Enhancement of the social work field practicum student-supervisor relationship
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https://doi.org/10.1921/jpts.v9i2.394Keywords:
supervision, student-supervisor relationship, communication styles, field practicum, social work education, Interpersonal Family Dynamics (IFD)Abstract
The supervisory relationship between Field Practicum Supervisor and student is an essential element in helping students to gain and develop the skills necessary for professional growth and development. Although there have been many studies conducted to ascertain the effect of supervisory skills on the supervisory relationship, little research has been conducted to determine communication variables and the effect that they have on the supervisory relationship. As a preliminary this study this inquiry used a pre-experimental design with the goal to determine if a more complex examination of the use of this measure would be justified. This study has implemented a brief summary report, referred to as a Nutshell, which identifies communication variables and gives suggestions for healthy interaction. The study sought to determine whether the implementation of this Nutshell enhanced the supervisory relationship and whether a more complex examination of the use of this measure would be justified. Findings show that students and supervisors reported the model strengthened and improved the supervisory relationship and process. Recommendations for future studies are made.
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2012-12-20
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Pehrson, K. L., Panos, P. T., Larson, K. L., & Cox, S. E. (2012). Enhancement of the social work field practicum student-supervisor relationship. The Journal of Practice Teaching and Learning, 9(2), 72-92. https://doi.org/10.1921/jpts.v9i2.394
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