Praise for earlier editions:

I have been using this textbook as a required reading for my research class since 2004 because I found the text's coverage of research concepts to be in-depth, and easy to read without the technicalities.

--Ziblim Abukari, PhD, MSW, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work, Westfield State University

Applied Social Research. . . is thorough, well organized, and clear, making it highly appreciated by my students.

--Barry Loneck, PhD, School of Social Welfare, SUNY Albany

Discover the practical side of research in human services with this easy-to-follow classic.

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Make research accessible, relevant, and practice-based. This updated edition empowers students to confidently navigate the entire research process--from problem identification to reporting outcomes--with real-life stories, applied case vignettes, and multimedia enhancements. Highlights include podcast interviews and Technology in Research features. Know, use, and test your understanding of course content with CourseConnect--an interactive learning platform included with your print purchase.

What's New:

• Extended chapter-opening vignettes showing research in action
• Technology in Research and Research in Practice boxes explore tools and innovations
• Updated Instructor Manual with podcast-based discussion questions and learning activities
• Aligned with CSWE 2022 EPAS standards for competency-based education

Key Features:

• Clear explanations of the research process, from problem-solving to data analysis, simplifies learning.
• Explore real-life stories via practitioner interviews and vignettes in every chapter.
• All chapters close with bulleted main points, key terms for review, and several types of questions for evaluating competencies and self-assessment.
• Understand the link between research and improved services and develop logic-based research skills.

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