Since its first publication in 2000, this best-selling text has been an invaluable resource for thousands of social workers preparing for life in practice. Written by an influential academic-practitioner, it is widely regarded as the leading book in its field.The fourth edition has been thoroughly u…
This book is a comprehensive and simplified guide for undergraduate and postgraduate students in health and social care undertaking their research project. Containing clear guidance, real-life examples from student projects and signposting to additional resources, this book breaks down audit, servic…
“Aveyard, Payne and Preston demystify the literature review process, offering step-by-step guidance that is grounded in real research practice. This is an essential companion for anyone undertaking postgraduate study in health and social care.”Professor Debra Jackson AO“An essential resource f…
Medical Language Accelerated approaches medical terminology not as words to be memorized but as a language to be learned. If you treat medical terminology as a language and learn how to read terms like sentences, you will be able to communicate clearly as a health care professional and will be a fu…
Teachers, Schools, and Society: A Brief Introduction to Education offers a broad, diverse, and stimulating view of education. Written in an engaging, student-friendly style, the text immerses readers in an inspiring world of the classroom where current education headlines are brought to life. There …
“Simplifying Coaching is becoming a classic for the profession, ideal for coaches who are keen to truly become their unique version rather than follow a prescribed way of being and working.”Karen Foy MSc, MCC, Honorary Fellow, University of Reading, UK “In a noisy world, Claire Pedrick’s up…
By approaching sociology through the familiar concepts of culture, structure, and power, Experience Sociology engages students and enables them to see sociology in the world around them. Content is presented in an engaging and accessible way that brings theory and sociological concepts together, all…
“I’d recommend this book to anyone who has a great research idea but isn’t sure how to turn it into a convincing proposal. Denscombe has produced a clear guide full of helpful tips that take you through the stages of creating, structuring and submitting your research proposal. This latest, upd…
“This book stands out for its integration of knowledge from lived experience, inclusive practice, and compassionate pedagogy - making it essential reading for students and practitioners alike.” Lucy Basterra, Senior Lecturer in Social Work, University of Brighton, UK “I wholeheartedly recomm…
For over 30 years, John Murtagh’s General Practice has been the gold standard reference for general practice and primary health care. Its emphasis on the importance of clinical reasoning, early diagnosis and treatment makes this the essential reference for all medical students, trainees and genera…
