Computer-Mediated Student Collaboration in a Graduate Multicultural Counseling Course - Reflective Cultural Competency Building Using a Wiki

Oct 15, 2026

This study examines computer-mediated student collaboration in a graduate multicultural counseling course. Coursework included a reflective cultural competency assignment using online communication and collaboration through a wiki to strengthen students’ multicultural counseling abilities and social justice advocacy skills. The online design aligns with calls for technology use in counseling practice while addressing future counselors’ technology exposure and experience. Student responses support the online component’s value for counselor preparation, and data analysis shows the assignment effectively builds multiculturally competent professional skills.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages17

Reading Time43 min

AccessFree to download

Overview of the study

Course design and reflective wiki assignment

Alignment with technology use in counseling

Student responses and outcomes

Context and need for multicultural counseling

Growing diversity in schools (North America)

Emphasis on social justice and advocacy competencies

Definition of culturally competent counseling

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What was the main focus of the study?

The study focused on applications of computer-mediated student collaboration in a graduate multicultural counseling course.

How was the reflective cultural competency assignment implemented?

Students used online communication and collaboration through a wiki to develop multicultural counseling skills and social justice advocacy abilities.

What did the data analysis show about the computer-mediated assignment?

The analysis indicated the computer-mediated assignment was a valuable addition for developing students’ skills as multiculturally competent professionals.

Oct 15, 2026

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