Traditional- and Activity-Based Laboratory Groups: A Quantitative Comparison of Two Teaching Approaches

Exploring Multimodality with Online Peer-Facilitated Experiential Learning in Group Work Training

“…This multimodal learning course design included the following: each student actively designed and facilitated a psychoeducation group session, participated in experiential learning, and learned through lectures provided by the instructor. The results were that counselors-in-training acquired group facilitation skills and achieved personal growth by being part of a group, as suggested by researchers in traditional in-person experience (Connolly et al, 2005;Guth & McDonnell, 2004;Spargo et al, 2010). With the clear goals, expectations, informed procedures, and participation agreement for the online psychoeducation experiential learning group, student counselors, maintained healthy boundaries effectively and managed their dual relationships professionally.…”

“…According to Association for Specialists in Group Work ([ASGW], 2021), the foundational group work training includes self-assessment, reflective practice, and didactic instruction that have: theory, ethics, facilitation skills, multicultural and social justice considerations, observation of groups, facilitation practice, ethical practice, and participation as a group member for a minimum of 10 hours. The group class is typically held didactically with an experiential component to comply with accreditation standards (Connolly et al, 2005). The instructors may evaluate knowledge and skills development in different stages (Guth & MDonnell, 2004).…”