Case study
Introducing students to a practice setting: university and field staff jointly evaluate students’ readiness for practice
| Case study summary | |
|---|---|
| Author | Ruth Forbes (University of Edinburgh) & Maura Daly (Circle Scotland) |
| Organisation | University of Edinburgh, Circle Scotland |
| Contact | ruth.forbes@ed.ac.uk |
| Disciplinary focus | Social work |
| Publication date | 15 May 2008 |
| Keywords | practice learning, readiness for practice |
Description
This case study outlines an initiative between the University of Edinburgh and local social service agencies in which a pre-practice opportunity has been devised to develop students' awareness of service provision and to evaluate their readiness for practice.
