ERIC Number: EJ1186249
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2018-Jan
Pages: 15
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ISSN: ISSN-2162-6685
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Changing Attitudes toward Older Adults through Bachelor of Social Work Service-Learning Projects
Whitekiller, Virginia; Bang, Eun-Jun
Journal of Service-Learning in Higher Education, v7 n1 p63-77 Jan 2018
This evidence-based pedagogical approach encompasses service-learning projects via the lens of social exchange theory in working with older adults. The study's purpose was to examine if bachelor of social work students' attitudes changed positively after the completion of service learning projects that involved educational presentations for older adult audiences. Pre- and post-tests were administered to 90 students which indicated a statistically significant positive increase in measured attitudes. The process for the presentation projects is detailed and outlined as well as instructional advice and lessons learned regarding pedagogical intervention.
Descriptors: Service Learning, Undergraduate Students, Student Attitudes, Social Work, Older Adults, Attitude Change, Gerontology, Social Exchange Theory, Aging (Individuals), Semantic Differential, Evidence Based Practice
University of Louisiana System. 1201 North Third Street Suite 7-300. Baton Rouge, LA 70802. Tel: 337-482-1015; Fax: 337-482-5374; e-mail: service@louisiana.edu; Web site: http://journals.sfu.ca/jslhe/index.php/jslhe
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Assessments and Surveys: Aging Semantic Differential
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