Understanding And Using Research In Social Work

Author : Brian J. Taylor,Campbell Killick,Anne McGlade
Publisher : Learning Matters
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2015-10-19
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781473943223

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Understanding and Using Research in Social Work by Brian J. Taylor,Campbell Killick,Anne McGlade Pdf

How do social work students learn to use research to underpin their practice decisions? How do they learn that research is not an activity unconnected to their professional role and responsibilities, but rather acts as a foundation for their knowledge? By using the examples drawn from evidence-based practice (e.g. what is known to work and what we know about social work processes), the authors deliver a text that will help support students to appraise and then integrate research into both their daily practice decisions and their assignments and assessments. It will do this by defining key concepts like ′knowledge′ and ′evidence′ and then look at how these concepts include component parts - from law and legislation to practice knowledge and reflective and critical practice. Case examples are used to illustrate how a clear understanding of these component parts can build to a substantial evidence base from which to draw upon. Identifying relevant research and appraising its quality are core aspects of the book. Later chapters show students how robust knowledge of evidence-based practice can develop into a clear and confident approach to their workloads and their daily practice dilemmas.

Author : Hugh McLaughlin
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2011-12-16
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781446290644

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Understanding Social Work Research by Hugh McLaughlin Pdf

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.

Author : Brian J. Taylor,Campbell Killick,Anne McGlade
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : POLITICAL SCIENCE
ISBN : 1473924596

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Understanding & Using Research in Social Work by Brian J. Taylor,Campbell Killick,Anne McGlade Pdf

An evidence-based text that will help support students to appraise and then integrate research into both their daily practice decisions and their assignments and assessments.

Author : B Maughan,A. Rushton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1995-05-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0582255511

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Understanding and Using Research in Social Work by B Maughan,A. Rushton Pdf

Author : Richard M. Grinnell, Jr.,Yvonne A. Unrau
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 1196 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2010-08-26
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780199889891

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Social Work Research and Evaluation by Richard M. Grinnell, Jr.,Yvonne A. Unrau Pdf

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.

Author : Martin Webber
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2017-09-16
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781137276117

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Applying Research Evidence in Social Work Practice by Martin Webber Pdf

This key textbook explores how good social work practice draws upon relevant and current research to ensure that interventions are as effective as possible. Social workers are increasingly required to demonstrate their knowledge of the research and evidence that underpin the daily decisions they make and actions they take and it is therefore vital that they are not only up to date with the latest research, but that they have the tools and understanding to successfully apply this to their practice. Written by leading experts in the field, this text book provides a step-by-step guide to implementing research in to every day social work practice. This is essential reading for any one taking a research module on Social Work programmes, at undergraduate and postgraduate level, or practitioners wishing to advance their own practise and deliver the best possible service they can.

Author : Ian Shaw,Nick Gould
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2001-10-04
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781446235027

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Qualitative Research in Social Work by Ian Shaw,Nick Gould Pdf

`A really fine book... an impressive work that adds much to the development of the use of qualitative methodology in social work research' - William J Reid, University at Albany 'The back cover of the book proclaims that "Qualitative Research in Social Work will be essential reading for all students, practitioners and researchers undertaking social work research." That just about sums it up for me' - British Journal of Social Work `This book is a significant milestone in the development of social work research. It is characterized by an unparalleled command of the field of qualitative research in social work, and by a commitment to an understanding of the demands and potential of day-to-day social work practice' - Mike Fisher, Director of Research, National Institute for Social Research `Qualitative Research in Social Work edited by Ian Shaw and Nick Gould, provides a state-of-the-art exposition and analysis of qualitative inquiry in relation to social work.... The book has an unusual degree of coherence for one with several authors. The five chapters by the editors (parts one and three) do an exceptional job of providing the necessary background information and setting the context for the six application chapters and of highlighting and discussing the issues raised in those chapters. The editors are respected scholars well-versed in the theory and practice of qualitative research. Similarly, the contributing authors represent both considerable experience in this field and a diversity of interests. This combination makes Qualitative Research in Social Work an excellent text for students, practitioners, and researchers alike. It is a benchmark for social work progress in this area and points the way for the continued development of qualitative inquiry' - Professor Stanley L Witkin, Department of Social Work, University of Vermont There is a clear need for a book which treats qualitative research as a substantive theme within social work, setting epistemological and methodological issues in a context whereby the agenda is set by, and is relevant to, social work. Qualitative Research in Social Work is just such a book and will be immensely useful for students, practitioners and researchers interested in and undertaking social work research. In the introductory chapters the co-authors set qualitative research within a context of social work developments and problems. The central section provides additional topicality and directness through specially commissioned chapters from leading figures in this field each covering key qualitative methods and relating them to social work settings, and the final section which reviews qualitative research in social work, and aims to exemplify ways in which social work thought and practice can be advanced through research.

Author : Gillian Ruch,Ilse Julkunen
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2016-03-21
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781784501129

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Relationship-Based Research in Social Work by Gillian Ruch,Ilse Julkunen Pdf

Relationship-based research is founded on the idea that human relationships are of paramount importance and should be central to social work research and practice. Drawing on psychodynamic and systemic understandings of research and practice, this book offers practitioners and academics an insight into what constitutes relationship-based approaches to research. These ideas are brought to life by illustrative case studies of research projects carried out in England and Finland, where the concept originated. The authors clearly demonstrate how this approach can be applied across the social work sector and provide a model for practice. This will be a key reference for social work students, practitioners on post-qualifying courses, research students, and consultant and senior practitioner social workers promoting research-informed practice.

Author : Brian J. Taylor,Campbell Killick,Anne McGlade
Publisher : Learning Matters
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2015-10-19
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781473943216

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Understanding and Using Research in Social Work by Brian J. Taylor,Campbell Killick,Anne McGlade Pdf

How do social work students learn to use research to underpin their practice decisions? How do they learn that research is not an activity unconnected to their professional role and responsibilities, but rather acts as a foundation for their knowledge? By using the examples drawn from evidence-based practice (e.g. what is known to work and what we know about social work processes), the authors deliver a text that will help support students to appraise and then integrate research into both their daily practice decisions and their assignments and assessments. It will do this by defining key concepts like ′knowledge′ and ′evidence′ and then look at how these concepts include component parts - from law and legislation to practice knowledge and reflective and critical practice. Case examples are used to illustrate how a clear understanding of these component parts can build to a substantial evidence base from which to draw upon. Identifying relevant research and appraising its quality are core aspects of the book. Later chapters show students how robust knowledge of evidence-based practice can develop into a clear and confident approach to their workloads and their daily practice dilemmas.

Author : Anne Campbell,Brian J. Taylor,Anne McGlade
Publisher : Learning Matters
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2016-10-18
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781446298008

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Research Design in Social Work by Anne Campbell,Brian J. Taylor,Anne McGlade Pdf

Social work research often focuses on qualitative designs and many students believe that the quantitative research pathway is either too complicated or is beyond their grasp. This book outlines how social work students can undertake a research project from either a qualitative, quantitative or mixed methodological approach. The authors introduce key concepts in an accessible and structured manner and go on to demonstrate each of the approaches from inception of research idea, to realisation of methodological approach, to research process, to data analysis and conclusion. More than just another research text, this book remains grounded in social work practice and has clear links to the Professional Capabilities Framework for Social Work.

Author : Bruce Thyer
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 564 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0761919058

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The Handbook of Social Work Research Methods by Bruce Thyer Pdf

This volume is the definitive resource for anyone doing research in social work. It details both quantitative and qualitative methods and data collection, as well as suggesting the methods appropriate to particular types of studies. It also covers issues such as ethics, gender and ethnicity, and offers advice on how to write up and present your research.

Author : Christine R. Marlow
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2023-03-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1478649402

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Research Methods for Generalist Social Work by Christine R. Marlow Pdf

Social work professionals must have a deep understanding of research methods to effectively serve their clients and communities. In this comprehensive guide, Christine Marlow emphasizes this link between research and practice. She focuses on the relevance of research methods within agency work, where most social work graduates will be employed, rather than strictly an academic setting. With a focus on generalist social work practice, she offers a clear and concise overview of the research process, including identifying research questions, selecting appropriate research designs, and analyzing data.Using real-world examples and case studies, Marlow helps readers understand how research can be used to inform social work practice and drive positive change in communities. With a strong emphasis on ethics and cultural competence, this text prepares social work students and professionals to conduct research that is both effective and socially responsible.

Author : Ian Shaw,Katharine Briar-Lawson,Joan Orme,Roy Ruckdeschel
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 602 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2009-11-27
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781446206744

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The SAGE Handbook of Social Work Research by Ian Shaw,Katharine Briar-Lawson,Joan Orme,Roy Ruckdeschel Pdf

"This is an ambitious book. It aims at nothing less than a comprehensive account of the state of the art of social work research internationally and an intellectually original statement that will help to define and shape social work research. Those with a serious interest in social work research will agree that this is a major undertaking and one that should put social work research ′on the map′." - Ian Sinclair, University of York, UK "This terrific Handbook provides an essential map for navigating the complex currents of social work research today. It resists polemical and simplistic binaries to chart a course that emphasizes diversity, pluralism and sensitivity to political contexts in many featured exemplars. As key chapters note, inherent tensions at the heart of social work itself are mirrored in current debates about the purposes and methods of social work research. Rather than patch over differences, the volume invites us to understand historical roots of unresolvable tensions, and live with them. The international scope of the volume is unique--scholars from more than a dozen different countries were involved --and its broad scope counters the tendency toward parochialism of much North American literature. The Handbook should be essential reading for students and academics." - Catherine Riessman, Boston University, USA The SAGE Handbook of Social Work Research provides a comprehensive, internationally-focused account of leading social work research, offering an original and defining statement on contemporary theory and practice within the field. The groundbreaking Handbook engages critically with the nature and role of social work research and evaluation in contemporary societies around the globe, and asks four key questions: - What is the role and purpose of social work research? - What contexts shape the practice and purpose of social work research? - How can we maximise the quality of the practice of social work research? - How can the aims of social work in its varied domains be met through social work research? Ranging over local, national and international issues, and exploring questions of theory and practice, this is a diverse and constructively organized overview of the field. It will quickly be recognized as a benchmark in the expanding field of social work research, setting the agenda for future work in the arena.

Author : Rafael J. Engel,Russell K. Schutt
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2014-01-14
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781483352084

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Fundamentals of Social Work Research by Rafael J. Engel,Russell K. Schutt Pdf

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.

Author : Bruce Thyer
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 673 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2009-10-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781483351315

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The Handbook of Social Work Research Methods by Bruce Thyer Pdf

Click on the Supplements tab above for further details on the different versions of SPSS programs. The canonical Handbook is completely updated with more student-friendly features The Handbook of Social Work Research Methods is a cutting-edge volume that covers all the major topics that are relevant for Social Work Research methods. Edited by Bruce Thyer and containing contributions by leading authorities, this Handbook covers both qualitative and quantitative approaches as well as a section that delves into more general issues such as evidence based practice, ethics, gender, ethnicity, International Issues, integrating both approaches, and applying for grants. New to this Edition More content on qualitative methods and mixed methods More coverage of evidence-based practice More support to help students effectively use the Internet A companion Web site at www.sagepub.com/thyerhdbk2e containing a test bank and PowerPoint slides for instructors and relevant SAGE journal articles for students. This Handbook serves as a primary text in the methods courses in MSW programs and doctoral level programs. It can also be used as a reference and research design tool for anyone doing scholarly research in social work or human services.