This engaging, thought-provoking, and comprehensive text examines the promise and limits of community development by showing students and practitioners how asset-based developments can improve the sustainability and quality of life.

Designed to teach students the fundamental interviewing tools (e.g., empathy, reflection, summarizing, etc.) that comprise professional clinical contact and can be used in all clinical skills courses and practica across the human services.

A collection of practical articles on best practices in classroom management and assessment by the premier researchers and authors in the US and UK.

This book is a guide for students progressing through field work to help them review key skills and reinforce their field learning experience.

Revised edition of the authors' Gangs in America's communities, [2016]

This book is for academics and students studying the theory of publishing and for young professionals entering the practical reality of the industry. It provides historical context, describes industry processes and institutions and is packed full of real-life examples and advice for success in both print and digital publishing.

A lively and timely overview of a modern preoccupation

Provides social workers with a comprehensive understanding of working with lesbians and gay men to ensure a fully inclusive and effective practice.

Part of the Key Concepts in Human Geography series, this is a companion text dedicated to economic geography presenting 23 key concepts and demonstrating their historical roots and contemporary applications.

Giving invaluable advice on how to get the most out of studying for a PGCE, this is a must-have guide for all those on, or looking to embark on, this demanding course.