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Book - Modern Social Work Theory (4th Edition) Author - Malcolm Payne
Question: Read Payne, M. (2014) Part 2: Reviewing social work theories. In Modern Social Work Theory and answer the following
In Social work perspective why is Theory-practice integration important? ( In 200 words define and critically analyse the relationship between theory and practice integration)
According to Malcoml Payne and the other authors in the book why Theory-practice integration is an essential skill for practice while dealing with clients and how you would apply them in the work place.
( In 200-250 words explore what the authors said and relate them with why are they needed and how you can apply them in the work place as a social worker)
Choose one theory (from Payne's book:part 2) that appeals to you, reflecting on the factors that have shaped your choice and including a critical analysis of the theory. (200-250 words)
Other readings that might help you to do the assignment:
• Connolly, M. (2007). Practice frameworks: Conceptual maps to guide interventions in child welfare. British Journal of Social Work, 37(5), 825-837.
• Howe, D.(2009) A Brief Introduction to Social Work Theory UK: Palgrave MacMillan
• Maidment, J., & Egan, R. (2016). Practice skills in social work and welfare: More than just common sense. Allen & Unwin.
• Payne, M. (2014). Modern Social Work Theory. (4rd ed.) UK: Palgrave MacMillan