Homework
As you may recall, evidence-based practice relies on best available evidence, which is drawn from current research studies. But, just because a research study is published, it doesn't mean it is without flaw. Social workers must make value determinations every time they interact with research they may apply to practice.
Imagine that you are a practicing social worker and encounter a question, issue, or challenge on which you need to learn more. You search in the social work literature and find a quantitative study on the topic. As you read it, you ask critical questions, closely analyze how the study was framed and conducted, monitor efforts toward validity, and ultimately decide whether to integrate the information in practice.
For this Homework, you replicate this process of critical evaluation by critiquing a quantitative research study.
To Prepare:
i. Review the Learning Resources on critical reading and critique/evaluation.
ii. Select one of the quantitative research articles your Instructor has provided.
iii. Read the research article with a critical eye, taking notes and considering how the study was conducted.
iv. Download the Critique Template in the Learning Resources for use in this Homework.
Submit a 3 pages critique of the peer-reviewed research study you have chosen from those provided by your Instructor.
In your Homework, be sure to identify and evaluate the following, as described in the template:
i. Title and Authors
ii. Literature Review
iii. Strategy of Research (Descriptive, Exploratory, Explanatory)
iv. Methodological Approach and Design
v. Threats to Internal Validity
vi. Application to Practice
Based on your critique of this study, is this social work intervention or knowledge safe to integrate into your practice? Why or why not?
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
i) The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
ii) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
iii) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.