The interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary character
Research gap analysis derived from 4 general papers in our local library.
The gap
The interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary character of social work makes it challenging to determine its nature as a discipline. The lack of recognition of social work as a scientific discipline is a challenge. The development of social w
Evidence profile
Sourced from the stated challenges and future-work section and stated research gap of the source papers, classified as general, drawn from work published between 1966 and 2026, spanning 4 journals. Those papers have been cited 5 times in total.
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Established — well-defined area with open sub-problems.
Supporting evidence — 5 representative gaps
- Wokół dyscyplinaryzacji pracy socjalnej w Polsce (2026) · Praca Socjalna · doi
The interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary character of social work makes it challenging to determine its nature as a discipline. The lack of recognition of social work as a scientific discipline is a challenge. The development of social work as an academic discipline is a complex process.
generalstated challengesevidence 5/5Keywords: interdisciplinary multidisciplinary character social work makes challenging determine - Sources of Strain in Practice-oriented Research (1966) · Social Casework · cited 5× · doi
The paper suggests that future research should focus on evaluating the efficacy of social work procedures. The paper emphasizes the need for social workers to be knowledgeable about common research techniques. The paper touches on the importance of continuing to expand the volume of reports on research in social work publications.
generalfuture-work sectionevidence 5/5Keywords: paper suggests future research focus evaluating efficacy social - Tacit knowledge in social work research and practice (1985) · Smith College Studies in Social Work · doi
The social work profession lacks a broader philosophical understanding of its commitments and activities. The dichotomy between scientific knowledge and practice wisdom makes communication between practitioners and researchers difficult. The paper identifies a need for a new approach to practice research, emphasizing the importance of tacit knowledge.
generalstated research gapevidence 5/5Keywords: social work profession lacks broader philosophical understanding commitments - Tacit knowledge in social work research and practice (1985) · Smith College Studies in Social Work · doi
Further study of existentialism and phenomenology as frameworks for social work research is needed. The paper suggests that Michael Polanyi's ideas can provide a new approach to practice research. Future research should explore the application of tacit knowledge in social work practice and research.
generalfuture-work sectionevidence 5/5Keywords: further study existentialism phenomenology frameworks social work research - A szociális és gyermekvédelmi területen dolgozó diplomás szakemberek szakmai együttműködésének mintázata az Észak-Alföld régióban (2026) · Esély - Társadalom- és szociálpolitikai folyóirat · doi
Future research should explore the factors that influence professional collaboration in social work, including the role of leadership position and field of expertise. The study suggests that further research is needed to understand the relationships between social workers and institutions, as well as the factors that influence these relationships.
generalfuture-work sectionevidence 4/5Keywords: future research explore factors influence professional collaboration social
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