Introduction / Miriam Potocky-Tripodi and Tony Tripodi -- The social work research domain in historical perspective : The first 100 years / Alfred J. Kahn -- Social work research and the quest for effective practice / Aaron Rosen, Enola K. Proctor, Marlys M. Staudt -- Paradigmatic influences in practice research : A critical assessment / Mansoor A.F. Kazi -- Practitioner research : Toward reflexive practice? / Roger Fuller -- Progress in the development of research resources in social work / David M. Austin -- Conclusion / Miriam Potocky-Tripodi and Tony Tripodi.