Applied Social Research: A Tool for the Human Services 10th Edition By Timothy P_ Hilton, Peter R_ Fawson

Applied Social Research: A Tool for the Human Services (10th Edition) is an essential textbook written by Timothy P. Hilton, Peter R. Fawson (often misspelled as Dawson), Thomas J. Sullivan, and Cornell R. DeJong. Published by the Springer Publishing Company, it bridges the gap between empirical social research methods and day-to-day human service practice. Key Textbook Overview • Target Audience: Designed primarily for BSW and MSW social work students, human services practitioners, counselors, and community planners. • Core Philosophy: Frames social science research as a practical problem-solving tool rather than just an academic exercise. • Primary Goal: Helps students become "scientific practitioners" who can design programs, evaluate existing services, and monitor client outcomes using logic-based data. Features in the 10th Edition • CSWE Competencies: Fully integrates Council on Social Work Education competency guidelines directly with text concepts. • Practitioner Profiles: Features real-world interviews with non-researchers who rely on data in daily operations. • Problem-Solving Vignettes: Each chapter opens with a case vignette showcasing a human services dilemma resolved through research. • Focus on Diversity: Enhances directives for conducting ethical, practice-informed research among minority and disadvantaged communities. • Data Presentation: Includes dedicated chapters outlining how to organize, parse, and present client progress data. Identification Codes • Print ISBN-13: 978-0826172839 • eBook ISBN-13: 978-0826172846