Critical and Creative Research Methodologies in Social Work Bryant L (ed.), reviewed by Sarah Vicary

The purpose of this chapter is to examine cyberbullying among children and adolescents. This chapter is organized into six sections, including (1) explaining the definitions, technologies used, the role of anonymity, and prevalence rates of cyberbullying, (2) discussing the characteristics and risk factors associated with cyberbullying involvement, (3) reviewing research findings on the psychological and behavioral consequences resulting from cyberbullying involvement, (4) discussing solutions and recommendations, (5) exploring future directions, and (6) providing conclusions. The chapter will draw on qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-design research methodologies from psychology, sociology, social work, and criminology.

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The Nature of Cyberbullying Among Youths

Encyclopedia of Criminal Activities and the Deep Web ◽

10.4018/978-1-5225-9715-5.ch044 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 640-659

Author(s):

Michelle F. Wright

Keyword(s):

Social Work ◽

Text Messaging ◽

Quantitative Research ◽

Design Research ◽

Instant Messaging ◽

Traditional Bullying ◽

Research Methodologies ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Psychology Education ◽

Electronic Technologies

The purpose of this article is to examine cyberbullying among children and adolescents, referred to as “youths” throughout the article. An extension of traditional bullying, cyberbullying is a form of bullying which takes place by means of electronic technologies, such as email, instant messaging, Facebook, and text messaging through mobile devices. Drawing on research from a variety of disciplines, such as psychology, education, social work, sociology, and computer science, this article is organized into nine sections. The article will draw on multidisciplinary qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-design research methodologies from psychology, sociology, social work, and criminology. Furthermore, this article reviews literature utilizing cross-sectional, longitudinal, qualitative, and quantitative research methodologies to describe cyberbullying.

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Creative Research Methodologies for Surveillance Studies

Surveillance & Society ◽

10.24908/ss.v18i1.13530 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 18 (1) ◽

pp. 148-156

Author(s):

Stéphanie McKnight

Keyword(s):

Research Methodologies ◽

Surveillance Studies ◽

Creative Research

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Mixed methods evaluation of a menu of research learning opportunities for mid‑career social work academics with ‘protected time’

Social Work and Social Sciences Review ◽

10.1921/swssr.v15i3.829 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 15 (3) ◽

pp. 7-25

Author(s):

Lynn McDonald ◽

Claudia Bernard ◽

Donald Forrester ◽

Sue White ◽

David Shemmings

Keyword(s):

Social Work ◽

Learning Opportunities ◽

Discussion Groups ◽

Research Methodologies ◽

Qualitative And Quantitative ◽

Protected Time ◽

Mixed Methods Evaluation ◽

Positive Attitudes ◽

Abstract Knowledge

Abstract: Knowledge about research methodologies and positive attitudes about research are each essential for academics who teach social worker students to advocate for and to deliver effective, empowering services to vulnerable people. This paper evaluates a menu of learning opportunities offered to fifty-two mid-career social work academics from 30 UK universities given ‘protected time’ to increase their research skills, funded by RDI4-ESRC. Qualitative and quantitative survey data are summarized. All participants attended five of eight conference days on research methodologies; 80% participated in small discussion groups; 49% attended a 3-day writing retreat; 49% signed up to a research mini-placement; 31% presented research at a conference; 21% submitted manuscripts to a journal. The demonstrated commitment of time, expertise, and advanced skills to this project from 32 senior social science/social work researchers came at a time when media was blasting the profession. They modelled enthusiasm and confidence and ‘bridged’ access for the ‘next generation’ of academics. Repeated encounters amongst the participants gradually built ‘bonded’ social capital ‘normed’ positively around the enterprise of research. Participants reported at follow-up increased knowledge and confidence as they teach... In the current economic context, there are benefits of ‘protected time’ combined with structured opportunities for mid-career social work academics.

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