The developmental perspective in social work: Educational implications for a new century

Authors

James Midgley, University of California, Berkeley
Michelle Livermore, Louisiana State University

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-1997

Abstract

The developmental perspective is attracting more attention today as conventional residual and institutional approaches to social welfare lose appeal. This article explains the need to adopt a developmental perspective, traces its history, describes its key features, and outlines implications for social work education with reference to the educational needs of a new century. © by the Council on Social Work Education, Inc.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

Journal of Social Work Education

First Page

573

Last Page

585

Recommended Citation

Midgley, J., & Livermore, M. (1997). The developmental perspective in social work: Educational implications for a new century. Journal of Social Work Education, 33 (3), 573-585. https://doi.org/10.1080/10437797.1997.10778895