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In this resource:
a. You will first learn about the number of children in care and the proportion of these in residential child care.
b. You will then look at three broad profiles of children in need, a range of care environments and three short case studies.
c. In the next section we will look at positive and negative perceptions of residential child care and you will have to reflect upon your own views.
d. In the penultimate section we will examine children's legislation and rights and you will have a chance to test your knowledge as well as consider your own views.
e. Finally, the conclusion contains a summary of the main points.
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