Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
This practical guide is written for social workers who need to learn how to integrate research into their work to determine whether maintenance, prevention or change goals in their practice are being achieved.
A fundamental issue in such evaluation is that of measurement. Measurement in Direct Social Work Practice emphasizes the conceptualization and use of measurement concepts and principles in relationship to decisions routinely made in various phases of direct practice -- assessment, planning interventions, implementing intervention, and termination and follow-up.
The book provides important basic knowledge for advanced students and professionals who wish to increase their research skills for prac
Synopsis
"As an introduction to measurement in practice, this book presents an easy and practical overview. It provides a summary of relevant research concepts in the context of both practice and research processes. Each chapter, furthermore, includes a series of exercises that enable readers to test their comprehension of relevant concepts. . . . Those social workers beginning to apply research concepts, including measurement, to their practice will find the book a good introduction."