ERIC Number: EJ989244
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2005
Pages: 17
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ISSN: ISSN-1043-7797
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Best Practices Inquiry: A Multidimensional, Value-Critical Framework
Petr, Christopher G.; Walter, Uta M.
Journal of Social Work Education, v41 n2 p251-267 Spr-Sum 2005
This article offers a multidimensional framework that broadens current approaches to "best practices" inquiry to include (1) the perspectives of both the consumers of services and professional practitioners and (2) a value-based critique. The predominant empirical approach to best practices inquiry is a necessary, but not sufficient, component of seeking state-of-the-art knowledge. A best practices inquiry is improved when it is broadened to include experiences and preferences of consumers, the wisdom of professionals in a given field, and a critical appraisal of the values inherent in best practices interventions themselves. Implications for social work education are discussed. (Contains 1 figure.)
Descriptors: Best Practices, Inquiry, Social Work, Models, Evidence, Qualitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Information Sources, Evaluation Criteria, Higher Education
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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