Social Work Research

SWK204

Lesson 3 Discussion 1

What are the differences between paradigms and social science theories? How are both of these used in social work? (150 WORDS). Please include references and in-text citations.

Lesson 3 Discussion 2

Describe your experiences or use of a social science theory and how the theoretical emphasis helped you. Please provide examples. (150 WORDS). Please include references and in-text citations.

Lesson 3 Assignment

Write at least two to three-page paper, using APA format, cite work, and include a reference page.

Find one article where the researcher used an inductive approach to research, read the article, and provide a summary. Then find one article where the researcher used a deductive approach. Attach both research articles to the assignment. Then do a comparison between the two types of research you found in your articles. Answer: Why did one researcher use a deductive approach and the other use an inductive approach?

Lesson 4 Discussion 1

What are some ethical concerns in social work research? How would you prevent them from occurring? Have you done research? If yes, what ethical concerns if any did you have? (150 WORDS). Please include references and in-text citations.

Lesson 4 Discussion 2

Have you or someone you know participated in a research study? What ethical concerns if any were present during the study? Did you or the person you know enjoy the experience? (150 WORDS). Please include references and in-text citations.

Lesson 4 Assignment

Write at least one to two-page paper using APA format, cite references and submit a reference page.

Locate the Belmont Report. Attach it to the assignment. Read the report and identify and define the three core principles. Imagine yourself conducting research. How would you ensure none of these ethical concerns occurred during your study? What precautions would you take?