Creative Studies for the Caring Professions - Couverture souple

Lyons, Denise

 
9780717147687: Creative Studies for the Caring Professions
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 0717147681 ISBN 13 : 9780717147687
Editeur : Gill Education, 2010

Synopsis

A unique new Irish text providing an introduction to the theory underpinning
the practice of using the creative arts as a tool or intervention in various
social care and community scenarios.

• Structure of the book provides students with a comprehensive overview of best practice in the field:
– Part 1 introduces the theory behind using the creative arts
– Part 2 describes the practical use of the creative arts
– Part 3 details creative activities for use in practice

• Highlights the use of various creative activities as a tool or intervention within a variety of social care, early childhood or community settings

• Explores the benefits of engaging in creative activities, such as:– Relationship development – Meeting new people – Learning through play – Becoming more self-aware – Means of personal expression – Means of communication – Having fun

• Facilitates skills-based learning, while also preparing the student for working as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Details many testimonials and case studies from practitioners within the fields of social care and youth work, demonstrating the use and benefits of creative activities

WRITTEN FOR: The creative studies module in Social Care, Early Childhood, and Community Development courses at HETAC and degree level.

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À propos de l'auteur

Denise Lyons is course co-ordinator and lecturer in Creative Studies and Personal Professional Development at the Institute of Technology Blanchardstown. Denise worked as a social care worker, using the creative arts in practice, and later as an art therapist working specifically with children in residential care.

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Éditeur
Gill Education
Date d'édition
2010
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0717147681
ISBN 13 
9780717147687
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
289
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
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