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Utilization Of A Double Robot To Promote Critical Thinking By Novice Student Physical Therapists, Bonnie L. Rogulj, Mechelle Roy, Megan Dickerson
Utilization Of A Double Robot To Promote Critical Thinking By Novice Student Physical Therapists, Bonnie L. Rogulj, Mechelle Roy, Megan Dickerson
Physical Therapy Collection
This presentation discusses the clinical significance of the utilization of a double robot during a simulated telehealth session by novice student physical therapists to develop critical thinking skills. We demonstrate how to create a simulated telehealth session utilizing a double robot to promote critical thinking by novice student physical therapists. Finally, the limitations for virtual healthcare simulation are addressed as well as strategies for successful outcomes in the development of critical thinking skills.
Problem-Based Learning In Physician Assistant Education At A University In Eastern South Carolina: Improving An Active Learning Pedagogy, Marvin S. Wade
Problem-Based Learning In Physician Assistant Education At A University In Eastern South Carolina: Improving An Active Learning Pedagogy, Marvin S. Wade
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
The purpose of this applied study was to solve the problem of designing and delivering a problem-based learning (PBL) curriculum which enhances students’ critical thinking and prepares physician assistant (PA) students to pass a national certifying examination at a small university in eastern South Carolina. A multi-methods approach utilizing concepts from qualitative and quantitative research was used. The study was guided through a central research question: How can the problems of problem-based learning be improved in PA education at a university in eastern South Carolina? Deeper understanding is discovered through the sub-questions: (a) how would PA education faculty in an …