Learning through child observation. [electronic resource] /
- Third edition / Mary Fawcett and Debbie Watson.
- 224 pages : illustrations (black and white)
Previous edition: 2009.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
The question of the extent and nature of child observation as a component of courses leading to the Diploma in Social Work is currently a matter of much debate and research. This book highlights many important issues. This fully updated third edition of Learning Through Child Observation is a handbook for professionals working in, or students preparing to work in, children's services. This accessible text examines the value of observation, its use in assessment and the practical aspects and methods of observational study. The authors focus on the importance of fully recognising the child's developmental and emotional state when intervening, and the need to see children 'holistically' and as unique individuals within the wider context of the family and community. This new edition reflects updates to policy and practice and further develops the critical perspective on contemporary thinking about childhood and observational methods. This edition has also expanded its focus to include observation of primary-aged children. A popular text, it will appeal to students and professionals in all children's services, whether in pre-school, schools, social care, mental health or health settings.
Electronic reproduction. Askews and Holts. Mode of access: World Wide Web.
9781784501419 (e-book)
2015039402
Social work with children--Great Britain. Family social work--Great Britain. Participant observation. Behavioral assessment of children. Society. Social welfare & social services Pre-school & kindergarten Child, developmental, and lifespan psychology Education United Kingdom, Great Britain Social work Counselling of students