Write a discussion exploring the roles of paradigm and theory in social work research and practice. Focus on the researcher interviews and how theory and epistemological paradigm influenced their studies.
Reference
Lor, M., Backonja, U., & Lauver, D. R. (2017). How could nurse researchers apply theory to generate knowledge more efficiently? Journal of Nursing Scholarship, 49(5), 580–589. https://doi.org/10.1111/jnu.12316
To prepare:
Review the required resources from your Learning Resources this week and cite at least one additional resource in your posts.
By Day 4
Post a response to the following.
Briefly, compare the differences between an epistemological paradigm and a theory and their role in social work practice and research.
Explain the relationship between an epistemological paradigm and theory by using one Faculty Member’s study from the video interview or audio.
Explain the role of an epistemological paradigm in research studies.
Provide an example of how an epistemological paradigm influenced one Faculty Member’s doctoral study.
Provide an example of how epistemology may inform your future doctoral capstone study.
Explain the role of a theory in a research study or social work practice intervention at either the micro, meso, or macro level.
