Böcker av Tony Tripodi

Details how social workers engaged in direct practice can carry out research projects within the constraints of agencies where money, time, and other resources are precious commodities. The authors cover measurement, assessment, intervention and monitoring of clients' progress, evaluating effectiveness, and reporting results are all discussed in clear and concise terms.

This volume has long been an invaluable resource for students and practitioners of social work. It thoroughly and clearly presents research concepts and skills, uniquely organizing them according to assessment and treatment formulation, treatment implementation and monitoring, and evaluation. Also, numerous practice cases and detailed exercises offer a complete grasp of crucial concepts and techniques.This new edition reflects contemporary developments in practice research, such as an emphasis on empirical or evidence-based practice; the importance of evaluation within the managed-care environment; the role of social work ethics in practice research; the value of qualitative research methodology for particular aspects of monitoring and evaluation; and the role of computer technology and the use of the Internet.