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Dimensions of Social Welfare Policy
Contributor(s): Gilbert, Neil (Author), Terrell, Paul (Author)
ISBN: 0205149847     ISBN-13: 9780205149841
Publisher: Pearson
OUR PRICE:   $107.65  
Product Type: Loose Leaf - Other Formats
Published: July 2012
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BISAC Categories:
- Political Science | Public Policy - Social Services & Welfare
Dewey: 362.973
Physical Information: 0.41" H x 7.99" W x 10.03" (1.12 lbs) 320 pages
 
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Publisher Description:
A conceptual framework for analyzing social welfare policy

Dimensions of Social Welfare Policy provides a comprehensive and widely-used framework for analyzing social welfare policies. The text encourages readers to develop their own thoughts on social welfare policy and to explore policy alternatives. Theoretical points are illustrated with examples from a cross-section of program areas including income maintenance, child welfare, model cities, day care, community action, and mental health. The text familiarizes students with the content of major social welfare programs such as TANF, OASDHI, SSI, and Title XX.

Learning Goals

Upon completing this book, readers will be able to:

  • Understand current policy issues
  • Reflect on where they stand in regard to controversial policy issues
  • Understand major social welfare programs
  • Better understand CSWE's core competencies and practice behaviors