Adopting e-Social Work Practice: Pedagogical Strategies for Student Decision Making to Address Technology Uncertainty

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...

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Published in:Journal of social work education 2021-04, Vol.57 (2), p.383-397
Main Authors: Wilkerson, David A., Wolfe-Taylor, Samantha N., Kinney, M. Killian
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adoption (Ideas)
Advocacy
Decision Making
Delivery Systems
Ethics
Graduate Students
Helping Relationship
Information Security
Introductory Courses
Online Courses
Practicums
Privacy
Professional practice
Professional training
Program Effectiveness
Self Efficacy
Social Work
Student Attitudes
Students
Teaching
Technological Literacy
Technology
Telecommunications
Uncertainty
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Summary: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.
ISSN:1043-7797
2163-5811
DOI:10.1080/10437797.2019.1661920