Understanding our resources
IRISS produces a number of different types of resources. These categories are:
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The online digital library developed by IRISS, where we've indexed thousands of learning resources specifically for social services education and training.
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IRISS's multimedia learning resources represent a wide range of materials, including social work practice case studies and topic guides.
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A series of case studies to showcase evidence-informed practice in Scotland.
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Collection of information, resources, and advice for specific subject areas.
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Evidence summaries to support social services in Scotland.
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Support and training materials for leading social services staff, and those in related disciplines, to practice in an outcomes-focused way.
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IRISS's monthly column as published in Care Appointments magazine.
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A collection of IRISS practical guidebooks covering various subjects.
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A series of stories highlighting innovative approaches to social service delivery in Scotland.
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Picture resources which may be of interest or benefit.
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Reports, articles and other documents published by IRISS.
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The IRISS Podcast is our channel for publishing audio recordings which we believe are of benefit to the social services sector, in Scotland and abroad.
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Short videos filmed, commissioned or licensed by IRISS.