
Since the first edition in 1981, Social Work Research and Evaluation has provided graduate-level social work students with basic research and evaluation concepts to help them become successful evidence-based practitioners, evidence-informed practitioners and practitioners who are implementing evidence-based programs. Students will gain a thorough understanding and appreciation for how the three dominant research methodologies--quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods--will help them achieve their professional goals, regardless of their area of specialization. Written in clear, everyday language, this edition also includes the pedagogical features that will make it easy and effective for classroom use.
This text investigates the foundational research and evaluation methodologies required for social work students to effectively implement evidence-based practice in professional settings. Authors Richard M. Grinnell Jr. and Yvonne A. Unrau draw upon decades of academic expertise to synthesize complex research concepts into accessible instructional material. The book provides a structured framework that integrates quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods approaches, ensuring practitioners can apply empirical evidence to diverse social work specializations. By focusing on the intersection of theory and clinical application, the authors aim to bridge the gap between academic research and real-world program implementation.
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Since its inception in 1981, this text has been recognized as a foundational resource for graduate social work education. Readers frequently note the clarity of the prose, which successfully demystifies complex research methodologies for students entering the field.
Page Count:
725
Publication Date:
2018-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190859040
ISBN-13:
9780190859046
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