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Papers by Jan Fook
Everyday Social Justice and Citizenship, 2017
v pevné vazbě, 196 stran vyd. Routledge, X/2017 ISBN 9781138652804 katalog.cena cca 3.530 Kč vč.D... more v pevné vazbě, 196 stran vyd. Routledge, X/2017 ISBN 9781138652804 katalog.cena cca 3.530 Kč vč.DPH v této nabídce 2.790 Kč vč.DPH Social justice is a concept which is widely touted and lauded as desirable, yet its meaning differs depending on whether its focus is on the underlying values of social justice, the more specific objectives these entail or the actual practices or policies which aim to achieve social justice. In the current global political context, we need to reexamine what we mean by social justice, and demonstrate that 'making a difference' and contributing to human flourishing is more achievable than this context would suggest. The book aims to increase our sense of being able to enact social justice, by showcasing different ways of contributing to social justice, and 'making a difference' in different settings and different ways. Part I introduces a fluid and contextual approach to social justice. Part II examines social justice and faith perspectives, such as Christianity, Judaism, Islam and community organisations. Part III illustrates perspectives on children, the family, sport and local government. Part IV provides perspectives of social justice in education. Considering concepts of citizenship and social justice from a variety of contemporary perspectives, Everyday Social Justice and Citizenship should be considered essential reading for academics and students from a range of social scientific disciplines with an interest in social justice, as well as those working in education, community work, youth work and chaplaincy.
DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals), Dec 1, 2018
It seems so easy to say that the focus of research in social work should be on building theory fr... more It seems so easy to say that the focus of research in social work should be on building theory from practice. In one simple sentence we have linked and integrated these three major professional activities. Yet, like most endeavours in social work, if not life, it is easy to say, but not so easy to do. Take some of the common experiences with which most of us are familiar. Practitioners complain that the idea of research intimidates them. Researchers complain that practice is not evidence-based. Students complain that textbook theory is too abstract, and that they learn most from field practice. Educators complain that students are more interested in being lectured to by current practitioners, rather than academics whose knowledge is seen to derive from books or research. We all have beefs against each other, in a profession in which it seems as if separate worlds vie for privilege and recognition. So how does this situation come about? Why the separation of, and competition between, the worlds of practice, research and theory? I want to begin my paper today by taking a critical look at some of the reasons we have found it difficult to integrate practice, research and theory in social work. I am going to be deliberately controversial, because I am hoping that by confronting some of our dearly held assumptions, structures and behaviours, we might begin to see a new way ahead. Perhaps, in locating these sticking points, we might begin to reformulate our thinking and practices so that research, theory and practice are integrated in the social work endeavour.
Routledge eBooks, Feb 13, 2023
What debates and issues are involved in moves to generalise about social work across the globe? T... more What debates and issues are involved in moves to generalise about social work across the globe? This paper attempts to examine some of these major debates and, in so doing, to suggest some directions for a flexible approach. Crucial to these debates are several tensions around the issues of Westernisation, localisation and indigenisation in social work. It is also important to seek clarity around the complexities of international social work. The political implications involved in these movements are discussed and possible approaches to finding a flexible framework which allows for differences yet provides for accountability, responsiveness and connectivity are suggested.
Routledge eBooks, Oct 20, 2017
I have a lot of sympathy for the sociological imagination. After all, in the mid-1970's I almost ... more I have a lot of sympathy for the sociological imagination. After all, in the mid-1970's I almost forsook studying social work and opted for a sociology degree. I didn't particularly understand or enjoy the social work program. However in my second year I
Australian Social Work, Jun 1, 1989
Routledge eBooks, Jan 8, 2016
Part I: Conceptual challenges, Miriam Zukas, Helen Bradbury, Nick Frost and Sue Kilminster 1. Pro... more Part I: Conceptual challenges, Miriam Zukas, Helen Bradbury, Nick Frost and Sue Kilminster 1. Professionalism and social change - the implications of social change for the 'reflective practitioner', Nick Frost 2. Relocating reflection in the context of practice, David Boud 3. Beyond reflective practice: reworking the "critical" in critical reflection, Jan Fook 4. A learning practice: Conceptualising professional lifelong learning for the healthcare sector, Stephen Billett and Jennifer Newton 5. Really reflexive practice: auto/biographical research and struggles for a critical reflexivity, Linden West Part II: Professional Perspectives, Helen Bradbury, Sue Kilminster, Nick Frost and Miriam Zukas 6. Voices from the past: professional discourse and reflective practice, Janet Hargreaves 7. "It's all right for you two, you obviously like each other": recognising challenges in pursuing collaborative professional learning through team teaching, Sue Knights, Lois Meyer and Jane Sampson 8. Preparing for patient-centred practice: developing the patient voice in health professional learning, Penny Morris, Ernest Dalton, Andrea McGoverin, Fiona O'Neill and Jools Symons 9. Informal Learning by Professionals in the United Kingdom, Geoffrey Chivers 10. Judgement, narrative and discourse: a critique of reflective practice, David Saltiel Part III: New practices, Nick Frost, Helen Bradbury, Sue Kilminster and Miriam Zukas 11. Re-imagining reflection: creating a theatrical space for the imagination in productive reflection, Kate Collier 12. A step too far? From professional reflective practice to spirituality, Cheryl Hunt 13. Developing critical reflection within an interprofessional learning programme, Kate Karban and Sue Smith 14. Beyond reflection dogma, John Sweet
Routledge eBooks, Jan 8, 2016
Everyday Social Justice and Citizenship, 2017
v pevné vazbě, 196 stran vyd. Routledge, X/2017 ISBN 9781138652804 katalog.cena cca 3.530 Kč vč.D... more v pevné vazbě, 196 stran vyd. Routledge, X/2017 ISBN 9781138652804 katalog.cena cca 3.530 Kč vč.DPH v této nabídce 2.790 Kč vč.DPH Social justice is a concept which is widely touted and lauded as desirable, yet its meaning differs depending on whether its focus is on the underlying values of social justice, the more specific objectives these entail or the actual practices or policies which aim to achieve social justice. In the current global political context, we need to reexamine what we mean by social justice, and demonstrate that 'making a difference' and contributing to human flourishing is more achievable than this context would suggest. The book aims to increase our sense of being able to enact social justice, by showcasing different ways of contributing to social justice, and 'making a difference' in different settings and different ways. Part I introduces a fluid and contextual approach to social justice. Part II examines social justice and faith perspectives, such as Christianity, Judaism, Islam and community organisations. Part III illustrates perspectives on children, the family, sport and local government. Part IV provides perspectives of social justice in education. Considering concepts of citizenship and social justice from a variety of contemporary perspectives, Everyday Social Justice and Citizenship should be considered essential reading for academics and students from a range of social scientific disciplines with an interest in social justice, as well as those working in education, community work, youth work and chaplaincy.
DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals), Dec 1, 2018
It seems so easy to say that the focus of research in social work should be on building theory fr... more It seems so easy to say that the focus of research in social work should be on building theory from practice. In one simple sentence we have linked and integrated these three major professional activities. Yet, like most endeavours in social work, if not life, it is easy to say, but not so easy to do. Take some of the common experiences with which most of us are familiar. Practitioners complain that the idea of research intimidates them. Researchers complain that practice is not evidence-based. Students complain that textbook theory is too abstract, and that they learn most from field practice. Educators complain that students are more interested in being lectured to by current practitioners, rather than academics whose knowledge is seen to derive from books or research. We all have beefs against each other, in a profession in which it seems as if separate worlds vie for privilege and recognition. So how does this situation come about? Why the separation of, and competition between, the worlds of practice, research and theory? I want to begin my paper today by taking a critical look at some of the reasons we have found it difficult to integrate practice, research and theory in social work. I am going to be deliberately controversial, because I am hoping that by confronting some of our dearly held assumptions, structures and behaviours, we might begin to see a new way ahead. Perhaps, in locating these sticking points, we might begin to reformulate our thinking and practices so that research, theory and practice are integrated in the social work endeavour.
Routledge eBooks, Feb 13, 2023
What debates and issues are involved in moves to generalise about social work across the globe? T... more What debates and issues are involved in moves to generalise about social work across the globe? This paper attempts to examine some of these major debates and, in so doing, to suggest some directions for a flexible approach. Crucial to these debates are several tensions around the issues of Westernisation, localisation and indigenisation in social work. It is also important to seek clarity around the complexities of international social work. The political implications involved in these movements are discussed and possible approaches to finding a flexible framework which allows for differences yet provides for accountability, responsiveness and connectivity are suggested.
Routledge eBooks, Oct 20, 2017
I have a lot of sympathy for the sociological imagination. After all, in the mid-1970's I almost ... more I have a lot of sympathy for the sociological imagination. After all, in the mid-1970's I almost forsook studying social work and opted for a sociology degree. I didn't particularly understand or enjoy the social work program. However in my second year I
Australian Social Work, Jun 1, 1989
Routledge eBooks, Jan 8, 2016
Part I: Conceptual challenges, Miriam Zukas, Helen Bradbury, Nick Frost and Sue Kilminster 1. Pro... more Part I: Conceptual challenges, Miriam Zukas, Helen Bradbury, Nick Frost and Sue Kilminster 1. Professionalism and social change - the implications of social change for the 'reflective practitioner', Nick Frost 2. Relocating reflection in the context of practice, David Boud 3. Beyond reflective practice: reworking the "critical" in critical reflection, Jan Fook 4. A learning practice: Conceptualising professional lifelong learning for the healthcare sector, Stephen Billett and Jennifer Newton 5. Really reflexive practice: auto/biographical research and struggles for a critical reflexivity, Linden West Part II: Professional Perspectives, Helen Bradbury, Sue Kilminster, Nick Frost and Miriam Zukas 6. Voices from the past: professional discourse and reflective practice, Janet Hargreaves 7. "It's all right for you two, you obviously like each other": recognising challenges in pursuing collaborative professional learning through team teaching, Sue Knights, Lois Meyer and Jane Sampson 8. Preparing for patient-centred practice: developing the patient voice in health professional learning, Penny Morris, Ernest Dalton, Andrea McGoverin, Fiona O'Neill and Jools Symons 9. Informal Learning by Professionals in the United Kingdom, Geoffrey Chivers 10. Judgement, narrative and discourse: a critique of reflective practice, David Saltiel Part III: New practices, Nick Frost, Helen Bradbury, Sue Kilminster and Miriam Zukas 11. Re-imagining reflection: creating a theatrical space for the imagination in productive reflection, Kate Collier 12. A step too far? From professional reflective practice to spirituality, Cheryl Hunt 13. Developing critical reflection within an interprofessional learning programme, Kate Karban and Sue Smith 14. Beyond reflection dogma, John Sweet
Routledge eBooks, Jan 8, 2016