title: Using a LISTSERV™ to develop a community of practice in end-of-life, hospice, and palliative care social work.
abstract: An e-mail discussion group (SW-PALL-EOL) connects the growing number of social workers interested in palliative and end-of-life care. The article discusses the concept of a technology supported "Community of Practice." Using content analysis, the article shows empirically how this electronic discussion group has contributed to the growth and expansion of a Community of Practice dedicated to improving palliative and end-of-life care among social workers. Examples are provided of the topics posted by subscribers and the guidance provided by the group's facilitators. Comments indicate satisfaction with the electronic discussion group.
authors.affiliation: School of Social Work, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa 52242, USA. susanmurty@uiowa.edu
authors.forename: Susan A
authors.initials: SA
authors.lastname: Murty
authors.forename: Kaleigh
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Gilmore
authors.forename: Karen A
authors.initials: KA
authors.lastname: Richards
authors.forename: Terry
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Altilio
mesh_terms: D034742:Electronic Mail / Q000458:organization & administration; D017051:Hospice Care / Q000458:organization & administration; D006801:Humans; D010166:Palliative Care / Q000458:organization & administration; D012947:Social Work / Q000458:organization & administration; D013727:Terminal Care / Q000458:organization & administration; D014481:United States