SWK-550 Introduction to Social Work Research Methods

This course provides fundamental knowledge about research methods as they apply to social work practice and research. This course will give students the research and practical tools to critically think about and apply research concepts to help them be more effective social workers. More specifically, this course covers all phases of the research process, including formulating social work research question and hypothesis, selecting a research design, selecting a sampling method, selecting the appropriate instrument to measure client problems and progress, and collecting and analyzing client data. Students will learn to apply the steps for examining evidence-based practice, including using the best available evidence when working with clients in the field of social work. Students will learn about the importance of ethical and cultural issues in social work practice during every phase of the research process. Finally, students will be able to synthesize all the aforementioned information into a written research proposal.

Credits

3

Notes

3