Evidence-Based Social Work Practice (EBSWP) Group Paper & Presentation Arti
Each group will find 2 research studies published between 2009 and 2020 that evaluates an evidence-based program or intervention related to your population ( Immigration) You will read each study and analyze the findings and the study’s strengths and weaknesses. Research studies should come from peer-reviewed journals from social work or relevant disciplines. Do not include systematic reviews, meta-analyses or conceptual articles.
Submit the Articles first (due Thursday)
Note: Each section of the paper should include a section title that corresponds to the sections below (Ex: Research designs, Sampling methods/strategies, Instruments, etc)(Due August 1st)
Title page (1 page)
Abstract (maximum 70-100 words, 1page) (1 pt)
Introduction to your population and summary of the evidence-based practice literature related to your population/issue(1- 1.5 pages) (2 pts)
Comparison of research designs (e.g., quantitative, qualitative, one-group pretest/posttest design, classical experimental design) among the selected research studies and rationale for the design in each research study. Provide a brief anaylsis of the strengths and weaknesses of the research designs chosen (.5 – 1 page) (2 pts)
Comparison of the sampling methods/strategies, including inclusion and exclusion criteria, used in the reviewed research studies, noting the strengths and weaknesses of the sampling methods/strategies chosen (.5 – 1 page) (2 pts)
A brief summary of the instruments (standardized measures) used in the reviewed research studies, noting reliability and validity of the instruments (.5 – 1 page) (2 pts)
Summary of findings across the research studies and suggestions of how the findings can be incorporated into future evidence-based practice (.5 – 1 page) (2 pts)
A brief analysis of any ethical issues or sensitivity to diverse populations you identified (.5 page) (2 pts)
Implications of the study findings that can be used to inform and improve social work practice, policy, and service delivery with your population/issue (.5 page) (2 pts)
List of references (1 page)
Adherence to APA format and style (5 pts)
All points are based on:
1. ability to apply course concepts to analyzing research articles
2. ability to articulate your ideas clearly and succinctly
3. adherence to APA style
This portion must be in powerpoint(Due August 1st)
create a PowerPoint presentation including audio of their population and evidence-based practice findings from their chosen articles. The presentation should be informative and tailored to an audience of social workers who may be seeking to learn how to improve their practice, agency policy, or service delivery. The presentation should be no longer than 10 minutes and should include the following content:
(a) a description of your population (2 pts)
(b) the evidence-based practice you sought to understand by reviewing the research articles (2 pts)
(c) how the findings from the selected articles can be translated to inform and improve social work practice, policy, or service delivery with this population (2 pts)
In addition, your presentation will be graded based on:
Organization and clarity of content (2 pts)
Adherence to time limit for presentation (2 pts)
Rubric
Group Presentation Rubric
Group Presentation Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePopulation under study is adequately described
2.0 to >0.0 pts
Full Marks
0.0 pts
No Marks
2.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProblem or issue is clearly articulated, substantiating research
2.0 to >0.0 pts
Full Marks
0.0 pts
No Marks
2.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeArticles chosen were relevant to the population/issue under study
2.0 to >0.0 pts
Full Marks
0.0 pts
No Marks
2.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFindings were clearly articulated and application to the population/issue was evident
2.0 to >0.0 pts
Full Marks
0.0 pts
No Marks
2.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePresentation was well organized and presented within time limit, using effective visuals
2.0 to >0.0 pts
Full Marks
0.0 pts
No Marks
2.0 pts
Total Points: 10.0
