Practice-Based Research in Social Work: A Guide for Reluctant Researchers

by Sarah-Jane Dodd and Irwin Epstein

Book Overview

This unique textbook explores practice-based research (PBR), using numerous practice examples to actively encourage and engage students and practitioners to embrace research as a meaningful support for their practice. Whilst evidence-based practice gives practitioners access to information about "universal" best practices, it does not prioritize practitioner-generated knowledge or promote new research-based interventions relevant to their own practice...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415565243
• ISBN13: 9780415565240
• Release Date: November 2011
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.9" x 9.6"