The authors explored the use of the Practice Evaluation Knowledge Scale
(PEKS) to assess student perception of acquisition and retention of practice
evaluation knowledge from an undergraduate research methods class. The
authors sampled 2 semesters of undergraduate social work students enrolled in
an introductory research methods course. Thirty-four students completed PEKS
prior to the course (T1) and at the conclusion of the course (T2). Finally, 25 students
completed PEKS 2 semesters after course completion (T3). Significant differences
with small to medium effect sizes were found between T1 and T2
scores and T1 and T3 scores. Findings indicate that the scale may be a useful
tool in assessing perception of knowledge acquisition and retention within this
population.
- Content Type Journal Article
- Pages 555-564
- DOI 10.5175/JSWE.2011.201000022
- Authors
- Lisa R. Baker, University of Alabama at Birmingham
- David E. Pollio, University of Alabama
- Ashley Hudson, University of Alabama
- Journal Journal of Social Work Education
- Print ISSN 1043-7797
- Journal Volume Volume 47
- Journal Issue Volume 47, Number 3 / Fall 2011