Intervention research : developing social programs / Mark W. Fraser [and others].

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"Intervention Research a five-step strategy described in this brief but thorough book ushers the reader from an idea's germination through the process of writing a treatment manual, assessing program efficacy and effectiveness, and disseminating findings. Rich with examples drawn from child welfare,...

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Bibliographic Details
Uniform Title:Pocket guides to social work research methods.
Other Authors: Fraser, Mark W., 1946-
Language:English
Published: Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, 2009.
Series:Pocket guides to social work research methods.
Subjects:
Social service > Research.
Evaluation research (Social action programs)
Physical Description:ix, 211 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
Format: Book
Contents:
  • What is intervention research?
  • Steps in intervention research
  • Step 1 : specify the problem and develop a program theory
  • Step 2 : create and revise program materials
  • Step 3 and Step 4 : from refining program components to testing effectiveness
  • Step 5 : dissemination of findings and program materials : the challenge of evidence-based practice
  • Challenges in intervention research.