SOCW 6301 Week 9 Discussion 1: Relationship Between Purpose of Study and Data Analysis Techniques

For this Discussion, review the case study titled "Social Work Research: Measuring Group Success." Consider the data analysis described in that case. Recall the information presented in the earlier chapters of your text about formulating research questions to inform a hypotheses or open-ended exploration of an issue.

· Post an explanation of the types of descriptive and/or inferential statistics you might use to analyze the data gathered in the case study 

· explain how the statistics you identify can guide you in evaluating the applicability of the study's findings for your own practice as a social worker. 

Provide at least 3 references and citations from sources provided.