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Dorsett, Pat; Larmar, Stephen; Clark, Julie – Journal of Social Work Education, 2019
This article draws on and contributes to the body of knowledge on the development of cultural competence and study abroad experiences. The study program has been well established for several years and blends a 12-day intercultural immersion experience with preparatory classroom teaching and relevant assessment. This study builds on an earlier…
Descriptors: Transformative Learning, Cultural Awareness, Study Abroad, Program Descriptions
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Taylor, Mariann B.; Hill, Lilian H. – Journal of Transformative Education, 2016
This study sought to analyze the experiences of participants in court-ordered parent education with the ultimate goal to identify a framework, which promotes learning that is transformative. Participants included 11 parents court ordered to attend parent education classes through the Department of Human Services. A basic qualitative design, which…
Descriptors: Transformative Learning, Parent Child Relationship, Journal Writing, Court Litigation
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Zufferey, Carole; King, Sue – Higher Education Research and Development, 2016
This paper explores the contribution of a physical learning space to student engagement in social work education. Drawing on a constructivist methodology, this paper examines the findings of a survey conducted with students and staff in a social work and human service programme about their experiences of a Social Work Studio learning space. The…
Descriptors: Social Work, Counselor Training, Learner Engagement, Human Services
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Clem, Jamie M.; Mennicke, Annelise M.; Beasley, Christina – Journal of Social Work Education, 2014
Experiential learning is recommended as a way to increase critical thinking and engagement, enhance theory-informed practice, increase preparedness, and improve multicultural understanding for students involved in social work education. The purpose of this study is to validate the Experiential Learning Survey (ELS), which measures students'…
Descriptors: Experiential Learning, Psychometrics, Test Construction, Program Validation
Burress, James R.; Perlman, Leonard G. – 1980
The document describes a research and demonstration project to identify and develop information about rehabilitation programs for handicapped people in African countries. Initial chapters deal with introductory information (need for the project, project objectives, summary of work plan); a description of the project; project procedures; and…
Descriptors: Delivery Systems, Developing Nations, Disabilities, Foreign Countries
1977
The final report details activities of a 3-year child abuse and neglect program which provided community and professional education about child abuse as well as treatment services (individual counselinq, crisis intervention, medical care, and homemaking services). Implementation pproblems and operation issues (including staff turnover and the use…
Descriptors: Child Abuse, Child Neglect, Client Characteristics (Human Services), Community Resources
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Meyers, Allan R.; And Others – Gerontologist, 1983
A review of 85 patients who received home care for terminal illness showed that a small proportion of patients use a relatively high volume of both in-patient and home care services. Data suggest that there are two dimensions of service utilization: a medical dimension and a social dimension. (Author/RC)
Descriptors: Adult Day Care, Human Services, Older Adults, Participant Characteristics
Bryant, Gerald; Cirel, Paul – 1977
In Polk County, Iowa, criminal justice agencies and concerned citizens work together to lessen the burden on the rape victim and to increase the chance of ultimate conviction and sentencing in rape and sexual assault cases. The Rape/Sexual Assault Care Center offers medical and social supportive services to victims, aids law enforcement and…
Descriptors: Antisocial Behavior, Community Cooperation, Crime, Criminal Law
Jongeward, Ray E.; Druian, Janice M. – 1978
To describe how Partnership for Rural Improvement (PRI) field program associates perceive themselves performing their role functions, three associates and two assistants responded to questions about: their tasks, responsibilities, and roles; how they got started; what skills they needed; and what materials or technical assistance could benefit…
Descriptors: Community Resources, Community Services, Delivery Systems, Human Services
Lavin, Richard J. – 1978
Five studies conducted as part of a state college planning project are presented in this report. Section I provides career choice information for one of the state college compuses (Fitchburg). Section II contains current manpower data (as perceived by Massachusetts superintendents) and perceived needs from the field for career opportunities in…
Descriptors: Bachelors Degrees, Career Opportunities, College Planning, Higher Education
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Pritchard, David C.; Tomb, Karyl – Educational Gerontology, 1981
Explored number of programs initiated to involve older adults in meaningful volunteer tasks, responsibilities, and roles on university campuses. Data demonstrate the feasibility of these programs and positive outcomes include improvement of intergenerational communication, reduction of ageism, provision of services to educational institutions, and…
Descriptors: College Environment, Gerontology, Higher Education, Human Services
Narr, Christine – 1977
The final report of a 3-year child abuse project (PFL-Panel for Family Living) cites progress in goal areas and includes papers presented at regional and local seminars. Provided are reports on the following topics: child abuse in non-white communities in Pierce County (Washington); PFL client characteristics and service provision; a parent…
Descriptors: Child Abuse, Child Advocacy, Client Characteristics (Human Services), Community Role
Wright, Joan W. – 1974
Part 1 of the report focuses on project operations to train paraprofessionals for employment in human services, briefly describing the community college instructional program with reference to enrollment, courses, grading, fieldwork, supportive services, proficiency examinations, preceptor training, articulation, the advisory committee,…
Descriptors: Career Ladders, Educational Development, Educational Programs, Human Services
Farley, Jennie – 1971
In October 1970 the New York State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University and Cooperative Extension launched a research and action pilot program to improve the quality of life in Chenango County. High priority areas included the improvement of social services delivery and the increased participation of low income families…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Bus Transportation, College Students, Delivery Systems
France, Joseph B. – 1986
This paper summarizes reports and research on the homeless in the United States, presents findings of a survey of Red Cross chapters on services to the homeless, and describes programs for the homeless of selected Red Cross chapters. Section 1 discusses definitions of homelessness and methodologies used to count homeless people. The homeless are…
Descriptors: Community Problems, Community Services, Economically Disadvantaged, Family Violence Shelters
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