Evaluating Qualitative Research for Social Work Practitioners

Authors

  • Cynthia A. Lietz Arizona State University
  • Luis E. Zayas Arizona State University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18060/589

Keywords:

Qualitative, Research Methods, Trustworthiness

Abstract

The field of social work expects practitioners remain well informed regarding research advances in their respective areas. Research studies conducted through the lens of qualitative inquiry provide important contributions to the social work knowledge base. The purpose of this manuscript is to provide practitioners some orientation regarding qualitative research methods and to highlight potential strategies researchers may use to enhance the trustworthiness and quality of their research. Specifically, the concept of trustworthiness is defined in the context of qualitative inquiry and questions social work practitioners can ask when evaluating the quality and applicability of a qualitative research study are provided.

Author Biographies

Cynthia A. Lietz, Arizona State University

Cynthia A. Lietz, PhD, LCSW is assistant professor at Arizona State University's School of Social Work.

Luis E. Zayas, Arizona State University

Luis E. Zayas is assistant professor at Arizona State University's School of Social Work.

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Published

2010-09-28

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