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Promoting Workplace Learning Neil Thompson

Promoting Workplace Learning By Neil Thompson

Promoting Workplace Learning by Neil Thompson


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Summary

This book provides an overview of the key issues involved in promoting workplace learning. Building on ideas discussed in Practice Teaching in Social Work (Pepar Publications, 1994), this clear text covers not only developments in traditional practice learning, but also wider aspects of workplace learning and the development of a learning culture.

Promoting Workplace Learning Summary

Promoting Workplace Learning by Neil Thompson

Workplace learning is receiving increasing attention as an important factor in developing high standards of professional practice. This book provides a valuable overview of the key issues involved in successfully promoting workplace learning. Building on ideas discussed in the author's best-selling work, Practice Teaching in Social Work (Pepar Publications, 1994), this clearly written text covers not only developments in traditional practice learning, but also wider aspects of workplace learning, such as coaching and mentoring, and the development of a learning culture. It examines what is involved in promoting student learning for awards such as S/NVQ or PQ, and contains invaluable guidance for those facing wider challenges in the field. Promoting workplace learning provides a clear introduction to a vitally important topic. It is an essential resource for learning facilitators, assessors, mentors, training and development staff, and managers in the social work field. The principles discussed will also be relevant to managers and human resource professionals in other sectors. BASW/Policy Press series The BASW/Policy Press partnership provides the very best in accessible and practical high-quality resources for social work professionals and students. For other titles in this series, please follow the series link from the main catalogue page.

Promoting Workplace Learning Reviews

"While 21st century social work emphasises the rhetoric of work-based learning, Thompson's book sets out a workable blueprint in a simple accessible style. ... it is recommended reading for social workers and employers alike." Professional Social Work "This is an excellent book, written in an accessible style, which clearly explains the essential ingredients of workplace learning. The book will be of immense value to a range of health and social care staff and those involved in facilitating their education and continuing professional development." George Wilson, Queen's University Belfast, UK

About Neil Thompson

Neil Thompson is an independent consultant, trainer and author with Avenue Consulting Ltd www.avenueconsulting.co.uk and was formerly Professor of Applied Social Studies at Staffordshire University. He is the editor of the British Journal of Occupational Learning. His website is at www.neilthompson.info

Table of Contents

Contents: Introduction; Understanding learning; Teaching and assessing values; Reflective practice; Coaching, mentoring and supervision; Planning; Workload management; Evaluating practice; Troubleshooting: dealing with difficulties; Conclusion.

Additional information

GOR003783598
9781861347169
1861347162
Promoting Workplace Learning by Neil Thompson
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Policy Press
2006-03-14
192
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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