scholarly journals Self-directed learning in the context of a nursing curriculum: Development of a learning plan

Curationis ◽  
1996 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
B. Majumdar
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Nursing Curriculum ◽  
Learning Approaches ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Learning Plan ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
Rapid Pace ◽  
Biological Health ◽  
Learning Contract ◽  
Self Learning

The rapid pace at which biological health breakthroughs and advancements in technology occur is creating unique challenges to health care programmes. The curricula of all health care programmes will need to be set in learning environments where students will be able to develop learning skills that are transportable across situations, over a whole lifetime. This article attempts to focus on self-directed learning (SDL) concepts and the development of a learning contract/plan, including the roles of both the student and faculty in self-learning approaches and contractual development.

scholarly journals Self-directed learning among primary health care doctors: an analysis in light of the theory of social representations

2021 ◽  
Vol 45 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Gustavo Valadares Labanca Reis ◽  
Jucimere Fagundes Durães Rocha ◽  
Leonardo Cançado Monteiro Savassi ◽  
Cristina Andrade Sampaio ◽  
Antônio Prates Caldeira
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Primary Health Care ◽  
Social Representations ◽  
Social Representation ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
The Core ◽  
Primary Health ◽  
The Social ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
Self Learning

Abstract: Introduction: In a scenario of a great information availability, the production of scientific knowledge in medicine has been increasingly accelerated. The way the medical professional perceives and directs their acquisition of knowledge still lacks national studies, particularly in times of easily accessible internet. Objective: To analyze the social representations of physicians working in Primary Health Care (PHC) teams about self-directed learning. Method: This is a qualitative-quantitative study based on Moscovici’s Social Representations Theory, with a structural approach to Abric’s Central Core Theory, conducted in three municipalities of the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Semi-structured interviews were conducted on the subject, which were recorded and transcribed. The freely evoked words that emerged from the inducing term “medical self-learning” were analyzed with the aid of EVOC® software through the four-quadrant chart and CHIC® software analyzed the similarity. Content analysis was performed for the participants’ speeches. Results: Fifty interviews were carried out and the freely evoked words that possibly constitute the core of the representations were “knowledge”, “dedication”, “study”, “reading”, “need”, contrasting “research” and “book”. Conclusion: The results showed that the learners’ characteristics, practice as a learning locus as opposed to theory, associated with the time barrier, define the core content of the social representation of the participating physicians. In this assessed context, PHC reinforces its importance as a scenario for medical self-learning.

Methodology for Knowledge Management and Self-Directed, Science Program Engineering Computing

2017 ◽  
pp. 63-81
Author(s):  
Marcos Levano
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Computer Science ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning By Doing ◽  
The Self ◽  
Science Program ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
Generic Competences ◽  
Self Learning

The following chapter shows the development of a learning methodology used to validate self-directed learning generic competences and knowledge management in a competence-based model in the engineering computer science program of the Universidad Católica Temuco (UCT). The design of the methodology shows the steps and activities of the learning-by-doing process, as shown gradually in the learning results of the competence. The designed methodological process allows creating working schemes for theory-based teaching and learning, and also for practicing and experimenting. The problematology as controlled scenarios is integrated in order to answer problems in engineering, allowing the process of validation in the self-learning and knowledge management competences. Thus, the achievements in the results have allowed helping the teachers to use their learning instruments.

scholarly journals Using an integrated teaching approach to facilitate student achievement of the learning outcomes in a preclinical medical curriculum in India

2019 ◽  
Vol 43 (4) ◽  
pp. 522-528
Author(s):  
Asha Vashe ◽  
Vasudha Devi ◽  
Raghavendra Rao ◽  
Reem Rachel Abraham ◽  
Vinod Pallath ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Curriculum ◽  
Student Assessment ◽  
Educational Environment ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Learning Approaches ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Learning Readiness ◽  
Outcome Based Education ◽  
Directed Learning

Today most education institutions around the world have adopted the philosophy of outcome-based education. The emphasis in outcome-based education is achievement of outcomes; hence the curriculum should be designed in a way that it includes the components targeted specifically at achieving these outcomes. A discipline-based approach results in fragmentation of learning and lack of clinical applicability. Integrated teaching could be a solution to achieve required outcomes in a holistic way. Hence, the aim of this study was to develop, implement, and evaluate an integrated teaching module. Temporal coordination of the basic sciences, along with correlation of learned topics to clinical settings, was done in the first year of the undergraduate medical program. The module was evaluated by obtaining qualitative and quantitative feedback from students. Student assessment was conducted with a test that had case vignettes and multiple-choice questions. In addition, students’ change in learning approaches and self-directed learning readiness were collected. Students’ perception regarding the educational environment was also obtained. Analysis of the data showed positive feedback from the students regarding the integrated teaching. Students’ average score in the test was 86%. There was a significant increase in the scores for the deep approach and self-directed learning readiness in the posttest compared with the pretest. Moreover, students were found to be satisfied with the educational environment. Evaluation of integrated teaching revealed that it was well accepted by the students. Moreover, it facilitated the achievement of the students’ outcomes.

scholarly journals Self-Assessment on the Competencies and Reported Improvement Priorities for Pediatrics Residents

2012 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 445-453 ◽  
Author(s):  
Su-Ting T. Li ◽  
Daniel J. Tancredi ◽  
Ann E. Burke ◽  
Ann Guillot ◽  
Susan Guralnick ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Core Competencies ◽  
Medical Knowledge ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Individualized Learning ◽  
Learning Plan ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
Level Of Training ◽  
Sectional Analysis

Abstract Background Self-assessment and self-directed learning are essential to becoming an effective physician. Objective To identify factors associated with resident self-assessment on the competencies, and to determine whether residents chose areas of self-assessed relative weakness as areas for improvement in their Individualized Learning Plan (ILP). Methods We performed a cross-sectional analysis of the American Academy of Pediatrics' PediaLink ILP database. Pediatrics residents self-assessed their competency in the 6 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education competencies using a color-coded slider scale with end anchors “novice” and “proficient” (0–100), and then chose at least 1 competency to improve. Multivariate regression explored the relationship between overall confidence in core competencies, sex, level of training, and degree (MD or DO) status. Correlation examined whether residents chose to improve competencies in which they rated themselves as lower. Results A total of 4167 residents completed an ILP in academic year 2009–2010, with residents' ratings improving from advanced beginner (48 on a 0–100 scale) in postgraduate year-1 residents (PGY-1s) to competent (75) in PGY-3s. Residents rated themselves as most competent in professionalism (mean, 75.3) and least competent in medical knowledge (mean, 55.8) and systems-based practice (mean, 55.2). In the adjusted regression model, residents' competency ratings increased by level of training and whether they were men. In PGY-3s, there was no difference between men and women. Residents selected areas for improvement that correlated to competencies where they had rated themselves lower (P < .01). Conclusion Residents' self-assessment of their competencies increased by level of training, although residents rated themselves as least competent in medical knowledge and systems-based practice, even as PGY-3s. Residents tended to choose subcompetencies, which they rated as lower to focus on improving.

The Level Of Self–directed Learning Among Teacher Training Institute Students – An Early Survey

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Boon Shiong Kok ◽  
Baharuddin Aris ◽  
Zaidatun Tasir
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Training ◽  
Structured Learning ◽  
Learning Approaches ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Learning Readiness ◽  
Learning Tasks ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Questionnaire Result ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
Training Institute

Pendekatan pembelajaran terkini mempunyai struktur aktiviti pembelajaran yang pelbagai dan pembelajaran kendiri yang lebih terbimbing dari segi akademik. Tujuan kajian ini adalah mengenal pasti kesediaan pembelajaran kendiri di Institut Perguruan Malaysia. Seramai 266 orang pelajar dari kumpulan kursus Perguruan Lepasan Ijazah (KPLI), Program Ijazah Sarjana Muda Perguruan (PISMP) dan Program Persediaan Ijazah Sarjana Muda Perguruan (PPISMP) terlibat dalam kajian ini. Instrumen kajian ialah soal selidik yang diubah suai daripada soal selidik Self–Directed Learning Readiness oleh Guglielmino. Dapatan kajian daripada analisis data menunjukkan kebanyakan pelajar mempunyai kesediaan pembelajaran kendiri yang sederhana atau rendah. Kajian juga mendapati terdapat perbezaan yang signifikan di antara kesediaan pembelajaran kendiri pelajar perempuan dan lelaki. Selain itu, terdapat juga perbezaan yang signifikan di antara kesediaan pembelajaran kendiri pelajar mengikut kursus. Kata kunci: Kesediaan pembelajaran kendiri; pembelajaran kendiri Current learning approaches have various structured learning activities as well more self–directed learning tasks guided through consultation with academics. The aim of this research is to determine students’ self–directed learning readiness (SDLRS) in a Teacher Training Institute. 266 students from the Kursus Perguruan Lepasan Ijazah (KPLI), Program Ijazah Sarjana Muda Perguruan (PISMP) and Program Persediaan Ijazah Sarjana Muda Perguruan (PPISMP) group took part in the research. The instrument is a questionnaire adopted from Guglielmino SDLRS questionnaire. Result from the data analysis showed that most of the students are on average or below average in term of SDLRS. Based on SDLRS, there is also significant difference between gender with respect to self–directed learning readiness. In addition, there ia also significant difference of students’ SDLRS with respect to their courses. Key words: Self–directed learning readiness; Self–directed learning

scholarly journals Self-Directed Learning: A Paradigm Shift for Physiotherapy Education

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 47-52
Author(s):  
Jonathan Quartey ◽  
◽  
Carina Eksteen ◽  
Glynis Pickworth ◽  
Ajediran Bello ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Clinical Training ◽  
Skills Training ◽  
Care Practice ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
Physiotherapy Education ◽  
Teacher Centered

Training physiotherapists to a level where they can influence the standard of health care practice could be a complex process. Entry-level physiotherapy education in Ghana is a continuum between academic and clinical training during which they have to integrate the application and development of skills in communication, collaboration, advocatory and leadership. Self-directed learning is considered by many as one of the appropriate methodologies to allow practitioners to stay up-to-date and knowledgeable of the current literature. A teacher-centered approach is characterized by lecturing and hands-on skills training as the main or only way of facilitating student learning. Students who qualify as physiotherapists from teacher-centered tertiary institutions need to be self-directed life-long learners to be able to meet the demands of a complex work environment in the field of physiotherapy and professional health care delivery. The teacher-centered traditional approach to teaching and learning appears to be the predominant form of teaching among most universities in Ghana. Since a student-centered teaching approach has been widely recommended as the approach of choice, especially in the education of health care professionals, there is a need to determine if it is possible to design and implement physiotherapy based modules that include student-centered approaches such as Self-directed learning which may address minimal guidance that is usually associated with teacher centered tertiary training in Ghana. Keywords: Self-directed learning; teacher-centred; Physiotherapy, student-centredAbstract

scholarly journals Mix research methods: teaching and learning in 2nd year bachelor nursing program

2016 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 127 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samantha Ismaile ◽  
Haya Alsahlia ◽  
Samina Khan ◽  
Hanan Alshehri
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Education ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Learning Approaches ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

Background: Nursing profession and its development, no doubt plays a crucial role in healthcare sectors. Students’ learning approaches are now being recognized across higher education as having a considerable effect on student achievement’ and their learning outcomes. The learning process in nursing education has always been a challenge to find pedagogical instructional methods that can engage learners actively and help the students to understand concepts for new applications in theoretical and practical situation.Purpose: The aim of this research study is to compare the effect of sequencing theory via classroom lecturing before practical clinical skill taught in laboratories and visa versa on students learning readiness and approaches.Methods: The research method of this study employed a mixed research methods by the implication of both quantitative and qualitative methods. The quantitative research method was conducted by means of two validated questionnaires. The first questionnaire used is the Self- Directed Learning Readiness Scale for Nursing Education (SDLRSNE). This is a self-reporting instrument designed to assess stu-dents' attitudes, abilities, and personality characteristics necessary for self- directed learning. The second questionnaire is the Revised two-factor version of the Study Process (R-SPQ-2F) in order to assess students’ deep or surface learning approaches. The qualitative research was conducted via students reflection on their learning experience via the use of free text comments in Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS) environment. The study sample included 97 nursing students. Students were divided into two groups A and B. Each group consisted of 47 nursing students.Results: Significant differences between group ‘A’ and group ‘B’ were found for SDLRSNE self-management, desire for learning and self-control, suggesting that self-management in group ‘A’ managed their learning better than group ‘B’. There were no significant differences in terms of learning approaches between group ‘A’ and B.Conclusion: This study highlights that students teaching and learning experiences are sensitive to learning environments. This was done through sequencing theoretical and clinical teaching and visa versa in a nursing course. Proper design of the learning environment and the availability of supportive learning tools encourage students learning and teaching experience.

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