Critical Thinking and Professional Judgement for Social Work |
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| Author:
| Rutter, Lynne
Brown, Keith |
| Series title: | Post-Qualifying Social Work Practice Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-5264-6695-2 |
| Publication Date: | Dec 2019 |
| Publisher: | SAGE Publications, Limited
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| Imprint: | Learning Matters Limited |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $139.00 |
Book Description:
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Critical thinking can appear formal and academic, far removed from everyday life where decisions have to be taken quickly in less than ideal conditions. It is, however, a vital part of social work, and indeed any healthcare and leadership practice.
Taking a pragmatic look at the range of ideas associated with critical thinking, this Fifth Edition continues to focus on learning and development for practice. The authors discuss the importance of sound, moral judgement based on...
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Critical thinking can appear formal and academic, far removed from everyday life where decisions have to be taken quickly in less than ideal conditions. It is, however, a vital part of social work, and indeed any healthcare and leadership practice.
Taking a pragmatic look at the range of ideas associated with critical thinking, this Fifth Edition continues to focus on learning and development for practice. The authors discuss the importance of sound, moral judgement based on critical thinking and practical reasoning, and its application to different workplace situations; critical reflection, and its importance to academic work and practice; and the connection between critical thinking ideas and professionalism.