It Has Been Argued That Social Work Research Is Unique

question 20

Multiple Choice

It has been argued that social work research is unique not because of the methods used to conduct the research, but because of the aims toward which the research is conducted. Which of the following accurately characterizes social work research?

• A) Social workers use research to create knowledge simply for the sake of creating knowledge.
• B) Social workers use research to create applied knowledge or knowledge that will inform practice.
• C) Social workers use research to study topics of interest to them; enhancing human well-being and meeting human needs are secondary goals of their research endeavors.
• D) Social workers use research to maintain competitiveness with other helping professions.