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Teaching-Learning Philosophy, Celia M. Pechak
A Conceptual Model Of Optimal International Service-Learning And Its Application To Global Health Initiatives In Rehabilitation, Celia Pechak, Mary Thompson
A Conceptual Model Of Optimal International Service-Learning And Its Application To Global Health Initiatives In Rehabilitation, Celia Pechak, Mary Thompson
Celia M Pechak
Background. There is growing involvement by US clinicians, faculty members, and students in global health initiatives, including international service-learning (ISL). Limited research has been done to examine the profession’s increasing global engagement, or the ISL phenomenon in particular, and no research has been done to determine best practices. This study was intended as an early step in the examination of the physical therapy profession’s role and activities in the global health arena within and beyond academics.
Objectives. The purposes of this study were: (1) to identify and analyze the common structures and processes among established ISL programs within physical therapist …
A Call For A Critical Examination Of Ethics In Global Health Initiatives In Physical Therapy Education, Celia Pechak, Shaun Cleaver
A Call For A Critical Examination Of Ethics In Global Health Initiatives In Physical Therapy Education, Celia Pechak, Shaun Cleaver
Celia M Pechak
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International Service-Learning And Other International Volunteer Service In Physical Therapist Education Programs In The United States And Canada: An Exploratory Study, Celia Pechak, Mary Thompson
International Service-Learning And Other International Volunteer Service In Physical Therapist Education Programs In The United States And Canada: An Exploratory Study, Celia Pechak, Mary Thompson
Celia M Pechak
Background and Purpose. Reflecting increasing globalization, some physical therapist educators are incorporating international service and learning opportunities in curricula. This study had 3 purposes: (1) to determine the frequency/location of international service-learning (ISL) and other international volunteer service (OIVS) in United States and Canadian physical therapist education programs; (2) to explore the program differences between those with and without ISL or OIVS; and (3) to examine faculty’s perceptions of barriers to and benefits of ISL.
Subjects. The program directors from 213 physical therapist education programs in the United States and Canada were surveyed.
Methods. A questionnaire was developed, frequencies were …