SOWK 642 Advanced Rural Research Methods for Social Work

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This is the second research course and is required for both foundation and advanced students. This research course is taken concurrently with Advanced Field Practicum. The course emphasizes the application of research methods for the evaluation of practice effectiveness and/or program outcomes in rural practice. Students will choose a client, group, or program in the field agency and engage in the evaluation process. The course emphasizes the evaluation of evidence-based interventions and the utilization of the results to make practice decisions that improve the quality of services, initiate changes in policy, and improve delivery of social services. Students will deepen their understanding of the essential components of a research project that were introduced in SOWK 541.