Student perceptions of the learning process during undergraduate field practicum: a qualitative study |
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Authors: | Qiang Chen Anne E Fortune |
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Institution: | School of Social Welfare, University at Albany, State University of New York, Albany, NY, USA |
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Abstract: | As social work education in China expands rapidly since 2000, field practicum is one of the most challenging areas. This qualitative study explored the field learning experiences of 27 students from a pioneer social work undergraduate program. Analysis resulted in six major themes revealing the students’ perspective on the process of learning by performing various practice events during 4-week summer block placements. Discussion focuses on the key features of this learning process. Suggestions for future research and implications for field instruction are included. |
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Keywords: | China undergraduate field practicum learning process |
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