The Politics of Foster Care Administration in the United States
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Gewicht:
417 g
Format:
234x157x18 mm
Beschreibung:
Using examples from foster care systems in the states of Delaware, Michigan, New York, and Rhode Island, Rebecca Padot combines a rigorous methodology and theory work to expose the conditions under which foster care outcomes can be improved. An original and timely resource for scholars and practitioners, this book represents a significant contribution to our understanding of how leadership and management variables may be associated with more positive foster care practices and performance in the United States.
1. A Public Administration Framework for Foster Care 2. A Quantitative and Qualitative Data Collection Approach 3. Delaware: A Small State with Stronger Performance 4. New York: A Larger State with Weaker Performance 5. Rhode Island: A Smaller State with Weaker Performance 6. Michigan: A Larger State with Stronger Performance 7. Case Research Results and Implications for Increasing Effectiveness 8. Improving Foster Care