Science, Research, and Social Work: Who Controls the Profession?.

Karger, H. Jacob

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ERIC Number: EJ283710

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Publication Date: 1983

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Science, Research, and Social Work: Who Controls the Profession?

Karger, H. Jacob

Social Work, v28 n3 p200-05 May-Jun 1983

Reviews current arguments about the nature of research in social work practice and discusses the political dimensions of research. Examines how the symbols of science and research have been manipulated to maintain the status hierarchy and division of labor within the profession. (Author/JAC)

Descriptors: Counselor Training, Literature Reviews, Political Issues, Professional Recognition, Research Methodology, Research Needs, Social Science Research, Social Work, Social Workers

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reference Materials - Bibliographies

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Language: English

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