Research Methods for Social Work (with InfoTrac)

Rubin, Allen;Babbie, Earl R.

ISBN 10: 0534362176 / ISBN 13: 9780534362171

Published by Wadsworth Pub Co, 2000

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Research Methods for Social Work (with InfoTrac)
• Publisher: Wadsworth Pub Co
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0534362176
• ISBN 13: 9780534362171
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 4th Edition
• Condition: good

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Synopsis

In this extensive revision of their best-selling research methods text for social workers, Rubin and Babbie retain the integrity of their comprehensive, quantitative approach, while truly integrating increased coverage of qualitative methods. This text has been acclaimed for the depth and breadth of coverage and the clear and often humorous writing style. Without losing those winning qualities, the authors have created a new edition that provides a balanced and up-to-date presentation, current coverage of technological advances in research, the impact of managed care, and other topics of emerging importance. Considered the best social work research methods resource, Rubin and Babbie's text balances depth of content with student-friendly examples and consistently helps students see the connections between research and social work practice.

About the Authors

Allen Rubin has been doing and teaching research since 1976, when he received his Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh. Renowned in social work, Dr. Rubin has written several research texts, published numerous research studies on social work practice, and is a past president of the Society for Social Work and Research.

Earl R. Babbie graduated from Harvard University before enlisting in the U.S. Marine Corps. He received his Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, and began teaching shortly thereafter. Credited with defining research methods for the social sciences, Dr. Babbie has written several texts, including the bestselling THE PRACTICE OF SOCIAL RESEARCH.