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Understanding theories and concepts in social policy
Lister Ruth
Understanding theories and concepts in social policy - Briston Policy Press 2010 - 311p xii
Table of contents
Introduction: laying the groundwork;
Part One: Theoretical perspectives in the political arena: Dominant post-war ideological perspectives: from 'middle way' to 'third way' and beyond;
Critical perspectives: Marxism, feminism, anti-racism and environmentalism;
Part Two: Theoretical perspectives as an analytical tool: Post-Fordism and postmodernism;
Social control, regulation and resistance;
What's the problem? Social constructionism;
Part Three: Concepts: Needs;
Citizenship and community;
Liberty, equality and social justice;
Bringing it all together.
9781861347930
1. Social Policy2. Public Welfare3. Human Services
361.600000 / LIS
Understanding theories and concepts in social policy - Briston Policy Press 2010 - 311p xii
Table of contents
Introduction: laying the groundwork;
Part One: Theoretical perspectives in the political arena: Dominant post-war ideological perspectives: from 'middle way' to 'third way' and beyond;
Critical perspectives: Marxism, feminism, anti-racism and environmentalism;
Part Two: Theoretical perspectives as an analytical tool: Post-Fordism and postmodernism;
Social control, regulation and resistance;
What's the problem? Social constructionism;
Part Three: Concepts: Needs;
Citizenship and community;
Liberty, equality and social justice;
Bringing it all together.
9781861347930
1. Social Policy2. Public Welfare3. Human Services
361.600000 / LIS