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Applied Social Research

Timothy P. Hilton PhD MSW, Peter R. Fawson PhD MSW, and Thomas J. Sullivan PhD MA

Newest and Most Updated Version of Applied Social Research Praise for earlier “I have been using this textbook as a required reading for my research class since 2004 because I found the text’s coverage of research concepts to be in-depth, and easy to read without the technicalities.” - Ziblim Abukari, PhD, MSW, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work, Westfield State University “Applied Social Research… is thorough, well organized, and clear, making it highly appreciated by my students.” -Barry Loneck, PhD, School of Social Welfare, SUNY Albany The tenth 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 tenth 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. Additional features include robust instructor resources. The print version of the book includes free, searchable, digital access to the entire contents! New to the Tenth Key

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