Thesis
Characteristics of successful program facilitators
Washington State University
Master of Arts (MA), Washington State University
2013
Handle:
https://hdl.handle.net/2376/101801
Abstract
Fidelity is an important factor in the assessment of programs. However, few studies have examined predictors of fidelity. The present study examined fidelity's relationship to outcomes and the relationships among facilitator characteristics, participant responsiveness, and participant outcomes within the Step One program, orientated towards the leadership development of new university students. The study consisted of 25 program facilitators and 78 first-year students. Self-report data was collected from facilitators one week prior to program implementation and immediately following program completion. First year student data was also collected immediately following program implementation. Study results indicate that facilitator fidelity beliefs and buy-in were positively correlated with fidelity, but negatively correlated with facilitator experience and training levels. Facilitator experience levels, buy-in, and fidelity to program design were not associated with program outcomes. However, facilitator beliefs about possessing enough experience and training to facilitate Step One were positively associated with some participant outcomes. These results both complement and build on prior investigation into facilitator characteristics.
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Details
- Title
- Characteristics of successful program facilitators
- Creators
- Ryan Joseph Gagnon
- Contributors
- Matthew F. Bumpus (Degree Supervisor)
- Awarding Institution
- Washington State University
- Academic Unit
- Human Development, Department of
- Theses and Dissertations
- Master of Arts (MA), Washington State University
- Publisher
- Washington State University; [Pullman, Washington] :
- Identifiers
- 99900525187901842
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Thesis