Sally Holland Libri

Focusing on qualitative research in social work, this comprehensive guide combines key developments and debates relevant to students and practitioners. It features contemporary and classic case examples from the authors' empirical research, alongside self-directed learning tasks. The book addresses the challenges of conducting research while also highlighting successful outcomes, offering valuable insights into the complexities of the field.

Focusing on core assessments, this revised edition serves as a vital resource for social work students and practitioners assessing children and families. It navigates the complexities of need and risk evaluations, offering tailored exercises and reflective focus points in each chapter. These elements encourage readers to engage with the material actively and apply their learning effectively in real-world practice.

In this Very Short Introduction Sally Holland and Jonathan Scourfield explain what social work is and the range of cases it deals with. Looking at its history and main debates, as well as the theories and methods of social work, they include a range of case studies from around the world.