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Regehr, Cheryl; Stern, Susan; Shlonsky, Aron – Research on Social Work Practice, 2007
Although evidence-based practice (EBP) has received increasing attention in social work in the past few years, there has been limited success in moving from academic discussion to engaging social workers in the process of implementing EBP in practice. This article describes the challenges, successes, and future aims in the process of developing a…
Descriptors: Evaluation Research, Social Work, Theory Practice Relationship, Research and Development Centers
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Holleran, Lori K.; Thompson, Sanna J. – Research on Social Work Practice, 2005
Social work has traversed a vast expanse since its roots in settlement houses and as friendly visitors to making a profound mark on the world of social science research. The authors begin by examining the role of research in the social work profession and then discuss current changes, directions, and challenges in the pursuit of research funds.…
Descriptors: Social Science Research, Social Sciences, Social Work, Career Development
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Padgett, Deborah K. – Research on Social Work Practice, 2005
Since its founding in 1994, the Society for Social Work and Research (SSWR) has grown dramatically, in large part because of its annual conference featuring the best in social work research. SSWR's growth has also given rise to an appreciation for greater diversity in methods. Although disparities in research infrastructure (and procurement of…
Descriptors: Strategic Planning, Social Work, Research and Development Centers, Social Science Research