Deeper into studying groups in the social work context, understanding the worldview of groups by the social worker is necessary because it is only through this strategy that s/he develops a specific work ethic and knowledge of methodologies related to social work research. Observing and studying groups is a form of methodology that can enhance the social worker's knowledge and skills, and it is only through constant exposure with this methodology that the social worker can truly become an expert not only on the subject matter, but on the research approach as well. Further, with constant exposure to studies requiring working with groups, social workers become adept at interacting with people (treated as subjects of a research endeavor), and observing the required ethical behavior and procedures while working with the groups/subjects.

More than being a part the social work practice, working with groups, Davies added, allows the social worker to...
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