Group Work Research
0
0
As an Amazon Associate and affiliate partner, Menrva Books earns from qualifying purchases. Learn more
Author Description
Group Work Research Is An Essential Resource For Anyone Seeking To Conduct Research On Groups Or Develop Empirically Based Group Work Practices. It Illustrates How To Plan And Conduct Group Work Research, Including Studies Of The Impact Of Groups On Individual Members, Group Conditions (e.g. Cohesiveness, Roles, Processes, Structures), And Other Systems External To The Group. Furthermore, It Will Walk The Reader Through The Process Of Conducting Group Work Research, From Formulating The Research Problem To Selecting A Design, Measuring Variables, And Disseminating The Findings. The Authors Also Discuss Considerations When The Purpose Of The Research Is An Evaluation Of A Group Work Program. The Amount Of Research That Has Been Published About Group Work Is Not Reflective Of The Technique's Extensive Use. Laying Out All The Fundamental Details Of Group Work Research In A Straightforward, Reader-friendly Manner, Group Work Research Will Be Invaluable To Doctoral Students And Faculty In Group Work, As Well As Professionals Without Formal Training In Using Research To Inform Their Practice.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates the methodological requirements and practical applications necessary for conducting empirical research within group work settings. The authors, Charles D. Garvin, Mark J. Macgowan, and Richard Tolman, leverage their extensive academic backgrounds to provide a comprehensive framework for practitioners and students. They argue that while group work is a widely utilized technique, the existing body of empirical research remains insufficient, necessitating a structured approach to program evaluation and outcome measurement.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Methodologies for planning and executing studies on group dynamics, including cohesiveness, roles, and structural processes.
- Step-by-step guidance on the research lifecycle, from initial problem formulation to the dissemination of findings.
- Evaluation frameworks specifically tailored for assessing the efficacy of group work programs.
- Analysis of external systemic factors that influence group performance and individual member outcomes.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts identify this work as a foundational resource for doctoral students and practitioners seeking to bridge the gap between clinical practice and empirical validation. Readers frequently note the clarity of the prose, which makes complex research design accessible to those without formal training in academic inquiry.
Page Count:
184
Publication Date:
2015-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0199700710
ISBN-13:
9780199700714
Psychology
Academic
Social Work
Research Methods
Education
