Social work research in practice : ethical and political contexts /

This new edition of Social Work Research in Practice: Ethical and Political Contexts explores the intrinsic connection between knowledge, research and practice in social work. The authors argue that through a better appreciation of research, the highest standards of social work can be achieved.The s...

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Main Authors: D'Cruz, Heather (Author), Jones, Martyn (Author)
Corporate Author: Sage Publications
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Los Angeles : SAGE, 2014.
Edition:Second edition.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:This new edition of Social Work Research in Practice: Ethical and Political Contexts explores the intrinsic connection between knowledge, research and practice in social work. The authors argue that through a better appreciation of research, the highest standards of social work can be achieved.The second edition investigates contemporary approaches which impact on the discourses of social work research, including:-- Evidence-based practice-- User-led research-- Anti-oppressive practice-- Practice-based researchEach chapter has been fully updated with a rich range of case examples and references. Further reading is also included, so that readers can expand their knowledge.This book is a valuable resource for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as practitioners working in the field of social work.
Item Description:Previous edition: 2004.
Physical Description:1 online resource (212 pages) : illustrations
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (pages 171-199) and index.
ISBN:9781446294963 (ebook) :