Dictionary of Social Research Methods by Mark Elliot, Ian Fairweather, Wendy Olsen, and Maria Pampaka
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Publication Date: 2016, Oxford University Press
A Dictionary of Sociology by John Scott
ISBN: 9780199683581
Publication Date: 2014-10-01
Reconstitution of Social Work by Yuk-Ying Ho; Xinbang Ruan
ISBN: 9789814280754
Publication Date: 2010-04-06
The Social Work Dictionary by Robert L. BarkerThe dynamic vocabulary of social work, like the profession itself, continues to grow and become more complex. Since the first edition of 'The Social Work Dictionary' in 1987, this essential reference work has been recognised as the definitive lexicon of social work. Now in its fifth edition, the dictionary captures over 9,000 terms, cataloguing and cross-referencing the nomenclature, concepts, organisations, historical figures, and values that define the profession. A special historical section represents a chronology of the significant developments in the United States and the world toward social welfare policies, practices, and the betterment of humanity. Used extensively in schools of social work, social service agency libraries, and in social work offices world-wide, this is a staple in professional libraries. It is unequalled as a study tool for preparing for licensing and certification exams. Every social worker -- from professor to student, from novice to experienced professional -- should own this unparalleled resource for understanding the language of social work and related disciplines.