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AN EASYGUIDE TO APA STYLE SECOND EDITION
Beth M. Schwartz, Randolph College • R. Eric Landrum, Boise State University • Regan A.R. Gurung,
University of Wisconsin, Green Bay
Master APA style and format quickly and easily! Written by experienced psychology instructors who are respected
members of the APA's Teaching of Psychology division, this guide provides an easy alternative for anyone struggling with
APA style. Written in a clear, conversational, and humorous style, this book presents easy-to-understand explanations
of how to write research papers, cite research, and do any work requiring APA format. The authors simplify the process
with easy-to-follow advice, tips, and visual representations of how to use APA style. This updated edition includes easy-
to-read screen shots as well as guidance on where to find answers to commonly asked student questions.
SPIRAL ISBN: 978-1-4522-6839-2 • ©2014 • 256 PAGES •
REPORT WRITING FOR SOCIAL WORKERS
Jane Watt
Many students and qualified workers in all areas of social work feel apprehension at the prospect of writing a formal
report for a court or tribunal. Writing may be a fundamental skill, but it is one that students and practitioners cannot
afford to take for granted. Recent reviews (Baby P, Serious Case Review processes) highlighted the need for clear
reports, recording, and written communication between professionals. This practical and accessible textbook presents
the report writing process in a clear and straightforward way. This text covers the report writing process from methods of
collecting and presenting evidence, to drawing conclusions and writing up a final report.
PAPERBACK: $33.00 • ISBN: 978-0-8572-5983-7 • ©2013 • 128 PAGES •
RESEARCH SKILLS FOR SOCIAL WORK SECOND EDITION
Andrew Whittaker, London South Bank University, UK
Social Work students often find research an intimidating and complex area of study, with many struggling to understand
the core concepts and their application to practice. This book presents these concepts in an accessible and user-
friendly way. Key skills and methods such as literature reviews, interviews, and questionnaires are explored in detail
while the underlying ethical reasons for doing good research underpin the text. For this Second Edition, new material
on ethnography is added.
PAPERBACK: $36.00 • ISBN: 978-0-8572-5927-1 • ©2013 • 160 PAGES •
SOCIAL WORK IN A DIGITAL SOCIETY
Sue Watling and Jim Rogers, both from University of Lincoln, UK
This book will help students develop their understanding of the Revised QAA Subject Benchmark 5.0 for social work
which lists six ICT competencies. Essential reading for students interested in how digital technology, the Internet and
social media impact and interact with social work practice, this book looks at how the value base of social work can
have a positive effect on service users and careers who engage with digital services.
PAPERBACK: $47.00 • ISBN: 978-0-8572-5677-5 • ©2013 • 176 PAGES •
PERFORMANCE COACHING SKILLS FOR SOCIAL WORK
Jane Holroyd • Richard Field
Within health and social care settings, high levels of sustained performance from individuals, teams, organizations
and multi-agency collaborations are required. In order to achieve this, both management and leadership have to
take a clear and defined role. This book looks at the 'how to' of performance coaching—from establishing objectives,
determining frameworks, processes and systems to monitoring and taking corrective action as necessary. Coaching in
its various forms offers a means by which those involved in public service can be supported and challenged to perform.
PAPERBACK: $43.00 • ISBN: 978-0-8572-5991-2 • ©2013 • 160 PAGES •
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