A researcher determined that interventions based in the empowerment perspective were statistically
associated with employment status.
More specifically, the findings indicated that neighborhood
employment rates decreased when social workers provided neighborhood residents with access to
computers and vocational contacts. Further, the researcher claimed that the result had strong external
validity. What does strong external validity suggest for research?
a) The measure is consistent
b) The measure is accurate
c) Results can be generalized by other people
d) Intervention truly caused the outcome
c
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
How did Freud’s theories contribute to the stigma and mental illness view of homosexuality?
What will be an ideal response?Students gathered for the first session of a research methods course. Some are excited about the
course, but others are not and are curious about why the class is required. What information can the instructor provide to the class on why social workers conduct research? a) Program and practice evaluations b) Inhibit subjective clinical instincts c) Psychological requirement d) NASW requirement
The text described social work as a(n) ________ profession—serving both clients in need and the society at-large
a. Componential b. Interstitial c. Intertwined d. Dualistic