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@MISC{Ellis_peer-to-peertechnology,
author = {Christopher D. Ellis},
title = {Peer-to-peer technology training: Changing methods for changing times},
year = {}
}
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Abstract
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to determine if peer-to-peer technology training would be a viable option to traditional staff development. On-site, peer “experts ” conducted the training over a period of four and one-half weeks. Two mentors and three protégés completed the training. This study utilized pre- and post-intervention surveys, participant portfolios, participant reflective journals, and structured interviews to provide data. Results suggest that this type of training can be more effective than traditional methods. Participants noted that the individualized nature of the training, which allowed learners to have input as to what would be taught, contributed greatly to the perceived effectiveness of the training. Having access to on-site support was also an important factor in the training’s success. Implications for future study include continued implementation of the training and ongoing evaluation to increase the effectiveness and the efficiency of the process.
Keyphrases
peer-to-peer technology training changing method individualized nature participant portfolio viable option on-site support ongoing evaluation perceived effectiveness peer expert post-intervention survey future study one-half week traditional method participant reflective journal traditional staff development important factor training success
