Applied Social Research Av Timothy P. Phd Hilton, Peter R. Phd Msw Fawson, Thomas J. Phd Ma Sullivan, Cornell R. Dejong

The 10th edition of this classic text demonstrates how research skills are developed and used to facilitate best social work practices and improve client outcomes. New to this edition are additional examples and practitioner profiles demonstrating research-based practice, problem-solving extended vignettes, and broad inclusion of the 2015 CSWE competencies. The 10th edition also delivers directives for incorporating evidence-based practices into daily practice. Additional highlights include greater emphasis on conducting practice-informed research with minority and other disadvantaged populations.This engaging text for MSW and BSW students helps readers develop logic-based research skills that prepare them to be scientific practitioners who can use research-informed practice to improve clients'' lives. Emphasized throughout is the application of research methods in assessing and monitoring client functioning and outcomes. The print version of the book includes free, searchable, digital access to the entire contents!