COMPETENCY #4

By: Shtika Moody

SWK 4910 Field Seminar
2/15/2017
Engage In Practice-informed Research and
Research-informed Practice Behaviors
4.1
Use practice experience and theory to inform scientific inquiry
and research
Analyze evidenced based research methods used at the agency.
Read peer reviewed articles related to issues faced by clients of the
agency.
Engage In Practice-informed Research and
Research-informed Practice Behaviors
4.2
Apply critical thinking to engage in analysis of quantitative and
qualitative research methods and research findings
Investigate the findings the agency has on various research
topics. Ask supervisors questions about the findings.
Engage In Practice-informed Research and
Research-informed Practice Behaviors
4.3
Use and translate research evidence to inform and improve
practice, policy, and service delivery
Read literature to find ways to improve practices already in place
at the agency. Discuss these ways with agency supervisors.