Instructs readers on how to use realism to conceptualize and conduct their qualitative study to get results with greater validity.

Comprehensive, critical and accessible, Criminology: A Sociological Introduction offers an authoritative overview of the study of criminology, from early theoretical perspectives to pressing contemporary issues such as the globalisation of crime, crimes against the environment, terrorism and cybercrime. Authored by an internationally renowned and experienced group of authors in the Department of Sociology at the University of Essex, this is a truly international criminology text that delves i...

This succinct and insightful guide to reflective practice is designed for students and practitioners across a range of professions in the human services - social work, healthcare and related fields. In seven compact chapters, it takes the reader through the main theories and principles of reflective practice, drawing on concepts and findings from across the associated literature. Its clear and careful integration of both the 'thinking' and 'doing' elements of the complex and often challenging...

The sixth edition of this bestselling text offers a concise history of anthropological theory from antiquity to the twenty-first century, with new and significantly revised sections that reflect the current state of the field.

Written specifically to support those undertaking practice educator awards that meet the staged requirements of the Practice Educator Professional Standards, this book will provide invaluable guidance and support to social workers who are new to a practice education role.

Understanding Digital Societies provides a framework for understanding our changing, technologically shaped society and how sociology can help us make sense of it.

As one of the few teaching books that looks at fieldwork in the broadest of contexts, this book provides a strong foundation in the fundamentals of fieldwork within social research. It not only teaches theory but puts into practice planning, designing, conducting and sharing social research.Â

This textbook is a comprehensive guide for students interested in using participatory research to improve people¿s health and well-being. It is especially designed for those working in the fields of health and social welfare who are embarking on participatory research for the first time. It covers all phases in participatory research from ¿getting started,¿ to ¿acting for change,¿ ¿continuing the journey¿ and ¿articulating impact.¿ Its unique format helps readers understand the essen...

Gebiedsgebonden politie (GGP) kent een rijke traditie en vormt volgens velen het fundament van het Nederlandse politiemodel. In zijn lectorale rede laat Teun Meurs zien dat een gebiedsgebonden politiefilosofie echter geen vanzelfsprekendheid is. Sinds haar introductie in de jaren zestig van de vorige eeuw kent GGP een betwiste geschiedenis. En ook binnen de Nationale Politie is er sprake van dubbele signalen, waarbij de papieren wenselijkheid niet strookt met de soms schrale situaties in de b...