Understanding Social Work Research
- Hugh McLaughlin - Manchester Metropolitan University, UK
Containing case examples, reflective questions and chapter summaries the book takes a student-friendly approach throughout. National and international contexts are reviewed to demonstrate best practice in social work decision making.
The Second Edition considers research in relation to a number of important social work themes, including ethics, anti-oppressive practice, service user research, evidence-based practice and interprofessional work. The book will help readers: critically reflect on their own social work practice; assess, appraise and apply research; effectively advocate on behalf of service-users; confidently engage in debates about the profession; and reflect on legislative and policy developments.
Understanding Social Work Research is a clear and accessible guide to the subject. The book will provide invaluable support to undergraduates, graduates and practitioners working in the field of social work.
very good overview and key concepts well explained
This text book was accessible for year 2 undergraduate students. Well received and applicable concepts about research. A solid and logical approach presented by the author.
This text provides social workers with specific, detailed help in choosing and undertaking research in their chosen specialism.
Excellent text for final year social work students and postgraduate practitioners. The use of reflexive questions throughout the book assists the student to frame questions from the chapter concerned. Practice examples are also given which make the research pragmatic.
Hugh McLaughlin has managed to write a book that will appeal to the beginner as well as the experienced researcher...well done!
A really useful book for undergraduates. It is clear in its presentation and written in a style easily understandable.
This text book is very useful for Masters in Social Work students as part of their studies.
It will also be useful reading for Social Work Practice Educators, to support them in engaging with evidence-based practice as part of their role supervising students. It will help to facilitate discussions on making use of social work research when supervising social work students on placement.
A really useful book for both undergraduates and postqualifying student.
Clear style that is easily understood and a very good addition to my reading list.
This is a text which allows students returning to PQ type courses a clear path into understanding and using research.
This text has been received very positively by my students studying the module entitled Evidence Based Practice. The style is very accessible to social workers, relevant and interesting, with a clear link between the academic community and practice.
