Research for Effective Social Work Practice (New Directions in Social Work)

Book Details:

• Author: Judy L. Krysik

• Edition: 3

• Binding: Paperback

• Pages: 488

• Release Date: 14-03-2013

• EAN: 9780415519861

• Package Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.3 x 0.9 inches

• Languages: English

About The Book:

"Research for Effective Social Work Practice" (3rd Edition) by Judy L. Krysik and Jerry Finn offers a fresh, engaging, and accessible approach to teaching research skills to social work students. Unlike many traditional research texts, this book connects research directly to real-life social work practice, making the learning process more relevant and interesting.

The book delves into key research methods and skills that are critical for social work practice, including qualitative research methods, and emphasizes their application to real-world scenarios. One standout feature is Chapter 13, which focuses on the art of writing research reports, and Chapter 6, which discusses qualitative research methods in depth.

In addition to theoretical insights, the book includes five unique cases where students can apply research issues and methods to different levels of social work intervention and client situations. Among these, the RAINN case is especially significant, as it examines the evaluation of a national hotline for rape and sexual abuse, providing students with hands-on experience in addressing research and ethical challenges related to program evaluation.

Key Features:

• Real-Life Application: The book emphasizes how research methods directly apply to social work practice.

• Engaging and Accessible: Avoids the dry, academic tone of typical texts, making it approachable and relatable.

• Web-based Learning: Includes five unique case studies for students to apply research skills to various social work scenarios.

• Focus on Ethics and Program Evaluation: The RAINN case study explores the evaluation of a program that addresses sensitive social issues, offering a deep dive into research and ethical challenges in social work.

This third edition is an invaluable resource for social work students and professionals looking to develop strong research skills that will support their practice and real-world interventions.