Faculty and Student Perceptions of Readiness for Clinical Clerkships

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作者：
Jarecke J.L. [1 ]
Taylor E.W. [1 ]
Gusic M.E. [2 ]
机构：
[1] Penn State University-Harrisburg School of Behavioral Sciences and Education, W314 Olmsted, 777 Harrisburg Pike, Middletown, 17057-4898, PA
[2] Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
来源：
Medical Science Educator | 2013年 / 23卷 / 1期
关键词：
Clerkship readiness; clinical competence; clinical education; medical education;
D O I：
10.1007/BF03341802
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摘要：
Background: There is a paucity of literature focusing on what students and educators believe constitutes students’ readiness for clinical clerkships. The purpose of this study is to gain insight into clinical faculty and students’ perceptions of student readiness for clerkship education. Methods: Educational experts conducted focus groups and semi-structured individual interviews with third-year medical students and faculty who teach n clinical clerkships, including directors of the required rotations. Two authors independently coded the transcribed notes from the interviews to identify themes. Discrepancies were resolved among all authors in an iterative process. Results: Eight students and 15 faculty members participated in the interviews. While faculty focused on the need for students to be able to apply knowledge, be active in their learning, and display professionalism, students discussed their beliefs about why readiness for a “completely new environment” was unattainable. Discussion: Issues that impact perceptions about readiness include: defining professionalism in the context of a hierarchical system, the challenge of transferring learning to apply knowledge in new environments, and the teacher’s role in facilitating and encouraging active learning. The differences in conceptualizations among faculty and students about readiness highlight the need for enhanced communication regarding expectations for students as they enter clinical clerkships. © 2013, Springer International Publishing.
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