The Handbook of Social Work Research Methods

The Handbook of Social Work Research Methods
Author: Bruce Thyer
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 1345
Release: 2010
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1412958393

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"In the field of social work, qualitative research is starting to gain more prominence as are mixed methods and various issues regarding race, ethnicity and gender. These changes in the field are reflected and updated in "The Handbook of Social Work Research Methods, Second Edition". This text contains meta analysis, designs to evaluate treatment and provides the support to help students harness the power of the Internet. This handbook brings together leading scholars in research methods in social work." --Book Jacket.

Social Work Research and Evaluation

Social Work Research and Evaluation
Author: Richard M. Grinnell, Jr.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 1196
Release: 2010-08-26
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0199889899

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Over thirty years of input from instructors and students have gone into this popular research methods text, resulting in a refined ninth edition that is easier to read, understand, and apply than ever before. Using unintimidating language and real-world examples, it introduces students to the key concepts of evidence-based practice that they will use throughout their professional careers. It emphasizes both quantitative and qualitative approaches to research, data collection methods, and data analysis, providing students with the tools they need to become evidence-based practitioners.

Understanding Social Work Research

Understanding Social Work Research
Author: Hugh McLaughlin
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 233
Release: 2011-12-16
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1446253996

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Social work students need to understand the relationship between research, knowledge and practice to be effective practitioners. In the second edition of this highly regarded book, Hugh McLaughlin shows how a research-minded perspective and an appreciation of evidence-based practice can lead students to achieve the highest level of individual and collective social work practice. Topics covered include: - How to assess, appraise and apply research - The philosophy of research - Improving the use of research in practice - Interdisciplinary contributions to social work and social work research Providing reflexive questions, practice examples and suggested reading throughout, this book is essential reading for all undergraduate students of social work. It will also be valuable reading for postgraduates and qualified social workers wishing to consolidate their understanding of social work research.

Qualitative Methods in Social Work Research

Qualitative Methods in Social Work Research
Author: Deborah K. Padgett
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Total Pages: 359
Release: 2016-05-25
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1483323307

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Qualitative Methods in Social Work Research provides accessible, how-to instruction for carrying out rigorous qualitative research. Deborah K. Padgett’s thoroughly revised Third Edition offers a comprehensive introduction to qualitative methods based on six major approaches: ethnography, grounded theory, case study, narrative, phenomenological, and participatory action research. Readers will appreciate the book’s ease of use, friendly writing style, and helpful cases/examples that combine attention to methodological rigor with pragmatic concerns for real-world relevance.

Social Work Research and Evaluation

Social Work Research and Evaluation
Author: Richard M. Grinnell
Publisher: Wadsworth
Total Pages: 558
Release: 1985
Genre: Political Science
ISBN:

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Social Work Research Methods

Social Work Research Methods
Author: Reginald O. York
Publisher:
Total Pages: 498
Release: 2020
Genre: Social service
ISBN: 9781506387215

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KEY FEATURES: A ‵‵learn by doing" approach woven throughout the text helps students apply knowledge to practice. A three-part structure introduces the fundamentals of research methods, the different types of social work research, and the use of data analysis for evaluation of social work practice. Chapter-opening vignettes illustrate the value of chapter content to the practicing social worker. Chapter-ending practice exercises provide opportunities to apply chapter knowledge and gain a better understanding of research competencies. Practical guidelines for data analysis show students how to use the Internet to analyze data with simple step-by-step instructions. Discussion questions provide opportunities to spark class discussions and help students reflect on critical concepts. Chapter tests, lists of key learnings, and glossaries at the end of chapters serve as convenient tools for reviewing key concepts and definitions.

Research Methods for Social Work

Research Methods for Social Work
Author: Antoinette Y. Farmer
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Total Pages: 340
Release: 2020-01-08
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1506345328

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Research Methods for Social Work: A Problem-Based Approach is a comprehensive introduction to methods instruction that engages students innovatively and interactively. Using a problem-based learning (PBL) approach, authors Antoinette Y. Farmer and G. Lawrence Farmer utilize case examples to achieve a level of application which builds readers’ confidence in methodology and reinforces their understanding of research across all levels of social work practice. These case examples, along with critical thinking questions, research tips, and step-by-step problem-solving methods, will improve student mastery and help them see why research is relevant. With the guidance of this new and noteworthy textbook, readers will transform into both knowledgeable consumers of research and skilled practitioners who can effectively address the needs of their clients through research. Included with this title: The password-protected Instructor Resource Site (formally known as SAGE Edge) offers access to all text-specific resources, including a test bank and editable, chapter-specific PowerPoint® slides.

Fundamentals of Social Work Research

Fundamentals of Social Work Research
Author: Rafael J. Engel
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Total Pages: 400
Release: 2014-01-14
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1483352080

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Designed to help students develop skills in evaluating research and conducting studies, this brief version of Rafael J. Engel and Russell K. Schutt’s popular, The Practice of Research in Social Work, makes principles of evidence-based practice come alive through illustrations of actual social work research. With integration of the CSWE Competencies, the text addresses issues and concerns common to the discipline and encourages students to address diversity and ethics when planning and evaluating research studies. The Second Edition includes a focus on qualitative research, a new chapter on research ethics, new sections on mixed methods research and community-based participatory research, and more.

Introduction to Social Work Research

Introduction to Social Work Research
Author: Margaret Williams
Publisher: Wadsworth
Total Pages: 424
Release: 1998
Genre: Political Science
ISBN:

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