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The Teaching and Learning of Communication Skills in Social Work Education
| Content Provider | SAGE Publishing |
|---|---|
| Author | Reith-Hall, Emma Montgomery, Paul |
| Copyright Year | 2022 |
| Abstract | This article presents a systematic review of research into the teaching and learning of communication skills in social work education. Methods: We conducted a systematic review, adhering to the Cochrane Handbook of Systematic Reviews for Interventions and PRISMA reporting guidelines for systematic reviews and meta-analyses. Results: Sixteen records reporting on fifteen studies met the eligibility criteria. Studies consisted of randomised trials and quasi-experimental designs. Outcome measures included knowledge, attitudes and skills. Significant heterogeneity meant a narrative synthesis rather than meta-analysis was undertaken. Systematic communication skills training supports the development of students’ communication skills including the demonstration of expressed empathy and interviewing skills. Discussion: The existing body of literature is limited but promising. Researchers conducting studies into communication skills training should seek to carry out robust and rigorous outcomes-focused studies. Further investigation into the theoretical underpinnings of the educational interventions and the roles played by key stakeholders is also required. |
| Related Links | https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/10497315221088285?download=true |
| Starting Page | 793 |
| Ending Page | 813 |
| Page Count | 21 |
| ISSN | 10497315 |
| Issue Number | 7 |
| Volume Number | 32 |
| Journal | Research on Social Work Practice (RSW) |
| e-ISSN | 15527581 |
| DOI | 10.1177/10497315221088285 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Sage Publications CA |
| Publisher Date | 2022-04-24 |
| Publisher Place | Los Angeles |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Rights Holder | © The Author(s) 2022 |
| Subject Keyword | systematic review communication skills social work education |
| Content Type | Text |
| Resource Type | Article |
| Subject | Sociology and Political Science Psychology Social Sciences Social Work |
