Research Methods in Advanced Social Work Practice

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This course provides students with information on advanced techniques of practice and program assessment. Both qualitative and quantitative research designs are taught. Evaluation research design, instrument selection and development and techniques of data analysis are addressed. Ethical and behavioral issues in evaluation research are presented with special emphasis within rural and urban environments and the intersection of the two. Prerequisites: Admission to the advanced standing program. Must be successfully completed in preparation for enrollment in SWK 595 .