IJSPE

International Journal of Social Policy and Education

Social Policy, Education · Open Access

Online ISSN: 2689-5013 · Print ISSN: 2689-4998

Research Article Open Access Published: 31 August 2025 DOI: 10.61494/ijspe.v7n4a1

Understanding the Value of an Online Alcohol Education Intervention: A Mixed Methods Analysis

David S. Anderson

Thomas V. Hall

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David S. Anderson & Thomas V. Hall (2025). Understanding the Value of an Online Alcohol Education Intervention: A Mixed Methods Analysis. International Journal of Social Policy and Education. https://doi.org/10.61494/ijspe.v7n4a1

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Objective: To identify impacts of an on-line education program thus informing campus prevention initiatives. Participants: 340 college students (including 43 higher risk) completed a follow-on survey after their use of Alcohol101+, a free on-line alcohol education program. Methods: Participants completed eight questions on alcohol use and risk reduction behavior and reflections regarding alcohol use. Paired samples analysis examined participants’ behavior and reflections from using Alcohol101+ to the follow-on assessment. Responses to five open-ended questions provided insights into students’ learning. Results: Statistically significant differences were found with risk reduction strategies. Malleability in students’ self-reflection linked to the Stages of Change model are found. Qualitative findings demonstrated areas of learning and gaps in students’ knowledge. Conclusions: Implementing an on-line program affects behaviors that reduce risk and helps students challenge attitudes about personal alcohol use. Knowledge gaps about alcohol and responsible decisions provide opportunities to design needs-based interventions and conduct exploratory discussions.

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