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?