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Adrian Kok is a Professor of Social Work at Dominican University's School of Social Work, where he has been a faculty member since August 2003. His PhD research from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign emphasized interdisciplinary collaboration, which he has carried into his teaching and research practices. He has worked with colleagues across Gerontology, Computer Science, Nutrition, and Library and Information Sciences.
- PhD in Social Work (2003), University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
- MSS in Psychology (1996), National University of Singapore
- BSS in Psychology (1992), National University of Singapore
- BA in Social Work & Psychology (1990), National University of Singapore
His research focuses on technology's impact on social work practice, pedagogy, and curriculum development. He pioneered the gerontology certificate program at Dominican's School of Social Work and co-led community-based research projects with students in Uganda focused on older adults. His work emphasizes collaboration, outcome assessments for CSWE accreditation, and stakeholder engagement.
Recent publications highlight his interdisciplinary approach, including technology integration in gerontology, curriculum development, and cross-cultural collaborations. Key article themes span digital communication with seniors, hospice photography applications, and context-driven educational models.
Adrian Kok advocates for a "tango" metaphor in education, stressing mutual responsiveness between instructors and students. His teaching incorporates scaffolding, critical reflection, and practice-based applications to enhance social workers' technology and research skills.
