Read Chapter 11 – Real World Research
Mauldin, R. L. (2020). Foundations of social work research. Mavs Open Press.
Write at least two to three-page paper using APA format, cite references, and submit a reference page.
Conduct a needs assessment on a need in your community. Answer the following questions, as identified in your text:
- What is the need or gap?
- What data exists about the need or gap?
- What data are needed in order to develop a plan to fill the gap?
- What resources are available to do the needs assessment?
- Who should be involved in the analysis and interpretation of the data?
- How will the information be used and for what purpose?
- how will the results be communicated to community partners?
