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Action Research in Human Services
Ernie Stringer, Curtin University of Technology
Rosalie Dwyer, Department of Community Development, East Perth. Australia

ISBN-10: 0130974234
ISBN-13: 9780130974235

Publisher: Merrill
Copyright: 2005
Format: Paper; 240 pp
Published: 06/23/2004

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For Research courses in Counseling, Social Work, and Human Services.

This practical, clearly-written text helps readers understand the purposes of action research and guides them through the process of conducting their own action research studies.  The book is appropriate for counselors, social workers, and other helping professionals, as examples and applications are all drawn from human services settings.  Not only does the text help readers understand how to conduct research on their own practice, but it also helps them apply the results of their research to improve their effectiveness as helpers.

  • Exceptionally strong chapters on data collection and data analysis.  (Chapters 4 and 5)
    • Gives students concrete, detailed guidance on the heart of research–gathering and interpreting information.

 

  • Separate chapter on how to use research findings to change one's practice.(Chapter 7)
    • Highlights ways to use research findings to make significant, measurable differences in professional practice–helps students translate "book learning" into actual practice with actual clients.

 

  • A full chapter of case studies–All involving action research in human services settings. (Chapter 9)
    • Illustrates text concepts, skills, and processes in action in real clinical situations–gives readers a bona fide feel for how they can use text principles in their own practices.

 

  • Chapter covering online resources–Offering additional information on everything from research methodologies to important social issues like race and poverty. (Chapter 10)
    • Introduces readers to reliable Web-based resources for enhancing practice and encourages the expansion of students' knowledge past the pages of the text.

 



1. Purposes and Processes of Action Research.


2. Understanding Action Research: Exploring Issues of Paradigm and Method.


3. Initiating an Action Research Study: Research Design.


4. Gathering Data: Tools and Techniques.


5. Giving Voice: Interpretive and Qualitative Data Analysis.


6. Representation: Communicating Research Processes and Outcomes.


7. Taking Action: Passion, Purposes and Pathways.


8. Action Research Toolkit.


9. Case Studies in Action Research.


10. Online Resources.

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