Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have become an
integral part of social and working lives. Within social work ICTs
play a vital role, helping professionals to store and share
information and contributing to new forms of practice. This book
goes a step further than simply describing ICT skills, but asks why
ICT is used and how this affects practice and the experience of
people who use services. The book has a practical focus and
includes guidance on: Best Practice for Social Work and ICT ICT Use
in Social Work Service Users, Carers and ICT Technology and
Professional Practice ICT and Social Work Agencies Social Work
Programmes in the Virtual World ICT and Practice Based Learning
Written in a student-friendly style, Social Work and ICT is
interspersed with activities and exercises to enable students to
develop their skills and knowledge. Each chapter also includes a
'Taking it Further' section with useful websites, suggestions for
further reading and ideas to improve practice. The book has been
designed to enhance professional practice and it will be essential
reading for all undergraduate programmes in social work.
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