SOW 3200 - Research for Social Work Practice

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Iona University

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Description:

This course is designed to teach students basic research skills so they can develop an appreciation of the significance of research in generalist social work practice. The scientific method, as well as its alternatives, are explored with specific relevance to social work and social welfare issues. As such, quantitative and qualitative research strategies are addressed. Ethical behavior and the protection of research participants are examined. Varying approaches to practice evaluation are emphasized by means of a final assignment that requires the student to develop and present his/her own practice evaluation plan for implementation in the field setting. This course is only open to students majoring in social work. Pre- or co-requisite: CS 140/1110. Corequisite: SOW 3240. 4 credits. F, W

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.iona.edu

Phone Number:

(914) 633-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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