SW 3700 - Social Work Research

Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, 2nd Blk]
Spring [Full Sem, 1st Blk]

Social work research and its relationship to social work theory and practice. The class will include content on qualitative, quantitative and single system research methodologies; analysis of data, including statistical procedures; systematic evaluation of practice; analysis and evaluation of theoretical bases, research questions, methodologies, statistical procedures, and conclusions of research reports; and relevant technological advances. The course will also identify how the research curriculum contributes to the student’s use of scientific knowledge for practice. Prerequisite: SW 1010. (Must be completed before entering SW 4861.) Recommended prerequisite: completion of social statistics class.