An Assessment of a Computerized Simulation of Counseling Skills

Sharf, Richard S.; Lucas, Margaretha S.

doi:10.1002/j.1556-6978.1993.tb00253.x

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“…The use of electronic file transfer of client records, including intake data, case notes (Casey et al, 1994), assessment reports, and selected key audio and video recordings of client sessions, could be used as preparation for individual supervision, group supervision, case conferences, and research. The computer-assisted live supervision described by Neukrug (1991) and the use of computer simulations to enhance specific counseling skills described by Sharf and Lucas (1993) could be extended to include remote supervision. A help feature, similar to the type described earlier for self-help software, would allow the supervisee to access audio or video support as needed, which could be particularly valuable in crisis situations.…”

Section: Supervision and Case Conferencingmentioning

confidence: 99%

Counseling on the Information Highway: Future Possibilities and Potential Problems

Sampson

Kolodinsky²,

Greeno³

1997

Jour of Counseling & Develop

163

104

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The evolution of the Internet into the information highway offers many future possibilities and potential problems in the delivery During the past 30 years, computer applications have become an increasingly common resource used in the delivery of counseling services. With each step in the evolution of computer hardware and software, the use of computers in counseling evolved as well. For example, when large mainframe computers were dominant, batch processing of interpretive test reports and on-line searches of large occupational databases were typical applications. As less expensive and easier to use personal computers (PCs) became available, computer applications diversified to include test administration and computer-assisted instruction. The availability of more diverse computer applications used directly by clients and counselors created new possibilities for improving counseling services, but it also raised new ethical and professional issues.The general availability of inexpensive and relatively easy-to-use computer networks is the most recent step in the evolution of computer hardware and software. The number of network-based computer applications in counseling has been increasing rapidly. The problem, however, is that there has been little systematic exploration of the use of computer networks in counseling. A better understanding of counseling applications available on existing computer networks (the Internet), combined with an understanding of evolving computer capabilities, can help counselors be better prepared to design and use applications to effectively serve clients when the future information highway becomes fully operational. This article begins with a review of current characteristics of the Internet and available counseling applications on the Internet. Anticipated characteristics of the future information highway and potential counseling applications are then presented, followed by a discussion of potential problems with counseling applications on computer networks based on current Internet experience. THE CURRENT INTERNET Evolution of the Current InternetThe Internet evolved from computer networks developed for the military. Faculty members and other researchers working on military projects began using these networks to exchange messages, transmit files, and connect to remote computers. Soon, additional networks were created on a profit and nonprofit basis to serve a more diverse group of academics, government workers, and business people. The current Internet is a result of the interconnection of existing commercial (subscription) and noncommercial computer networks using standard conventions for exchanging information. Features of the Current InternetWe describe existing features of the current Internet to provide a foundation for interpreting the data on current counseling applications presented in the following section. Definitions of terminology used in this article are provided in Table 1. Bulletin board systems (BBSs) and list servers provide unique opportunities for public text-based...

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Section: Supervision and Case Conferencingmentioning

confidence: 99%

Counseling on the Information Highway: Future Possibilities and Potential Problems

Sampson

Kolodinsky²,

Greeno³

1997

Jour of Counseling & Develop

163

104

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“…These individuals are able to rehearse therapeutic skills and receive immediate feedback regarding their effectiveness. Proven as an effective training tool, the use of computer-based simulation has been quite beneficial in teaching counseling skills in the field of counselor education (Fong, Rosen, Wong, & Kaplan, 1993;Sharf & Lucas, 1993).…”

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The Use of Multimedia Instruction in Counselor Education: A Creative Teaching Strategy

Hayes

2008

Journal of Creativity in Mental Health

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“…Super [12] answered this question stating that although radical innovations such as computer assisted counselling are likely to encounter initial resistance, after familiarisation and proven effectiveness, counsellors will readily utilise computer processed information. The computer is an especially potent tool with regard to information storage and retrieval [13], counsellor accuracy and efficiency [14], improved record keeping [15], decision-making strategies [16], and counselling-related simulations [17]. Crabbs [18] added that computer assisted counselling is a cost-effective method oftabulating and manipulating data.…”

Section: Computers and Counsellingmentioning

confidence: 99%

The Use of Information Technology in Educational Counselling: Applications for High School Counsellors

Katz

Offir

1995

Information Technology in Educational Management

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Information Technology (IT) is a universally accepted educational instrument designed to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of the educational system. Computers are used for instruction as well as learning in the school system. An increasing variety of courseware, both "traditional" and "open-ended", is available for teachers and pupils teaching and studying different subjects affered by schools and empirical evidence indicates that well-planned and suitable courseware contributes positively to the cognitive and affective needs of pupils. However, in addition to the utilisation of IT for teaching and learning, computers can be effectively used for educational counselling. Data storage and retrieval that provide counsellors with up to date information on pupils in need of counselling can dramatically increase the efficiency of the counselling process. The effectiveness of Student Selection and Placement, Diagnostics, Reports to Parents and Teachers, School Faculty Consultation, and Statistical Data Analysis (important functions carried out by educational counsellors) can be significantly improved through the use of IT. It is suggested that educational counsellors investigate the possibility of routinely utilising the school computer in their work in order to improve counsellor effectiveness and efficiency.

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An Assessment of a Computerized Simulation of Counseling Skills

Abstract: A computer simulation of a client‐counselor interaction was developed and tested on individuals grouped by experience level. Several of the seven groups differed significantly in their response to the simulation.

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Counseling on the Information Highway: Future Possibilities and Potential Problems

Counseling on the Information Highway: Future Possibilities and Potential Problems

The Use of Multimedia Instruction in Counselor Education: A Creative Teaching Strategy

The Use of Information Technology in Educational Counselling: Applications for High School Counsellors

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