Current trends in academic social work training -- a narrative review
Current trends in academic social work training -- a narrative review
Author(s): Radu-Mihai Dumitrescu, Adrian-Nicolae DANSubject(s): Social Sciences, Sociology, Social development
Published by: Asociatia pentru Dezvoltare si promovare socio-economica Catalactica
Keywords: social work education; new trends; curriculum; interdisciplinary approach; innovation; digitisation; social responsibility;
Summary/Abstract: Undergraduate social work education is evolving through the integration of social responsibility, holistic student support, educational partnerships and the use of digital technologies. Programmes emphasise social justice and a culture of non-violence, ensuring adequate professional and ethical training. Psychological and social support becomes a priority for student success, and collaboration with employers and alumni helps improve training. The digitalisation of education, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, offers new opportunities for teaching and learning. Review-type analyses can provide insight into current trends in university training programmes. The present research, although limited in scope, manages to identify a number of key directions for academic training in social work.
Journal: Jurnalul Practicilor Comunitare Pozitive
- Issue Year: XXV/2025
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 94-113
- Page Count: 20
- Language: English