Description
The Practice of Research in Social Work, 4th edition
Rafael J. Engel and Russell K. Schutt wrote this text to present research methods as a set of practical techniques rather than an abstract subject. It teaches social work students and practitioners to be both critical consumers and competent producers of data, using illustrations drawn from actual social work research. The fourth edition is built around the 2015 CSWE Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards core competencies.
Methodological concepts are linked to ethics, diversity and evidence-based practice throughout every chapter, so the research skills stay connected to the problems social workers actually face.
What this edition expands on
- Qualitative methods, data analysis and mixed-methods approaches
- The use of technology in research
- Secondary data analysis
Ethics, diversity and evidence-based practice
Ethical guidelines and social diversity are woven into every stage of the research process rather than treated as a separate topic, alongside instruction on locating, evaluating and applying the best available research evidence to social work interventions.
Applied learning tools
- End-of-chapter action plans
- “Research in the News” segments
- Student projects for hands-on practice
Book details
- Title: The Practice of Research in Social Work
- Author: Rafael J. Engel and Russell K. Schutt
- Edition: 4th edition
- ISBN-13: 9781506304267
Questions buyers ask
Who is this book on research in social work written for?
Social work students and practitioners who need to evaluate research and apply it to practice, not just read about methodology.
Does it align with CSWE standards?
Yes. The fourth edition is built around the 2015 CSWE Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards core competencies.
What is new or expanded in the fourth edition?
Expanded coverage of qualitative methods and mixed-methods approaches, the use of technology in research, and secondary data analysis.
Does the book cover ethics and diversity?
Yes. Ethical guidelines and social diversity are worked into every stage of the research process, in every chapter.
Are there practice exercises included?
Yes. End-of-chapter action plans, “Research in the News” segments and student projects give readers hands-on practice.
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