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Programmed learning in the microtraining paradigm with hotline workers

M R Uhlemann, M T Hearn, D R Evans

    American Journal of Community Psychology
    |October 1, 1980
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    Both microtraining and programmed learning improved hotline worker interview skills compared to no training. Microtraining showed higher empathy ratings in telephone calls.

    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Communication Studies
    • Human Services Training

    Background:

    • Effective communication skills are crucial for hotline workers.
    • Evaluating different training methodologies is essential for optimizing skill acquisition.
    • Previous research highlights the importance of empathy and specific interaction skills in crisis support.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare the effectiveness of microtraining and programmed learning for hotline worker skill development.
    • To assess the impact of these training methods on empathy, error reduction, and interaction skills.
    • To determine if training effects differ between interview and telephone call scenarios.

    Main Methods:

    • Twenty-five hotline workers were randomly assigned to microtraining, programmed learning, or a no-training control group.

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  • Training focused on attending behavior, open inquiry, and reflection of feeling and content.
  • Pre- and post-training interviews and telephone calls with pseudoclients were audiotaped and assessed for empathy, errors, and skill interaction.

    • Main Results:

    • Both microtraining and programmed learning significantly improved interview performance compared to the control group.
    • Microtraining and programmed learning showed similar effectiveness in interview performance.
    • Microtraining led to significantly higher empathy ratings in telephone calls compared to programmed learning and the control group.

    Conclusions:

    • Both microtraining and programmed learning are effective methods for enhancing hotline worker interview skills.
    • Microtraining demonstrates a particular advantage in improving empathy during telephone-based interactions.
    • Training interventions are effective in improving the performance of hotline workers across different communication modalities.