Transformative Learning and Inclusion in a Global Social Work Course
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 2501449 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Joan Pittman (0000-0003-1134-5875, corresponding author), Deborah Gioia (0000-0002-3394-3705) |
| Year | 2020 |
| Volume | 19 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Pages | 446-462 |
| Publication date | 2020-03-25 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Advances in Social Work (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1527-8565 • E-ISSN: 2331-4125 |
| Publisher | IUPUI University Library (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.18060/22899 |
| OpenAlex | W3016557709 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 8 |
As there are many types of global learning experiences for students, understanding best practices is critical in resource allocation and developing competencies. Additionally, diversifying global education is essential in addressing unequal student access and improving cross-cultural competence. This paper describes a short-term international course with graduate students from social work, public health, and nursing. Nine students participated in semi-structured interviews about the impact of the course on their lives. Transformative learning theory emerged as an important pedagogical guide as students described transformations in lifestyle and perspectives that developed through experiential learning. Recommendations for improving learning and increasing cultural and interprofessional learning include having guided group discussions on critical incidents, using a critical reflection process focused on cultural assumptions, and focusing on the psychological, convictional, and behavioral dimensions of learning. Traditionally underrepresented students described barriers related to international study, further emphasizing the importance of encouraging underrepresented students to pursue global opportunities through mentoring, targeted marketing, and making international experiences affordable and logistically feasible. Inclusion of students from different backgrounds in international courses is not only important in promoting social justice, but also enhances cross-cultural skill development and learning
Cultural competence · Experiential learning · Intercultural Competence · Medical education · Pedagogy · Service-learning · Sociology · Study abroad · Transformative learning · Adult and Continuing Education Topics · Medicine · Psychology · Service-Learning and Community Engagement · Social Psychology · Social Work Education and Practice
Transformative learning theory
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Critical reflection in social work
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India Gateway Program
International Social Work
Transformational Effects of Service-Learning in a University Developed Community-Based Agency
| Unique citing works | 1 |
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| Citations per year | 0,25 |
| Citation span | 2022 - 2022 (1) |
| Citation velocity | historical |
| Highly cited | No |