Blended Learning in Rural Social Work Education: Reflections from a New Australian Bachelor of Social Work Course |
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Authors: | Myfanwy Maple Helenmary Jarrott Ahmed Bawa Kuyini |
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Affiliation: | 1. University of New England , Australia m.maple@une.edu.au;3. University of New England , Australia |
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Abstract: | This paper explores the developmental stages and phases of a new blended learning social work course at a rural Australian university. The background to the development of the discipline will be presented, with an exploration of the challenges and outcomes of designing an interactive online environment for a single cohort of on-campus and distance students. Themes explored cover engaging students, motivation, acculturation and facilitation. The paper concludes with the presentation of data from wave one of a longitudinal survey to ensure student expectations are being met, while at the same time providing an accredited programme of study. |
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Keywords: | Online Learning Blended Learning Facilitation Engagement Social Work |
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