UNDERSTANDING SOCIAL WORK RESEARCH by Hugh McLaughlin ( 9780857028723 )

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Title:

UNDERSTANDING SOCIAL WORK RESEARCH

By:

Hugh McLaughlin

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Paperback

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0857028723

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9780857028723

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Publisher:

SAGE PUBLICATIONS LTD

Pub. date:

16 December, 2011

Edition:

2nd Revised edition

Pages:

232

Description:

Now in its Second Edition, this straightforward book introduces students to research. Specific to social work, it is widely used on undergraduate programmes.

Synopsis:

Social work students need to understand the relationship between research, knowledge and practice to be effective practitioners. In the second edition of this highly regarded book, Hugh McLaughlin shows how a research-minded perspective and an appreciation of evidence-based practice can lead students to achieve the highest level of individual and collective social work practice. Topics covered include:- How to assess, appraise and apply research- The philosophy of research- Improving the use of research in practice- Interdisciplinary contributions to social work and social work researchProviding reflexive questions, practice examples and suggested reading throughout, this book is essential reading for all undergraduate students of social work. It will also be valuable reading for postgraduates and qualified social workers wishing to consolidate their understanding of social work research.

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