What are social policies? How are social policies created and
implemented? Why do certain policies exist?The fourth edition of
this highly respected textbook provides a clear andengaging
introduction to social policy.The book has been thoroughly updated
to include: Changes in social policy introduced by the Coalition
government Incorporation of an international perspective
throughout, as well as anew chapter: The global social policy
environment Updated pedagogy to stimulate thought and learning
Comprehensive glossary Social Policy is essential reading for
students beginning or building on theirstudy of social policy or
welfare. The wide-ranging coverage of topics meansthat the book
holds broad appeal for a number of subject areas includinghealth,
social policy, criminology, education, social work and
sociology."This textbook has always been a useful teaching resource
because it combines substantial and engaging analysis with 'stand
alone' extracts. The new edition adds a chapter on global social
policy, updates on the Coalition Government and guides to what is
in the book. The added activities are well thought out and can be
adapted or expanded to suit the needs of particular students."
Hedley Bashforth, Teaching Fellow in Social Policy, University of
Bath, UK"Social Policy: An Introduction, now in its fourth edition
and eleventh year, will remain a core social policy text on reading
lists across the country due to its well written and comprehensive
nature. Completely revised, it has been updated and extended to
reflect contemporary developments in social policy, including the
policy implications of the Coalition Government, and now includes a
chapter on global social policy environments reflecting the
continued internationalisation of social policy debates. Updated
pedagogical features, which include activities for the reader,
learning outcomes at the start of each chapter and detailed case
studies throughout, enhance this thought-provoking and stimulating
text." Dr Liam Foster, University of Sheffield, UK"This book
provides, as it states, an introduction to the field and does so by
adopting a highly attractive pedagogic style that evidences, at
every turn, a sensitivity to the approaches to learning of
contemporary students. Although it is tailored to meet the needs of
primarily first year specialist students, it is equally suitable
for those on other programmes who are taking an option in social
policy. Because the book anticipates theoretical issues and debates
and students will confront as they progress to a more advanced
level, it will also retain value as be a longer-term reference
resource. I will certainly be citing it on a second year core
course I teach.It is immediately clear that a great deal of thought
has been invested into designing this book. What Blakemore and
Warwick-Booth have produced is a clearly laid out and
well-structured analysis of impressive breadth that is a readily
accessible learning instrument both for student and teacher.
Importantly, it provides numerous opportunities to experiment with
new ways of approaching the teaching of the subject. Each chapter
sets out clearly expressed learning outcomes with a fair balance of
theoretical and empirical concerns. Visual displays in box
material, graphs and flow charts provides a most effective means
for absorbing the large amount of ground covered. There is good
incorporation of statistical material and up to date policy
developments. Students are also encouraged to exploit useful links
to internet and other media sites. Particularly attractive from a
teaching point of view are the range of tasks set for the students
which are aimed clearly at rapid capacity building. Chapters end by
listing the key terms and concepts addressed to aid revision of
material. This is repeated in the glossary at the end of the book.
Most of the materials are derived from the British context, but
there is also a secondary focus on EU member states and beyond, as
well as a good chapter on global social policy." Steen Mangen,
Department of Social Policy, London School of Economics and
Political Science, UK
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