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821. Positive and Trusting Relationships with Children in Early Years Settings by Johnson, Jessica. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (145 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Foreword from the series editors; Acknowledgements; About the author and the series editors; 1 Why trust? The key to positive relationships; 2 Time to tune-in ... and out; 3 Respect for self and others; 4 Understanding relationships with children in the context of professional boundaries; 5 Trusting relationships as a secure foundation for children's learning; 6 Supporting other Early Years practitioners to build positive relationships; 7 Reflection and learning as an Early Years Professional; References; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
822. Critical Learning for Social Work Students by Jones, Sue. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (145 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1 Developing critical questions; 2 Developing critical reading; 3 Developing critical writing; 4 Developing critical reasoning; 5 Developing as a critical practitioner; Conclusion; Critical Learning Log; Glossary; References; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
823. Reflective Practice in Social Work by Knott, Christine. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (177 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Editors and contributors; Acknowledgements; Introduction; Part One: What is reflective practice?; 1 Reflective practice revisited; 2 Getting started; Part Two: Developing the reflective practitioner; 3 Reflecting on emotion in social work; 4 Reflection as a catalyst for change; 5 Listening to carers and service users; 6 Reflection and avoiding professional dangerousness; 7 Gender and reflective practice; 8 Reflective practice on placement; Part Three: Maintaining reflective practice; 9 Working with your manager. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
824. Proactive Management in Social Work Practice by Lambley, Sharon. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (177 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Foreword; About the author; Introduction; 1 Why good people management and leadership matters; 2 The changing role of social work managers; 3 Human resources and developing the best social work workforce; 4 Managing yourself; 5 Managing the performance of others; 6 Managing and leading multi-professional teams; 7 Leading and managing change; 8 Looking forward; References; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
825. Introducing International Social Work by Lawrence, Sue. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (161 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Acknowledgements; Editors and contributors; Introduction; 1 Understanding international social work; 2 Global is local is global; 3 Developing an international social work perspective; 4 International aspects of social work with children, young people and families; 5 International perspectives on social work with people with mental health issues; 6 International aspects of social work with elders; 7 International aspects of social work with people with disabilities; 8 Social work as an international profession: Origins, organisations and networks. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
826. Doing your Research Project in Sport by Lynch, Chris. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (165 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Acknowledgements; Part 1 Getting to the start line; 1 Your research project and this book; 2 Getting to the start line: the basis of research; 3 Identifying problems and developing the research question; 4 Searching for and reading research to write a literature review; 5 Designing an experiment; 6 Non-experimental research; 7 Writing the why; Part 2 You're off; 8 You're off: making ethics applications; 9 Writing the how; 10 Data analysis; Part 3 Crossing the finishing line; 11 Writing what you have found; 12 Writing the so what. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
827. Law and Youth Work by Maguire, Mary. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (118 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Foreword from the Series Editors; 1 Introduction; 2 Human rights; 3 Autonomy, consent and competence; 4 Child protection; 5 Mental health; 6 Crime and disorder; 7 Participation and freedom of expression; 8 Developing inclusive practice; Appendix 1 Summary of the purpose of the Human Rights Act 1998; Appendix 2 Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms; Appendix 3 Table of cases; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
828. Study Skills for Policing Students by Malthouse, Richard. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (201 pages) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; 1 Getting started; 2 Reading and making notes; 3 Writing skills; 4 Critical and analytical thinking skills; 5 Collaborative learning; 6 The use of information and communication technology; 7 Presentations; 8 Examinations; 9 The research project; 10 Writing your dissertation; Appendix: keyboard shortcuts; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
829. Social Work Assessment by Martin, Ruben. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (177 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Dedication; Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1 What is assessment?; 2 Skills needed in assessment; 3 Theoretical underpinning to assessment; 4 Values underpinning assessment; 5 Risk assessment; 6 Children's services; 7 Adult services and community car; 8 Mental health; Conclusion; References; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
830. Achieving your Masters in Teaching and Learning by McAteer, Mary. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (193 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Acknowledgements; The authors; 1. About the Masters in Teaching and Learning; Part One: Phase 1 - Developing; Part Two: Phase 2 - Broadening and embedding; Part Three Phase 3 - Deepening; End words; Appendix 1 Professional standards mapped for progression by content area; Appendix 2 QAA guide to master's-level qualifications; References; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
831. Childhood in society for early childhood studies by Clark, Rory McDowall. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (145 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; The author; Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1 The context of childhood; 2 The historical context; 3 The context of the family; 4 The context of the setting; 5 The community context; 6 The national context: children and social policy; 7 The global context; 8 The child's own context; 9 The twenty-first century child; Time line; References; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
832. Dyslexia-friendly Practice in the Secondary Classroom by Mortimore, Tilly. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (157 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; The Authors; Introduction; Part 1: What is dyslexia?; Part 2: The role of the teacher; Part 3: Spreading the load; Appendix 1 Definitions of dyslexia - Which one would you choose?; Appendix 2 Checking readability of a text using Word; Appendix 3 One example of a time line; Appendix 4 Situation, Problem, Solution, Outcome (SPSO); Appendix 5 The BUG technique; Appendix 6 Conflict prevention chart; Appendix 7 Dyslexia-friendly schools; References; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
833. Child Development for Early Childhood Studies by Neaum, Sally. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (156 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Acknowledgements; The author; Introduction; Part 1 Understanding the context of children's development; Part 2 Understanding children's development; Part 3 Child development in practice; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
834. Active Citizenship and Community Learning by Packham, Carol. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (166 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Acknowledgements; 1 The context of active citizenship and community learning; 2 The role of the Youth and Community Worker as informal educator; 3 Civil and civic involvement and 'active citizens'; 4 Volunteers and active citizens; 5 The role of the Youth and Community Worker in relation to volunteers; 6 Enabling participation in communities; 7 Inclusive and representative practice; 8 Community based learning: learning by doing; 9 The effective practitioner; 10 Taking the work forward; Glossary; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
835. Values and Ethics in Social Work Practice by Parrott, Lester. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (192 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Acknowledgements; Introduction; Chapter 1 Preparing for social work; Chapter 2 Anti-oppressive practice; Chapter 3 Principles and consequences; Chapter 4 Being accountable; Chapter 5 Managing risk; Chapter 6 Advocacy and social work organisations; Chapter 7 The ethics of partnership working; Chapter 8 Ethics in social work organisations; References; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
836. The Minimum Core for Numeracy by Peart, Sheine. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (124 pages) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; The author; Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1 Continuing professional development; 2 Different factors affecting the acquisition and development of number skills; 3 Barriers inhibiting the development of number skills; 4 Principal disabilities and learning difficulties relating to numeracy; 5 Numeracy and participation in public life; 6 Numeracy processes: performing calculations; 7 Numeracy processes: presenting information; A final word; Appendix 1: Glossary of acronyms; Appendix 2: Summary of The Minimum Core for Numeracy requirements; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
837. Critical Thinking and Writing for Nursing Students by Price, Bob Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (159 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Foreword; Acknowledgements; About the authors; Introduction; Part 1 Understanding thinking, reflecting and writing; Part 2 Critical thinking and reflecting in nursing contexts; Part 3 Expressing critical thought and reflection; References; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
838. Popular Education Practice for Youth and Community Development Work by Beck, Dave. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (141 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Foreword from the authors; Critical pedagogy; Foreword from the Series Editors; Acknowledgement; Section 1 Theoretical background; Section 2 Practice; Section 3 Resources; References; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
839. Critical Thinking for Sports Students by Ryall, Emily. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (141 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Preface and acknowledgements; 1 Critical thinking and the study of sport; 2 What is an argument?; 3 Evaluating an argument's structure: deductive arguments; 4 Evaluating an argument's content: truth, evidence and credibility; 5 Assumptions, generalisations and hypotheses; 6 Evaluating arguments: fallacies; 7 Evaluating arguments: examples; References; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart
840. Courtroom Skills for Social Workers by Seymour, Clare. Publication: Exeter : Learning Matters Ltd., 2010 . 1 online resource (177 p.) , Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1 The English legal system in context; 2 The English legal system in practice; 3 Values and principles in law and social work; 4 Legal language and concepts; 5 Court rules; 6 Preparing for court; 7 Excellence in report writing; 8 What to expect at court; 9 Giving evidence; 10 Cross-examination; 11 Legal decision-making and appeals; 12 Tribunals, panels and inquiries; 13 Advice and representation in court; 14 What happens next; Conclusion; References; Index. Date:2010 Availability: No items available: Actions: Add to cart