The role of scientific research in the professionalization of social work

Authors

  • Márta B. Erdős University of Pécs, Faculty of Humanities, Institute of Social Relations, Department of Community and Social Studies

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15170/SocRev.2019.12.01-02.04

Keywords:

social work research, professionalization, comprative-historical approach, critical-reflective practice

Abstract

The article interprets social work research as a distinct field, characterized by specific questions, appraoches and methodologies within the broad area of social research – this differentiation is new in Hungary.  Reviewing the development of social work research, the author outlines possible developmenal directions; and comments on the role of social work research in the development of social work practice and professionalization.

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Published

2019-12-30

How to Cite

B. Erdős, M. (2019). The role of scientific research in the professionalization of social work. Social Review, 12(1-2), 58–76. https://doi.org/10.15170/SocRev.2019.12.01-02.04