Multicultural Social Work Research Methods and Data Analysis (Second Edition) |
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| Author:
| Tran, Thanh
Shen, Ce
Rhee, Siyon Y. |
| Editor:
| Rhee, Siyon Y. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-5165-5323-5 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 2016 |
| Publisher: | Cognella, Inc.
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| Imprint: | Cognella Academic Publishing |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $227.95 |
Book Description:
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Research Methods & Data Analysis for Multicultural Social Work and Human Services introduces research methodology to social work students and practitioners. It provides hands-on examples of how to conduct data analysis in SPSS and Stata. It equips readers with the skills needed to become critical research consumers and to engage in agency-based research and evaluation. The text teaches students how to collect appropriate data and analyze data that is suitable for...
More Description Research Methods & Data Analysis for Multicultural Social Work and Human Services introduces research methodology to social work students and practitioners. It provides hands-on examples of how to conduct data analysis in SPSS and Stata. It equips readers with the skills needed to become critical research consumers and to engage in agency-based research and evaluation.
The text teaches students how to collect appropriate data and analyze data that is suitable for each type of research design. It prepares them to conduct applied social science research in a variety of fields, such as health and mental health, ethnic studies, acculturation, family violence, LGBT studies, and more. Topics addressed include the process of research, ethical issues, the validity and reliability of research instruments, design types, and relevant statistical tools.
Research Methods & Data Analysis for Multicultural Social Work and Human Services provides a solid foundation and knowledge base for students and researchers. It is an excellent resource for undergraduate and graduate level research methods and design classes and courses on research and statistics in social work.