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Publisher Summary 1
In a textbook for graduate or undergraduate courses in human behavior, Kirst-Ashman (U. of Wisconsin-Whitewater) explores human behavior in task groups, organizations, and communities. She emphasizes the dynamic interaction among systems in the macro social environment, and the functioning of communities, organizations, and task groups. The first edition was published in 2000; the second is considerably expanded to help students apply theory in subsequent practical courses. Annotation 漏2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Publisher Summary 2
In this text, best-selling author Karen Kirst-Ashman introduces you to the ins and outs of human behavior in macro settings while helping you develop the necessary skills to think critically about how macro systems affect human behavior and ultimately, the practice of social work. By focusing on empowerment, she highlights the ways that communities, organizations, and groups promote positive change by building upon their strengths-taking you straight to the heart of what social work is all about.
Publisher Summary 3
In this text, best-selling author Karen Kirst-Ashman introduces you to the ins and outs of human behavior in macro settings while helping you develop the necessary skills to think critically about how macro systems affect human behavior and ultimately, the practice of social work. By focusing on empowerment, she highlights the ways that communities, organizations, and groups promote positive change by building upon their strengths茂'taking you straight to the heart of what social work is all about.
