Practice-Based Research in Social Work
A Guide for Reluctant Researchers
By Irwin Epstein, Sarah-Jane Dodd | Publisher: Taylor and Francis
About the book
This unique textbook explores practice-based research (PBR), using numerous practice examples to actively encourage and engage students and practitioners to embrace research as a meaningful support for their practice. Whilst evidence-based practice gives practitioners access to information about \"universal\" best practices, it does not prioritize practitioner-generated knowledge or promote new research-based interventions relevant to their own practice circumstances as PBR does.
This book discusses the evolution of PBR as a distinct social work research approach, describes its principles and methods and presents a range of exemplars illustrating the application of PBR within different practice methods in different practice settings. The chapters cover:
- Identifying the research question in a PBR model
- Designing a study and identifying a methodology
- Sampling
- Literature reviews
- Gathering data
- Ethics
- Analyzing data and interpreting results
- Putting research into practice
Viewing the practitioner as central to the research process, and research as a necessary component of practice, this invaluable book emphasizes the seamless integration of practice and research. It is about research in social work practice rather than research on social work practice. Each chapter includes an overview, an introduction, and a key concepts summary. Practice-Based Research in Social Work is a very accessible text suitable for social work students, particularly MSW students, and practitioners.
Editions of Practice-Based Research in Social Work
- EBook
- ISBN 9781136581267
- PDF
- ISBN 9781136581274
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This unique textbook explores practice-based research (PBR), using numerous practice examples to actively encourage and engage students and practitioners to embrace research as a meaningful support for their practice. Whilst evidence-based practice gives practitioners access to information about \"universal\" best practices, it does not prioritize practitioner-generated knowledge or promote new research-based interventions relevant to their own practice circumstances as PBR does.
This book discusses the evolution of PBR as a distinct social work research approach, describes its principles and methods and presents a range of exemplars illustrating the application of PBR within different practice methods in different practice settings. The chapters cover:
- Identifying the research question in a PBR model
- Designing a study and identifying a methodology
- Sampling
- Literature reviews
- Gathering data
- Ethics
- Analyzing data and interpreting results
- Putting research into practice
Viewing the practitioner as central to the research process, and research as a necessary component of practice, this invaluable book emphasizes the seamless integration of practice and research. It is about research in social work practice rather than research on social work practice. Each chapter includes an overview, an introduction, and a key concepts summary. Practice-Based Research in Social Work is a very accessible text suitable for social work students, particularly MSW students, and practitioners.
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What is Practice-Based Research in Social Work about?
This unique textbook explores practice-based research (PBR), using numerous practice examples to actively encourage and engage students and practitioners to embrace research as a meaningful support for their practice. Whilst evidence-based practice gives practitioners access to information about \"universal\" best practices, it does not prioritize practitioner-generated knowledge or promote new research-based interventions relevant to their own practice circumstances as PBR does.
This book discusses the evolution of PBR as a distinct social work research approach, describes its principles and methods and presents a range of exemplars illustrating the application of PBR within different practice methods in different practice settings. The chapters cover:
- Identifying the research question in a PBR model
- Designing a study and identifying a methodology
- Sampling
- Literature reviews
- Gathering data
- Ethics
- Analyzing data and interpreting results
- Putting research into practice
Viewing the practitioner as central to the research process, and research as a necessary component of practice, this invaluable book emphasizes the seamless integration of practice and research. It is about research in social work practice rather than research on social work practice. Each chapter includes an overview, an introduction, and a key concepts summary. Practice-Based Research in Social Work is a very accessible text suitable for social work students, particularly MSW students, and practitioners.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Practice-Based Research in Social Work?
Health, Relationships and Personal development
Where can I read a sample of Practice-Based Research in Social Work?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781136581267
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Practice-Based Research in Social Work?
Irwin Epstein, Sarah-Jane Dodd
Who is the Publisher of the book Practice-Based Research in Social Work?
Taylor and Francis
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Practice-Based Research in Social Work is available as ebook(ISBN 9781136581267) and pdf(ISBN 9781136581274)