How does a research study design relate to the results? This question should guide you during and after this
week.
Specific types of designs have strengths and weaknesses regarding relationships between variables. The type
of design can affect your confidence in results from different studies. Therefore, a greater understanding of
social work experimental research procedures can contribute to practice effectiveness and improved treatment.
In this Discussion, you consider different types of research design and how they can impact the results of a
study.