Working with Young People
- Sheila Curran - The Open University
- Roger Harrison - The Open University
- Donald Mackinnon - The Open University
- the social context of young people
- values and principles that underpin practice
- the variety of settings in which practice takes place, and
- the importance of informal learning in the lives of young people.
Whether you are a new student or returning to study, Working with Young Poeple provides a stimulating introduction and a foundation for further study.
Sheila Curran is Senior Lecturer at The Open University.
Roger Harrison is Senior Lecturer at The Open University.
Donald Mackinnon is Lecturer at The Open University.
An exploration of knowledge and skills needed to support young people through key transitions; a recommended read for those already working with young people and also for students training to be practitioners.
Excellent resource that should be essential reading for all those considering working with young people whatever their background or discipline.
Useful for book for all professional working with young people so that they can be seen in context.
This will be use in an adolescent health care course.
The chapters in this updated volume consider a number of new perspectives and pressures both in the lives of young people and for those working in the field.
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It is of benefit for all youth and community workers to revisit core themes, along with new content and research focusing on digital and social media contexts.
A recommended read for anyone wishing to pursue a career in youth work or social work working with vulnerable young people. Very easy to read - an excellent resource and grounding for youth workers
The second edition offers an excellent collection of updated material which is a must for practitioners and students alike.
This second edition of 'Working with young people' will be well received by students undertaking degrees in Youth Work.
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The first edition was a well used resource and I am sure that the second edition will be well received. Most of the chapters have been re-written with some new chapters that are particularly relevant in this changing youth work 'climate'.
This is an excellent 2nd edition and I particulalry found the chapter on the digital age very useful
This book is excellent. The chapter by Jason Wood and Jean Hine provides a very good analysis of policy and practice with young people. There are a number of interesting issues that are pointed out by the authors.
This text is well written and easy to read. IT allows learners to make links between theory and practice whilst challenging the views of working in the sector.
