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OverviewDo you want to understand how best to embrace the challenges, surprises, and successes of research? This book acts as a journey through research to empower you to make the necessary connections between research and professional practice. From understanding the concepts of research and gathering data, to guiding you in writing it up and achieving positive change, this book will give you: · a confident start with clarity on core concepts and getting it right ethically. · an insight into diversity in approaches, the impact of context, and how to overcome problems. · A better understanding of the realities of social work and social care practice. · Step-by-step guidance at each point in the research process Equipped with a wealth of case studies and real-world examples to help you put your knowledge into practice, this book is the perfect companion for students who want to transition to successful practitioner researchers. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Catherine Flynn , Fiona McDermottPublisher: SAGE Publications Ltd Imprint: SAGE Publications Ltd Edition: 2nd Revised edition Weight: 0.520kg ISBN: 9781529629002ISBN 10: 1529629004 Pages: 296 Publication Date: 18 December 2024 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Available To Order We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of Contents1. Conceptual Frameworks for Research and Evidence Informed Practice 2. Research With Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People: Socio-Cultural Positioning 3. Researching Ethically in Social Work and Social Care 4. Conducting a Literature Review: Framing and Justifying Your Research 5. Designing Your Study 6. Rigorous Research: Selecting and Accessing Data 7. Talking to People: interviews and Focus Groups Contents 8. Measuring Experiences 9. Using Visual Methods 10. Making Meaning from Data: Qualitative Analysis 11. Making Meaning from Quantitative Data 12. Creating Knowledge for Practice: Maximizing the Impact of Your ResearchReviewsAuthor InformationCatherine Flynn is an Associate Professor of social work at Monash University. Fiona McDermott is adjunct Associate Professor and has researched and taught in social work courses at Monash University and The University of Melbourne. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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