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SOCIJALNI KONSTRUKTIVIZAM
SOCIAL CONSTRUCTIVISM

Author(s): Teodora Deretić
Subject(s): Politics / Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Education, Political Theory, Civil Society, Sociology, Social development, Social Norms / Social Control, Globalization, Sociology of Education
Published by: CENTAR MODERNIH ZNANJA
Keywords: social work theories; constructivism; social constructivism; social work;

Summary/Abstract: The topic of this paper is social costructivism as a modern theoretical approach which significantly changes social work practice. Social constructivism is observed as a heterogeneous set of theoretical approaches. The paper presents an overview of different definitions and designations of this term. Its essence is a critical attitude towards common social assumptions, which are considererd important for empowering the role of dominant social groups. Putting emphasis on self-determination, individualism, participation and social justice, it becomes an important link in the process of empowering users of social work. Therefore, in this paper we put a special emphasis on its contribution to theory and practice of social work. At last, it is previewed as a practical example of social constructivism usage in social work practice.

  • Issue Year: IV/2019
  • Issue No: 4
  • Page Range: 442-448
  • Page Count: 7
  • Language: Serbian