Study Notes Social Work Practice Research I Topic: Qualitative Versus Quantitative Research 1. Introduction Research in Social Work: Provides evidence to guide practice, policy, and advocacy. Two Major Approaches: Qualitative Research: Explores meanings, experiences, and perspectives. Quantitative Research: Examines measurable variables using numerical data and statistical analysis. Purpose of Comparison: Understanding differences helps social workers […]

Study Notes Social Work Practice Research I – Week 9 Discussion 1 Topic: Population and Sampling 1. Introduction Population and Sampling: Central concepts in research methodology. Population: The entire group of individuals, events, or objects that meet specific criteria for a study. Sample: A subset of the population selected for actual study. Importance: Sampling allows […]

Even though social workers might think of a compelling research question and have a desire to conduct research, this does not mean that the research is automatically supported by stakeholders or funded by an organization. To gain such approval, they must submit a research proposal. Much like an outline of a paper or a blueprint […]

In Part 1 of your research proposal, you established the need for further study in your literature review and mapped out your problem statement, research question, and methodological approach. Now you expand on that foundation by including your plans for sampling, data collection, and ethical and cultural considerations. You also do a bit of reflection […]

Study Notes Social Work Practice Research I – Week 10 Discussion Topic: Data Collection 1. Introduction Definition: Data collection is the systematic process of gathering information relevant to a research question or hypothesis. Purpose: Provides evidence to support conclusions, inform practice, and guide policy. Relevance to Social Work: Data collection ensures interventions are evidence‑based, culturally […]