Research Methods for Social Work FROM THE PUBLISHER
In this extensive revision of their best-selling research methods text for social workers, Rubin and Babbie retain the integrity of their comprehensive, quantitative approach, while truly integrating increased coverage of qualitative methods. This text has been acclaimed for the depth and breadth of coverage and the clear and often humorous writing style. Without losing those winning qualities, the authors have created a new edition that provides a balanced and up-to-date presentation, current coverage of technological advances in research, the impact of managed care, and other topics of emerging importance. Considered the best social work research methods resource, Rubin and Babbie's text balances depth of content with student-friendly examples and consistently helps students see the connections between research and social work practice.
SYNOPSIS
Rubin (U. of Texas, Austin) and Babbie (Chapman U.) present their time tested approach to research methodologies for the social work field. They describe qualitative and quantitative methods and ways to integrate the two, provide special emphasis on cultural sensitivity, offer exercises and information to help researching on the Internet, as well as the basics of problem formulation, measurement, research design, and analysis of data. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
FROM THE CRITICS
Booknews
Covers research methodologies and all phases of the research process.
Includes chapter key points, questions and exercises, and many
appendices. This third edition offers expanded material on
qualitative social work research methods, while retaining a focus on
the quantitative approach, and emphasizes the benefits of integrating
both approaches. It also demonstrates connections between
epistemology and research methods, acknowledging epistemological
approaches other than positivism and post-positivism, and provides
enhanced material on gender- and minority-related research and
cross-cultural research.
Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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