scholarly journals What Would You Do? Types of Ethical Challenging Situations Depicted in Vignettes Published in the Veterinary Literature from 1990 to 2020

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 2
Author(s):  
Anne Quain ◽  
Michael P. Ward ◽  
Siobhan Mullan
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Literature Search ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Moral Community ◽  
Team Members ◽  
Knowing That ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Primary Type ◽  
Broad Scale

Veterinary team members encounter a wide range of ethically challenging situations (ECS) in their work. Inability to resolve ECS in accordance with their values may negatively impact the wellbeing of veterinary team members. We sought to determine the types of ECS described in published ethical vignettes in the veterinary literature. We performed a strategic literature search, followed by a thematic analysis of vignettes published in the veterinary literature from 1990–2020. We identified 567 published vignettes in 544 publications. In the majority of vignettes, the protagonist was a veterinarian (61.6%) and the most common categories of animal involved were dogs (28.0%), livestock in general (10.8%), and cattle (10.6%). The primary type of ECS was coded for each scenario, generating 29 themes. These findings extend knowledge about types of ECS that may be encountered by veterinary team members. These themes can help to inform curricula and better prepare veterinary team members to navigate ECS. They may also highlight factors that contribute to ECS that can be addressed on a broad scale, such as through regulation, continuing professional development, or stakeholder education. Knowing that others may experience similar ECS may help veterinary team members feel part of a moral community.

scholarly journals Doctors’ engagement with a formal system of continuing professional development in Ireland: a qualitative study in perceived benefits, barriers and potential improvements

BMJ Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (11) ◽  
pp. e049204
Author(s):  
Holly Rose Hanlon ◽  
Lucia Prihodova ◽  
Thelma Russell ◽  
Deirdre Donegan ◽  
Ann O'Shaughnessy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Professional Competence ◽  
Formal System ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Workplace Challenges ◽  
Cross Sectional Design

ObjectivesTo examine experiences of participation in a mandatory system of continuing professional development (CPD) among doctors in Ireland, in order to identify areas for improvement.DesignA qualitative cross-sectional design was used.Participants1408 participants (701 male, 707 female) were recruited via email from a population of 4350 doctors enrolled on a Royal College of Physicians of Ireland Professional Competence Scheme (PCS) for the 2017/2018 year, and completed an online survey as part of a larger study examining experiences and attitudes towards participation in PCS. A subset of the sample (434 participants) responded to an optional open-ended question about PCS participation. Responses to the open-ended question were analysed using thematic analysis.ResultsThematic analysis resulted in five main themes relating to perceived barriers to PCS participation across a wide range of areas: ‘Evidence of participation’, ‘The structure of PCS’, ‘Questioning the benefits of formal CPD’, ‘Workplace challenges’ and ‘Access issues’.ConclusionsTaken together, the five themes outlined in this study give a wide-ranging, in-depth picture of the challenges faced by Irish doctors, which expand on well-documented factors such as time constraints, to illustrate a series of complex, interacting factors. Some barriers, such as difficulty obtaining evidence of participation, may be relatively easily addressed. Others, such as issues with the way the PCS is structured, are more intractable, and require further research to understand more fully and develop appropriate solutions.

scholarly journals Education Research: NeuroBytes: A New Rapid, High-Yield e-Learning Platform for Continuing Professional Development in Neurology

Neurology ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 10.1212/WNL.0000000000012133
Author(s):  
Laura E. Lavette ◽  
Alexandra Miller ◽  
Bobby Rook ◽  
Zachary London ◽  
Calli Cook ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
High Yield ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Vulnerable Patient ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Time Required ◽  
Survey Responses

ObjectiveTo determine whether NeuroBytes is a helpful e-Learning tool in neurology through usage, viewer type, estimated time and cost of development, and post-course survey responses.BackgroundA sustainable continuing professional development (CPD) system is vital in neurology due to the field’s expanding therapeutic options and vulnerable patient populations. In an effort to offer concise, evidence based updates to a wide range of neurology professionals, the AAN launched NeuroBytes in 2018. NeuroBytes are brief (<5 min) videos that provide high-yield updates to AAN members.MethodsNeuroBytes was beta tested from August–December 2018 and launched for pilot circulation from January–April 2019. Usage was assessed by quantifying course enrollment and completion rates; feasibility by cost and time required to design and release a module; appeal by user satisfaction; and impact by self-reported change in practice.ResultsA total of 5,130 NeuroBytes enrollments (1,026±551/month) occurred from January 11–May 28, 2019 with a median of 588 enrollments per module (interquartile range, 194-922) and 37% course completion. The majority of viewers were neurologists (54%), neurologists in training (26%), and students (8%). NeuroBytes took 59 hours to develop at an estimated $77.94/hour. Of the 1,895 users who completed the survey, 82% were “extremely” or “very likely” to recommend NeuroBytes to a colleague and 60% agreed that the depth of educational content was “just right.”ConclusionsNeuroBytes is a user-friendly, easily accessible CPD product that delivers concise updates to a broad range of neurology practitioners and trainees. Future efforts will explore models where NeuroBytes combines with other CPD programs to impact quality of training and clinical practice.

Counsellors' Phenomenological Experiences of Working with Children or Young People who have been Cyberbullied

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 68-86
Author(s):  
Catherine Knibbs ◽  
Stephen Goss ◽  
Kate Anthony
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Young People ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Large Body ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Analysis Data ◽  
Quantitative Evidence

There is currently a large body of quantitative evidence to support the prevalence of cyberbullying behaviours, however operationalising the term and measuring this consistently is proving difficult. Aim: The present study aimed to explore qualitatively how counsellors define, understand and work with this issue with clients. Method: Six child counsellors were interviewed about their experiences of working with clients who had been cyberbullied. Analysis: Data was analysed using Braun and Clarke's (2006) thematic analysis. Results: Seven themes emerged with three sub-themes arising from these. Discussion: The research provides a balanced argument for appropriate training and continuing professional development for counsellors and supervisors working with this issue.

scholarly journals Understanding the Use and Perceived Impact of a Medical Podcast: Qualitative Study (Preprint)

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah L Malecki ◽  
Kieran L Quinn ◽  
Nathan Zilbert ◽  
Fahad Razak ◽  
Shiphra Ginsburg ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Medical Education ◽  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Medical Literature ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
Perceived Impact

BACKGROUND Although podcasts are increasingly being produced for medical education, their use and perceived impact in informal educational settings are understudied. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to explore how and why physicians and medical learners listen to The Rounds Table (TRT), a medical podcast, as well as to determine the podcast’s perceived impact on learning and practice. METHODS Web-based podcast analytics were used to collect TRT usage statistics. A total of 17 medical TRT listeners were then identified and interviewed through purposive and convenience sampling, using a semistructured guide and a thematic analysis, until theoretical sufficiency was achieved. RESULTS The following four themes related to podcast listenership were identified: (1) participants thought that TRT increased efficiency, allowing them to multitask, predominantly using mobile listening platforms; (2) participants listened to the podcast for both education and entertainment, or “edutainment”; (3) participants thought that the podcast helped them keep up to date with medical literature; and (4) participants considered TRT to have an indirect effect on learning and clinical practice by increasing overall knowledge. CONCLUSIONS Our results highlight how a medical podcast, designed for continuing professional development, is often used informally to promote learning. These findings enhance our understanding of how and why listeners engage with a medical podcast, which may be used to inform the development and evaluation of other podcasts.

The CONTACT Continuing Professional Development Award scheme

1989 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 48-49 ◽  
Author(s):  
John Entwisle
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Business School ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Knowledge And Skills ◽  
The Public ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Contact Hours ◽  
Short Courses ◽  
Award Scheme ◽  
And Training

The greater Manchester Consortium for Advanced Continuing Education and Training (CONTACT) – a partnership of Manchester and Salford Universities, Manchester Polytechnic, UMIST and Manchester Business School – has recently introduced a novel Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Award scheme which aims to help in meeting the national need for the continuous updating of the knowledge and skills of individuals in industry, commerce and the public sector. The scheme is based on the wide range of post-experience short courses offered by these five institutions. The Award is obtained by accumulating credit from a series of courses attended at any of the five. The Award certificate is given when 120 contact hours have been successfully completed and lists the courses accredited.

scholarly journals Status of Continuing Professional Development in Education Sector: A Global Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 04 (08) ◽  
Author(s):  
Aravind B R ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Professional Growth ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Phenomenological Approach ◽  
Education Sector ◽  
Mutual Support ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
The World ◽  
Global Study

The art of learning, unlearning and relearning is the need of the hour, and these are indispensable in any field for professional growth. Especially in the educational sector, change leads to development initiatives and raising standards in teaching and learning. Interestingly, the existing opportunities provide more options for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities and programmes for teachers and professors. The present study analyses teachers and professors’ responses to CPD activities and offers a wide range of information and opinions on CPD programmes and activities. A phenomenological approach was employed to study 257 participants’ perspectives from 48 countries through a questionnaire. This research will also be a resource for teachers and professors seeking professional development in the field. The responses revealed that teachers and professors were eager to take responsibility for participating in CPD activities with mutual support and guidance from the management. The institutions are responsible for ensuring faculty opportunities, particularly for young teachers in their early stages of teaching, and they must be assisted in acquiring the necessary knowledge and exposure. This research paper presents the state of CPD activities, programmes, challenges and awareness across the world.

scholarly journals Understanding the Use and Perceived Impact of a Medical Podcast: Qualitative Study

10.2196/12901 ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. e12901 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah L Malecki ◽  
Kieran L Quinn ◽  
Nathan Zilbert ◽  
Fahad Razak ◽  
Shiphra Ginsburg ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Medical Education ◽  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Medical Literature ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
Perceived Impact

Background Although podcasts are increasingly being produced for medical education, their use and perceived impact in informal educational settings are understudied. Objective This study aimed to explore how and why physicians and medical learners listen to The Rounds Table (TRT), a medical podcast, as well as to determine the podcast’s perceived impact on learning and practice. Methods Web-based podcast analytics were used to collect TRT usage statistics. A total of 17 medical TRT listeners were then identified and interviewed through purposive and convenience sampling, using a semistructured guide and a thematic analysis, until theoretical sufficiency was achieved. Results The following four themes related to podcast listenership were identified: (1) participants thought that TRT increased efficiency, allowing them to multitask, predominantly using mobile listening platforms; (2) participants listened to the podcast for both education and entertainment, or “edutainment”; (3) participants thought that the podcast helped them keep up to date with medical literature; and (4) participants considered TRT to have an indirect effect on learning and clinical practice by increasing overall knowledge. Conclusions Our results highlight how a medical podcast, designed for continuing professional development, is often used informally to promote learning. These findings enhance our understanding of how and why listeners engage with a medical podcast, which may be used to inform the development and evaluation of other podcasts.

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