Informal Learning in Youth Work
Informal Learning in Youth Work

Author: Janet R Batsleer

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2008-05-21

Total Pages: 186

ISBN-13: 1473946190

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Informal Learning in Youth Work offers fresh perspectives on all aspects of informal education in the youth work setting. Designed to develop the reader′s knowledge and skills, this comprehensive textbook explores key issues such as communication, power relations, ethics, gender exclusion, sexuality, race discrimination and social class. The author places particular emphasis on conversation as a key means of promoting informal learning and engaging effectively with young people. Other key features include: " case studies that illustrate the application of theory to `real-life′ practice " an emphasis on critical reflection, including reflective questions " an easily accessible style, with key terms and tips for further reading " a four-part structure guiding the reader through different stages of conversations and relationships in informal education. Informal Learning in Youth Work provides a unique combination of theoretical analysis and practice tips. Satisfying training and course requirements in the area, it will be essential reading for all students on youth and community work courses, as well as those in allied fields such as education and social work. It will also be a valuable reference for practitioners working with young people on a daily basis.

Learning mobility and non-formal learning in European contexts: Policies, approaches and examples
Learning mobility and non-formal learning in European contexts: Policies, approaches and examples

Author: Günter J.Friesenhahn, Hanjo Schild, Hans-Georg Wicke, Judit Balogh

Publisher: Council of Europe

Published: 2014-01-01

Total Pages: 215

ISBN-13: 928717833X

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Mobility is considered to be important for the personal development and employability of young people, as well as for intercultural dialogue, participation and active citizenship. Learning mobility in the youth field focuses on non-formal learning as a relevant part of youth work, with links to informal learning as well as to formal education. Different stakeholders at European level, particularly the Council of Europe and the European Commission, but also individual member states, foster programmes and strategies to enhance the mobility of young people, and particularly the learning dimension in mobility schemes. This book on learning mobility is a joint Council of Europe and European Commission publication, and provides texts of an academic, scientific, political and practical nature for all stakeholders in the youth field - youth leaders and youth workers, policy makers, researchers and so on. It should contribute to dialogue and co-operation between relevant players and to discussion on the further development and purpose of youth mobility schemes and their outcomes for young people.

Principles and Practice of Informal Education
Principles and Practice of Informal Education

Author: Linda Deer Richardson

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2004-11-23

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 1134605188

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This new and exciting text is aimed at informal educators involved in youth work, community work and adult education and health promotion. The contributors explore the principles and practice of informal education and focus, in particular, on the notion of 'working with' which is central to practice, in this sector. The book argues for an approach which is relevant to a number of professional fields and which focuses on a way of working rather than upon a specific target group. The book looks at the role of an educator in informal education and youth work settings. Comprehensive and analytical, it looks at social, cultural and political contexts of education. The authors discuss the practical side of teaching from the setting, programme planning and communication to activity-based work, one-to-one case work, formal group work and managing the work load. Finally the book analyses developing professional practice, the use of line management and supervision, and evaluation of work.

Informal Learning in Youth Work
Informal Learning in Youth Work

Author: Janet R Batsleer

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2008-05-21

Total Pages: 185

ISBN-13: 1849208360

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Informal Learning in Youth Work offers fresh perspectives on all aspects of informal education in the youth work setting. Designed to develop the reader′s knowledge and skills, this comprehensive textbook explores key issues such as communication, power relations, ethics, gender exclusion, sexuality, race discrimination and social class. The author places particular emphasis on conversation as a key means of promoting informal learning and engaging effectively with young people. Other key features include: " case studies that illustrate the application of theory to `real-life′ practice " an emphasis on critical reflection, including reflective questions " an easily accessible style, with key terms and tips for further reading " a four-part structure guiding the reader through different stages of conversations and relationships in informal education. Informal Learning in Youth Work provides a unique combination of theoretical analysis and practice tips. Satisfying training and course requirements in the area, it will be essential reading for all students on youth and community work courses, as well as those in allied fields such as education and social work. It will also be a valuable reference for practitioners working with young people on a daily basis.

What is Youth Work?
What is Youth Work?

Author: Janet R Batsleer

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2010-07-05

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 1844456986

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With the proposed development of the ′youth professional′ and the consolidation of graduate professional qualifications, this is an important time for youth work. This book sets out the current state of debate about youth work for those considering, or about to embark on, a degree course. Contemporary debates in youth work are explored, and help to give students a sense of its history and its future contribution. By combining the experience of its editors and the contemporaneous experience of the voices of contributors, this book provides an excellent introduction to work as a youth worker in the twenty-first century.

Using Informal Education
Using Informal Education

Author: Tony Jeffs

Publisher:

Published: 1990

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13: 9780335092659

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In recent years there has been a growing interest in the use of informal education in welfare and schooling. This has been reflected in major developments in practice. Using Informal Education is an exploraton of these changes, and aims to provide an insight into practice.

Youth Work
Youth Work

Author: Tony Jeffs

Publisher: Red Globe Press

Published: 1987-02-23

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 0333409841

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Abstract: This publication is a collection of assessments by practioners in the area of youth work of their own and others' practices. This document is intended to fill what has been perceived as a lack of adequate core theory in the area of youth work. The various roles of the youth worker (eg. social worker, education, caretaker, etc.) are discussed and youth work theories are examined.

The SAGE Handbook of Youth Work Practice
The SAGE Handbook of Youth Work Practice

Author: Pam Alldred

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2018-07-02

Total Pages: 672

ISBN-13: 1526416425

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Showcases the value of professional work with young people as it is practiced in diverse forms, and in locations from around the world.

Youth worker education in Europe
Youth worker education in Europe

Author: Marti Taru

Publisher: Council of Europe

Published: 2020-07-02

Total Pages: 220

ISBN-13: 9287186596

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Youth work, coupled with effective government policies, is invaluable in ensuring that young people are given the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes they need for civic engagement and social action. Youth work is experiencing a policy momentum at European level. Since the adoption of a resolution on the subject by the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe in 2017, youth work is back on the core agenda of the Council of Europe and the European Union youth strategies. This book looks at how youth work practitioners learn their trade, what formal and non-formal education offers exist and how education iscontextualised in the broader picture of youth work recognition. Starting with the premise that formal education entails a series of steps from which youth work practitioners would benefit, this books explores that picture through a mapping study and delves further into its findings through thematic contributions. The results of the research and debates with policy makers, researchers, practitioners, educators and other stakeholders identifies a field of growing opportunities across Europe. The situation of youth workers in different countries varies from advanced practice architectures for youth worker education to those in need of development. Youth worker education, however, is not only about the education and training offers, it is also about financial and organisational resources, legislation, support systems, competence frameworks, quality standards, ethical frameworks and guidance. This book aims to support youth work so that it becomes more visible and evolves into a recognised field of practice among other occupations and professions engaging with young people.

Socially Just, Radical Alternatives for Education and Youth Work Practice
Socially Just, Radical Alternatives for Education and Youth Work Practice

Author: Charlie Cooper

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2015-10-12

Total Pages: 295

ISBN-13: 1137393599

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Challenging dominant discourses in neoliberal marketized societies about working with disconnected young people, this book argues that alternative, radical approaches to formal and informal education are necessary to challenge repressive practices, and to help build a more equal, socially-just society.