The Handbook of Social Work Research Methods

About this book

This authoritative volume provides social work professionals educators researchers and students with a comprehensive overview of research tools /relevant to their field. Covering both quantitative and qualitative methods this handbook discusses foundations of data collection as well as types of studies for both approaches. In keeping with the comprehensive nature of the book it also covers conceptual research and discusses such general issues as ethics gender and ethnicity grantwriting and dissemination of findings. An ideal primary text for courses in social work research methods The Handbook of Social Work Research Methods is also a definitive reference for anyone doing scholarly research in social work or the human services. Bringing together a stellar group of authorities in the field this handbook sets the standard for out knowledge and practice of research in social work.