Abstract
In this study the researchers examined the knowledge, skills, and use of Evidence-Based Practice in a sample of social workers from different practice settings. Using an electronic survey, data were collected from a group of social work practitioners (N = 200). Participants in their 30s and 40s demonstrated the most knowledge and use of Evidence-Based Practice. In addition, a high percentage of social workers reported to be knowledgeable about social work research databases; a smaller percentage actually used online resources in their practice. Through this study the researchers add to what is currently known about social workers' perceptions, knowledge, and use of Evidence-Based Practice.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 349-368 |
Number of pages | 20 |
Journal | Journal of Evidence-Based Social Work |
Volume | 8 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jul 2011 |
Bibliographical note
Copyright:Copyright 2012 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.
Keywords
- Evidence-based practice
- Social work education
- Social work practitioners
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Human Factors and Ergonomics
- Sociology and Political Science