The Experimental Design course is one of four research modules that examine a selection of research methods commonly used to study social work practice. The four modules represent both traditional and interpretative approaches to research.
Students rotate through the four six-week modules over two terms.
The focus of study in this module will be experimental designs. These designs are best used in confirmatory research studies where the area under study is well developed, there are several theories to guide the research and testable hypotheses can be formulated. These designs attempt to establish causal relationships between social work interventions and outcomes. 3. become active participants in practice-based outcome effectiveness research. The class will include lectures, seminar discussions and labs.