Kay Janet (Sheffield Hallam University Uk) - Working Together In Children's Services - Paperback

Binding: Paperback
Description: The importance of interagency cooperation within children's services has been highlighted within recent government strategy including the Every Child Matters agenda the development of Children's Centres and the expansion of Extended Schools. Following tragic cases such as Victoria Climbie the need for effective multi - disciplinary teamwork and interagency co - operation across all education and care settings remains as pressing as ever. Working Together in Children's Services addresses a range of theoretical perspectives and contexts to stimulate students and practitioners critical thinking about the issues of multi - agency working. The book provides the reader with a critical framework for understanding both new and future developments and explores key issues like: The notion of "working together" and what it means in practice The benefits and barriers of multi - agency work Current policy and requirements for successful interdisciplinary working Essential skills for inter - professional teamwork. As modules on multi - professional working become increasingly common the book will provide core reading for all students of Early Childhood Studies Initial Teacher Education and Foundation Degrees in the Early Years. By showing how to develop successful multi - agency partnerships it is also highly relevant for teachers and practitioners working across children's services.
Title: Working Together In Children's Services
Author(s): Kay Janet (Sheffield Hallam University Uk)
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Barcode: 9781843124672
Pages: 146 Pages, 1 Tables, Black And White
Publication Date: 11/15/2007
Category: Teaching Skills & Techniques