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The University of Central Lancashire. (2023, March 22). Social work research [Video]. YouTube.

Mathias, J., Doering-White, J., Smith, Y., & Hardesty, M. (2021). Situated causality: What ethnography can contribute to causal inquiry in social work. Social Work Research, 45(1), 7–18.
This article examines how jumping to conclusions or making assumptions can be problematic. You will read three examples of how ethnographic studies assisted social workers with understanding causes of issues.

Prock, K. A., Drechsler, K., & Hessenauer, S. (2022). Social workers’ knowledge and attitudes about evidence-based practice: Differences between graduate students, educators, and practitioners. Clinical Social Work Journal, 50(3), 233–241.
This article describes a study about practitioners' attitudes toward integrating EBPs in the work. As you read the article, think about your own experiences with using EBP in practice and how agencies might better support the use of EBP as well as the voice of practitioners.

Proctor, E. (2017). The pursuit of quality for social work practice: Three generations and counting. Journal of the Society for Social Work and Research, 8(3), 335–353.
This article provides insights into the critical role of evidence-based practice in improving client outcomes while also addressing the challenges and ethical considerations involved. It offers a comprehensive understanding of how research can inform and enhance social work practice, making it relevant for both academic learning and professional development.

Rowan, D., Richardson, S., & Long, D. D. (2018). Practice-informed research: Contemporary challenges and ethical decision-making. Journal of Social Work Values & Ethics, 15(2), 15–22.
Rowan et al. (2018) describe the importance of designing research based on social workers’ experiences and knowledge. Rather than a one-way street with research being done out of context, research and practice should go hand-in-hand.

National University. (2024). Learn the library.
This guide will help you understand how to use the library for research and introduce you to the various services available.