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Publication Date: 2012
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Field Instructors' Perceptions of Evidence-Based Practice in BSW Field Placement Sites
Wiechelt, Shelly A.; Ting, Laura
Journal of Social Work Education, v48 n3 p577-593 Fall 2012
This exploratory study surveyed 17 BSW-level field instructors on their experience, beliefs, and perceived self-efficacy regarding evidence-based practice (EBP). The authors conducted focus groups concerning EBP in participants' agencies and with BSW students under their supervision. Results indicate that although they felt positive toward EBP and reported moderate levels of perceived self-efficacy regarding EBP, implementation occurred in a piecemeal fashion, if at all. Factors identified to enhance EBP in the agencies include training, resources, supervision, matching EBP to client populations, and trust between administrators and staff members. According to our study, students' experience with EBP in field settings could probably be facilitated by students' research readiness, collaboration between field instructors and faculty, access to university resources, and training. (Contains 2 tables.)
Descriptors: Self Efficacy, Teacher Attitudes, Supervision, Field Instruction, Focus Groups, Field Experience Programs, Surveys, Social Work, Counselor Training, Cooperation, Trust (Psychology), Public Agencies, Student Attitudes, Placement, Learning Experience, Undergraduate Students, College Faculty, Work Environment
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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