Controversial Issues In Human Behavior In The Social Environment

Uses the classical Western debate format to gain further insight into controversial topics in the field of Human Behavior in the Social Environment (HBSE). Twenty debates, argued by social work scholars, tackle such questions as neo-positivism, stage theories of development, critical thinking, minority issues, the place of ethics in a world of facts and ideas, and political correctness. The stated goal of the book is to help the reader think more clearly about the subjects discussed; however, the format feels a bit claustrophobic with only two perspectives presented on each subject. No index. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

Part of the popular Controversial Issues series, this paperback book presents a series of debates on the most current issues and topics in the area of HBSE (human behavior in the social environment). This book will help readers to think through current issues in HBSE, including the validity of various theories, different methods of teaching HBSE, how sensitive topics such as race and gender can best be addressed, and more. The book will help readers appreciate the complexity of both learning and teaching in the field of HBSE.