Adopting E-Social Work Practice: Pedagogical Strategies for Student Decision Making to Address Technology Uncertainty
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| Title: | Adopting E-Social Work Practice: Pedagogical Strategies for Student Decision Making to Address Technology Uncertainty |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Wilkerson, David A., Wolfe-Taylor, Samantha N., Kinney, M. Killian (ORCID |
| Source: | Journal of Social Work Education. 2021 57(2):383-397. |
| Availability: | Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 15 |
| Publication Date: | 2021 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Introductory Courses, Online Courses, Social Work, Graduate Students, Student Attitudes, Practicums, Program Effectiveness, Helping Relationship, Delivery Systems, Telecommunications, Self Efficacy, Technological Literacy, Ethics, Privacy, Information Security, Decision Making, Adoption (Ideas) |
| DOI: | 10.1080/10437797.2019.1661920 |
| ISSN: | 1043-7797 |
| Abstract: | Student technology uncertainty was investigated in an introductory e-Social Work (e-SW) practice course. e-SW practice includes technology-mediated advocacy, research, and services delivery. A convergent parallel mixed methods design included pre- and post-test e-SW self-efficacy surveys and student reflections. There were significant measurable changes in the practice self efficacy scale and sub-scales. Thematic analysis demonstrated the course addressed student needs for increasing their knowledge and confidence prior to engaging in e-SW practice. Privacy and security regulation compliance showed the least increase in self-efficacy and should be an area for further development in future e-SW courses. The findings contribute to a growing literature supporting the need for investment in harnessing technology for future growth in the field of social work. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2021 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1292645 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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| Abstract: | Student technology uncertainty was investigated in an introductory e-Social Work (e-SW) practice course. e-SW practice includes technology-mediated advocacy, research, and services delivery. A convergent parallel mixed methods design included pre- and post-test e-SW self-efficacy surveys and student reflections. There were significant measurable changes in the practice self efficacy scale and sub-scales. Thematic analysis demonstrated the course addressed student needs for increasing their knowledge and confidence prior to engaging in e-SW practice. Privacy and security regulation compliance showed the least increase in self-efficacy and should be an area for further development in future e-SW courses. The findings contribute to a growing literature supporting the need for investment in harnessing technology for future growth in the field of social work. |
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| ISSN: | 1043-7797 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/10437797.2019.1661920 |
