Study Notes Social Work Practice Research I – Week 5 Discussion Topic: The Research Question and the Literature Review 1. Introduction Research Question: The central query guiding a study, focusing on what the researcher seeks to understand or explain. Literature Review: A systematic examination of existing scholarship to identify what is known, what gaps exist, […]

Study Notes Social Work Practice Research I – Week 5 Assignment Topic: Themes in the Literature 1. Introduction Definition: Themes in the literature refer to recurring ideas, patterns, or concepts identified across multiple scholarly sources. Purpose in Research: Helps synthesize findings, organize knowledge, and highlight gaps in understanding. Relevance to Social Work: Identifying themes ensures […]

Study Notes Social Work Practice Research I – Week 1 Discussion 2 Topic: Ways of Knowing 1. Introduction Definition: “Ways of knowing” refers to the different methods through which humans acquire, validate, and apply knowledge. Relevance to Social Work: Understanding multiple ways of knowing helps practitioners integrate theory, evidence, and lived experience into practice. Purpose: […]

Study Notes Social Work Practice Research I – Week 2 Discussion 2 Topic: Library Searching I 1. Introduction Library Searching in Research: Refers to the systematic process of locating, evaluating, and retrieving scholarly information from academic libraries and databases. Importance in Social Work: Provides evidence‑based knowledge to inform practice, policy, and research. Goal: To develop […]

Study Notes SW Practice Research I Topic: Ethical and Cultural Considerations in the Context of Research 1. Introduction Research in Social Work: Aims to generate knowledge that improves practice, informs policy, and promotes social justice. Ethical and Cultural Considerations: Central to ensuring research respects participants, protects rights, and acknowledges diversity. Purpose: To explore how ethics […]