Research Methods in Social Work

Research methods in social work focus on the basic concepts and methods of scientific inquiry as used in building knowledge for social work practice. This ill help build and expand on knowledge and skills for social work research, including the application of data analysis and statistical techniques and the use the statistical package for the social sciences. In addition, the ethical and human diversity issues associated with analyzing and interpreting data collected from culturally diverse, disenfranchised and at-risk populations are examined. Specific emphasis has been given to the use of practice knowledge to inform social work research and the use of research findings to inform social work practice.

This book explores various techniques and methods required for research in social work. The focus lies on related principles, practices and processes. Focus also lies on code of ethics of social work, social value and public sociology. The book helps create an understanding about organizational behaviour and management ethics. The book also works towards creating an understanding about major methods of social work. An overview of social work, social research, field-work and project management is provided herein for readers. Select case studies are done with respect to volunteering and public-private partnership, so have been regarding action research and social work research centers. This book has been prepared keeping in mind the requirement of students, researchers, academicians and teachers.