Research Methods I

Catalog description

This course introduces students to the scientific method as a way of knowing and provides an overview of the research methods most commonly used in research relevant to social work profession. The course will cover quantitative and qualitative research. The core purposes of this course is to equip DSW students with the knowledge of research methods implicit in organizational leadership functions such as evidence-based management of human services organizations, evaluation of programs and direct practices, management of services tailored to unique practice communities, as well as teaching and professional training of social workers.