Use of Actors in Simulations for Social Work Education
A Scoping Review
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 14993587 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Nilan Yu (0000-0003-3585-5888, University of South Australia, corresponding author), Carole Zufferey (0000-0001-9610-7168, University of South Australia), Chris Horsell (0000-0002-1218-1596, University of South Australia), Jane Cowie (0000-0002-1264-1521, University of South Australia), Trang Mai Le (0000-0002-1330-0147, University of South Australia) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 36 |
| Issue | 4 |
| Pages | 516-529 |
| Publication date | 2025-03-31 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Research on Social Work Practice (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1049-7315 • E-ISSN: 1552-7581 |
| Publisher | SAGE Publications (PUBLISHER • US) |
| DOI | 10.1177/10497315251331034 |
| OpenAlex | W4409045456 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 67 |
Purpose: This article reports on a scoping review that synthesized literature over the last 15 years on the use of simulations in social work education and training with the aim of identifying trends and important considerations for teaching and learning. Method: This scoping review covering a total of 44 articles examined the characteristics of publications, the purposes for the use of simulations, the simulated roles, the targets of simulations, the theories referred to and key findings/assertions. Results: The scoping review found a heavy North American concentration. Live actor simulations were mostly used for the teaching of practice competencies covering a range of practice skills and settings, with a notable focus on clinical skills and minimal engagement with theory. Discussion: It is argued that the use of simulation-based learning should be informed by a range of practical, theoretical, and philosophical considerations, including the purpose of social work and social work education
Economic growth · Economics · Political science · Public relations · Sociology · Engineering · Interprofessional Education and Collaboration · Psychology · Simulation-Based Education in Healthcare · Social Work Education and Practice · Social Work
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It's Time to Go
| Unique citing works | 1 |
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| Citations per year | 1 |
| Citation span | 2026 - 2026 (1) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 1 |