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Qualitative and Quantitative Models in Socio-Economic Systems and Social Work
The main purpose of this book is not only to present recent studies and advances in the field of social science research, but also to stimulate discussion on related practical issues concerning statistics, mathematics, and economics. Accordingly, a broad range of tools and techniques that can be used to solve problems on these topics are presented in detail in this book, which offers an ideal reference work for all researchers interested in effective quantitative and qualitative tools. The content is divided into three major sections. The first, which is titled “Social work”, collects papers on problems related to the social sciences, e.g. social cohesion, health, and digital technologie...
Social Welfare Programs and Social Work Education at a Crossroads
This book explores a key phenomenon that has been accelerated by the COVID-19 crisis, namely, the crossroads at which social welfare professionals find themselves. This is a crossroads where, on the one hand, there is an accelerated digitalization process and a reorganization of social programs, while on the other hand, we are confronted by the basic challenge of designing social policies and their methods of evaluation, that is, the generation of robust data that will allow better evaluation of social projects and programs. Rigorously analyzing the crossroads at which social welfare programs find themselves and the new demands for the education of professionals involved in social welfare pr...
INFORME SOBRE INVESTIGACIÓN E INNOVACIÓN EN LOS SERVICIOS SOCIALES DE ANDALUCÍA
El presente informe pretende mostrar la investigación y la innovación que en Andalucía se desarrolla en torno a los Servicios Sociales. Los dos primeros capítulos están centrados en una explotación de la base de datos WoS, analizando la producción relativa a Servicios Sociales en Andalucía y sus áreas de intervención, así como en el análisis, mediante el uso de softwares de mapeo científico, de las palabras clave, las personas autoras y las instituciones a las que pertenecen. El tercer capítulo está centrado en el análisis del Sistema de Información Científica de Andalucía (SICA) en tres cuestiones principales: el tipo de producción, las redes de autoría, y la fuente de financiación. El cuarto capítulo aborda el análisis cualitativo de 29 entrevistas a personas expertas del ámbito académico y profesional, y 4 grupos de discusión con profesionales en el que se identifican estrategias de actuación, buenas prácticas, e investigaciones e innovaciones relevantes.
SOCIEDADES Y FRONTERAS
El libro "SOCIEDADES Y FRONTERAS" recoge las Actas del IX Congreso Andaluz de Sociología celebrado en la Universidad de Huelva entre el 23 y 24 de noviembre de 2018 y organizado por la Asociación Andaluza de Sociología y el área de Sociología de la Universidad de Huelva. Sociedades y fronteras fue el lema IX Congreso Andaluz que planteó una invitación a la reflexión académica y profesional sobre la diversidad de realidades sociales que están construyéndose en la segunda década del siglo XXI. Fronteras físicas y fronteras simbólicas. Fronteras entre el mundo real y el virtual. Fronteras que empujan a la construcción identitaria y a la movilización colectiva. Que contribuyen a ...
Reliability and Risk
We all like to know how reliable and how risky certain situations are, and our increasing reliance on technology has led to the need for more precise assessments than ever before. Such precision has resulted in efforts both to sharpen the notions of risk and reliability, and to quantify them. Quantification is required for normative decision-making, especially decisions pertaining to our safety and wellbeing. Increasingly in recent years Bayesian methods have become key to such quantifications. Reliability and Risk provides a comprehensive overview of the mathematical and statistical aspects of risk and reliability analysis, from a Bayesian perspective. This book sets out to change the way i...
The Eco-social Approach in Social Work
This book examines what the connection between social and environmental issues means for social work practices.
From Housing Needs to Housing Rights
This report seeks to provide an introductory and accessible framework for non-lawyers to use in understanding and grasping the issues associated with housing rights as currently found under the international human rights law. It examines the role, status and mechanics of the law.
A Brief Introduction to Social Work Theory
This textbook offers the perfect introduction to the complex world of social work theory, giving a concise yet comprehensive overview of how practice is influenced by each theoretical approach described. The book begins by outlining the origins and historical context of social work, which allows the reader to see show how theoretical fashions have changed and adapted to certain times, and concludes with advice on the best way forward for the modern-day social worker. Packed with thought-provoking discussions surrounding the topic, students will be encouraged to question the theories portrayed – a skill crucial to being a truly effective social work practitioner. Written by one social work's most highly regarded commentators, the book's accessible and easy-to-read writing style makes it a must-have companion for students and practitioners looking to gain an overall view of social work theory.
