Online Practice Course Development with Action Research: A Case Example

Authors

  • Khadija Khaja IUSSW
  • Phillip Ouellette Indiana University School of Social Work
  • Carenlee Barkdull University of North Dakota
  • Joanne Yaffe University of Utah

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18060/4

Keywords:

Instructional Design, Technology, Distance Learning, Online Education, Social Work Practice Skills, Action Research

Abstract

Despite the proliferation of online courses in social work, questions still exist about learning practice skills in an online instructional environment. This paper describes a case example of an action-oriented approach to the development of an online practice course. Lessons learned from students’ and instructor’s perspectives are shared as well as recommendations for future research relative to course development and evaluation of online courses. The study examined student feedback with respect to their overall learning experience. Findings indicated that involving students in the design and development of an online practice course benefited both students and faculty and can be an effective teaching and learning strategy regardless of the instructional medium used.

Author Biographies

Khadija Khaja, IUSSW

Ph.D., Assistant professor, Indiana University School of Social Work

Phillip Ouellette, Indiana University School of Social Work

PH.D., Associate Professor, Indiana University School of Social Work

Carenlee Barkdull, University of North Dakota

Ph.D., MSW Coordinator

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Published

2008-12-11

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