Knowledge-in-practice in the Caring Professions: Multidisciplinary Perspectives

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Heather D'Cruz, Struan Jacobs, Adrian M. M. Schoo
Ashgate Publishing, Ltd., 2009 - Social Science - 256 pages
This volume explores the nature and role of knowledge in the practical work of the caring professions. It is concerned with practical over theoretical knowledge ('knowing how' over 'knowing that'), looking at the way that theory is applied and skill, judgement and discretion are exercised in the trained practice of professionals.
 

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Struan Jacobs
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List of Tables
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The practice of the psychiatrist
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a personal approach
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Using knowledge in the practice of dealing with
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Knowledgeinpractice in the caring professions
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Index
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