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Research Output

Quantitative Results

  • Both new and experienced supervisors showed statistically significant improvements in supervisory competencies after participating in the Together We Grow programme, suggesting the overall effectiveness of the training.
  • Larger effect sizes were observed for experienced supervisors, indicating a more substantial improvement post-training, likely due to their deeper understanding of the supervisory role and ability to better integrate the advanced training nuances.
  • The significant results, even with small group sizes, emphasize the strong impact of the training and its effectiveness, despite potential power limitations.

Qualitative Findings

The qualitative data provides insights into how and why the Together We Grow programme works, highlighting several key themes:

  • Emotional and Practical Support: Supervisors reported feeling more supported, both emotionally and in terms of practical skills.
  • Enhanced Techniques and Better Educator Role: Supervisors felt they improved their supervisory techniques and better fulfilled their role as educators.
  • Increased Efficiency and Standardization: Supervisors experienced improvements in grading, report writing, and overall efficiency.
  • Sense of Belonging and Help when Needed: Supervisors felt a greater sense of belonging and were better equipped to handle challenging situations.
  • Learning from Younger Supervisors: Experienced supervisors learned new technology skills from their younger counterparts.Suggested Improvements

Suggested Improvements

The qualitative data also provided insights for further refinement of the program, including:

  • Incorporating a topic on reflection of one's own teaching philosophy
  • Addressing the mental health of students
  • Increasing involvement from university staff

Conclusion

The mixed methods approach revealed that the Together We Grow programme is effective in enhancing fieldwork supervisors' competencies, as demonstrated by the quantitative and qualitative findings. The qualitative data provides valuable insights into the mechanisms behind the program's success and areas for improvement.

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