Discussion Post: Evidence Based Practice
Competent social workers have many types of skills to complement a wide variety of theoretical knowledge. This skill set and knowledge base is often informed by research. Whether research is quantitative, qualitative, or a mixture of both, the information that well-formed studies yield contribute to the knowledge base of the social work profession as a whole.
For this Discussion, consider how evidence-based research informs social work practice. Think about how research findings translate into social work actions.
Task
Post your explanation of how research informs a social worker's application of the steps in the process of evidence-based practice. Be sure to explain how research contributes to what a social worker may do in practice. Use the Resources to support your answers.
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.