Social Science and/or Social Work: Do We (Should We) Teach Them Both?

Abstract

Addresses teaching in social work on the basis of two different theories related to social work and social science, noting crucial aspects of each. Notes deep differences between theoretical and applied sciences and discusses ways in which a dynamic complementarity can be achieved in teaching the theoretical and the professional. Applies the major points of the discussion to practical situations in the classroom.

Keywords:

• Conceptual and methodological qualities
• canon
• comparability