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Problem-based learning in social work education
- Authors:
- ALTSHULER Sandra J., BOSCH Lois A.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Teaching in Social Work, 23(1/2), 2003, pp.201-215.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Problem based learning, borrowed from medical education, requires students to take a more active role in their learning. It provides students with a deliberately 'ill-structured' problem. This article examines the applicability of problem-based learning to social work education. It outlines the key components of problem based learning and evaluates a model of practice based learning implemented on two graduate level social work courses in the USA. Students agreed that the PDB model helped them in their learning about educational disabilities and cultural diversity, and agreed it was a stimulating approach to learning about children and families. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
Service provision to black people: a study of occupational therapy staff in physical disability teams within social services
- Author:
- DAVID Paul A.
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 58(3), March 1995, pp.98-102.
- Publisher:
- Sage
Focuses on the occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants in physical disability teams in a social services department and the service they provide to black clients. Assesses how effectively they were meeting their obligations, under the Race Relations Act 1976 and the city's equal opportunities policy. Looks at the features of policy and practice which inhibit occupational therapists in responding to black people.
A critical evaluation of the contradictions for disabled workers arising from the emergence of the flexible Labour market in Britain
- Author:
- JOLLY Debbie
- Journal article citation:
- Disability and Society, 15(5), August 2000, pp.795-810.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
In Britain, as in all industrialised countries 'paid work' or employment is central to the economy of the state. This perspective raises important implications for theories of disability and work, and for further research in this area. This article attempts to provide a critical evaluation of the contradictions arising from the flexible labour market for disabled workers and how the concept of the Disabled State has been eroded along with notions of disabled people as the 'deserving poor'. Policies now demonstrate a commitment to a labour market free from restrictive practices and regulation. It appears that new technologies and specific personal communication skills, initiative, flexibility and adaptability will play an increasing part in new labour working trends.
Improving the health of older Londoners: reviewing the evidence
- Authors:
- HOWSE Kenneth, PROPHET Helen
- Publisher:
- Centre for Policy on Ageing
- Publication year:
- 2000
- Pagination:
- 111p.,tables,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Reviews the literature on the scope for improving the health of older people, particularly Londoners, in the context of the policy goals of the prevention of ill-health and disability, and the preservation of independence in later life. Identifies the key issues in developing a relevant strategy, summarises the epidemiology, reviews the evidence on the effectiveness of interventions, and discusses policy options.
Local authority occupational therapy services and ethnic minority clients
- Author:
- JOHNSON Mark R.D.
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 59(3), March 1996, pp.109-114.
- Publisher:
- Sage
Discusses the results of an audit by the physical disability team of all current cases on the register of a metropolitan district occupational therapy office. The ethnic origin, language and religion of clients was established from the records by direct enquiry. An analysis performed of presenting problems, services response and response times demonstrated that there were significant variations between ethnic groups in the use made of the service. No evidence was found of a systematic bias against the interests of ethnic minority groups in general, but a number or questions were raised. In particular, Asian clients were more likely to be referred by certain channels, to require major works and to wait longer for action. Offers recommendations to be considered in future service planning.