where your professional values may conflict with one another.Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Social Work Practice guides you through the ethical complexities you may face, helping you develop the confidence and critical thinking skills needed to make sound decisions. Framed around distinct themes, each chapter presents detailed case studies that invite you to reflect on the dilemma as it unfolds, and are opened with unique contributions from experienced social workers who explore ethical ideas through a chosen ‘object’.This book will help you to:- Connect theory to social work practice in a meaningful and applicable way- Explore ethical challenges using core social work skills- Link each topic to a contemporary ethical dilemma beyond the field of social workSupported by guidance from ethical codes, standards and principles from around the world, this book equips you with the tools to make informed decisions when clear answers aren’t always easy to find.

Ethical decision-making lies at the heart of social work practice. As a social worker, you’ll regularly encounter complex situations where your professional values may conflict with one another.Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Social Work Practice guides you through the ethical complexities you may face, helping you develop the confidence and critical thinking skills needed to make sound decisions. Framed around distinct themes, each chapter presents detailed case studies that invite you to reflect on the dilemma as it unfolds, and are opened with unique contributions from experienced social workers who explore ethical ideas through a chosen ‘object’.This book will help you to:- Connect theory to social work practice in a meaningful and applicable way- Explore ethical challenges using core social work skills- Link each topic to a contemporary ethical dilemma beyond the field of social workSupported by guidance from ethical codes, standards and principles from around the world, this book equips you with the tools to make informed decisions when clear answers aren’t always easy to find.

This practical guide will takes you step by step through your social work placement, guiding you through what you will be expected to do, and helping you to make the most of your placement. You will learn how to apply the theory and skills you've learnt in practice, to your own observations as well as to your placement portfolio, and how to gain the feedback you need. The books is packed full of hands-on advice, alongside a variety of learning features: student voices talking about their own placement experiences, chapter checklists, reflective tasks, and potential placement pitfalls and opportunities which demonstrate different ways to approach situations you may encounter on placement.

 

This practical guide will takes you step by step through your social work placement, guiding you through what you will be expected to do, and helping you to make the most of your placement. You will learn how to apply the theory and skills you've learnt in practice, to your own observations as well as to your placement portfolio, and how to gain the feedback you need. The books is packed full of hands-on advice, alongside a variety of learning features: student voices talking about their own placement experiences, chapter checklists, reflective tasks, and potential placement pitfalls and opportunities which demonstrate different ways to approach situations you may encounter on placement.

 

We hear a lot about critical thinking at university but what does it really look like? This book has the answer. 

Whether you're writing essays, prepping for exams, or navigating lectures, seminars and placements, this book helps you build the thinking skills that make university life easier and your work stronger.

Inside, you’ll find:

Real examples and exercises that show how critical thinking works in everyday study situations.Step-by-step support to help you sharpen your reasoning and make confident decisions.Flexible tools—like action plans and activities—you can adapt to your own goals and pace.Smart tips on AI and how to use it ethically and effectively in your work.

This book covers critical thinking from every angle, with practical advice to actually help you do it. Whether you're just starting out or want to level up, you will go from 'vague' to 'first-class' thinking in no time.

Student Success is a series of essential guides for students of all levels. From how to think critically and write great essays to boosting your employability and managing your wellbeing, the Student Success series helps you study smarter and get the best from your time at university. 

We hear a lot about critical thinking at university but what does it really look like? This book has the answer. 

Whether you're writing essays, prepping for exams, or navigating lectures, seminars and placements, this book helps you build the thinking skills that make university life easier and your work stronger.

Inside, you’ll find:

Real examples and exercises that show how critical thinking works in everyday study situations.Step-by-step support to help you sharpen your reasoning and make confident decisions.Flexible tools—like action plans and activities—you can adapt to your own goals and pace.Smart tips on AI and how to use it ethically and effectively in your work.

This book covers critical thinking from every angle, with practical advice to actually help you do it. Whether you're just starting out or want to level up, you will go from 'vague' to 'first-class' thinking in no time.

Student Success is a series of essential guides for students of all levels. From how to think critically and write great essays to boosting your employability and managing your wellbeing, the Student Success series helps you study smarter and get the best from your time at university. 

This book explores:

·       What is meant by communication skills

·       What communication skills are

·       What they look like in practice

·       The differences in communicating with service users and professionals, such as children, guardians, peers and emergency workers

·       Why they are important

It includes a wide range of theories, multiple case studies, reflective tasks, and exercises. It will develop your critical thinking and reflection skills, and help you develop your own communication style.

Presented in a chronological style which acts as a working tool that you can dip into and out of. Each chapter is structured in a way that encourages you to build on your knowledge, so it begins by taking you right back to basics to learn core theory and practice techniques before getting you to critically reflect on the use of different skills in different settings and with different service user groups. The end-of-chapter skills audits help you to reflect on what you have learnt, what your strengths are and what you need to work on more. 

This book explores:

·       What is meant by communication skills

·       What communication skills are

·       What they look like in practice

·       The differences in communicating with service users and professionals, such as children, guardians, peers and emergency workers

·       Why they are important

It includes a wide range of theories, multiple case studies, reflective tasks, and exercises. It will develop your critical thinking and reflection skills, and help you develop your own communication style.

Presented in a chronological style which acts as a working tool that you can dip into and out of. Each chapter is structured in a way that encourages you to build on your knowledge, so it begins by taking you right back to basics to learn core theory and practice techniques before getting you to critically reflect on the use of different skills in different settings and with different service user groups. The end-of-chapter skills audits help you to reflect on what you have learnt, what your strengths are and what you need to work on more.