Developing critical practitioners: A review of teaching methods in the Bachelor of Radiography and Medical Imaging

McInerney, John; Baird, Marilyn

doi:10.1016/j.radi.2015.07.001

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“…While it might be said that a learning activity can only be reported as achieving its goals if the students undertake pre‐ and post‐testing to demonstrate discernible change, it has been previously argued that students' perceptions are a valid indicator of attitudinal change from engaging with the activity …”

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Values exchange: using online technology to raise awareness of values and ethics in radiography education

McInerney

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2018

J of Medical Radiation Sci

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IntroductionEthics and values are increasingly significant aspects of patient‐centred healthcare. While it is widely agreed that ethics and values are essential for healthcare delivery, there is also an acknowledgement that these are areas that are challenging to teach. The purpose of this study is to report a small‐scale evaluative research project of a web‐based technology with the educational potential to facilitate learning in relation to ethics, values, self‐reflection and peer‐based learning.MethodsFive diagnostic radiography students took part in a semi‐structured focus group with the aim of exploring their experiences of using Values Exchange, an online ethical decision‐making framework, to examine practice‐based ethical issues. Transcripts were interrogated for key themes.ResultsFrom the thematic analysis three major themes emerged, understanding and appreciating others, addressing the theory‐practice gap and delivering a safe and effective learning environment.Perceived limitations of the platform included students' fear of misinterpreted responses and possibility of poor group dynamics.ConclusionsThere are varied approaches to how ethics and values are taught and assessed within health‐related environments. Values Exchange is one such teaching tool and has been investigated and described positively by radiography students in this study. Online teaching tools can have a positive effect in helping students identify their own values but require skilled implementation to reap positive rewards.

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Values exchange: using online technology to raise awareness of values and ethics in radiography education

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2018

J of Medical Radiation Sci

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“…For some programmes, the USP may come from curriculum innovations within the traditional radiography undergraduate framework, and we have many examples of these innovations already, [5][6][7][8] but for others this may mean a radical re-think of the delivery of their programmes. Already being discussed (and delivered) in some HEIs are pre-registration masters degree programmes, 3+1 models of training (traditional radiography degree followed by a one year specialist masters degree), two year 'fast-track' degrees, and single modality curricula including pre-registration ultrasound education.…”

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Radiography education funding – Crisis or opportunity?

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“…Taking the 'best' action can therefore, lead to conflict between being professional and evidence based practice and protocols. Cole (2002) argued that professionalism comes into play where the protocol ends and being professional is therefore much more than completing tasks (technical work); it involves using judgements (professional practice) and requires critical reflection, evaluation and expertise to resolve Professional and clinical judgement is therefore much more than a reflective process and involves deliberation (Cole, 2002) which is essential for advancement of roles (Hardy & Snaith, 2006;Hardy et al, 2008;Kelly et al, 2008;McInerney & Baird, 2016;Parker & Wolstenhulme, 2012;Snaith & Hardy, 2007).…”

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“…Whilst the importance of critical thinking has been debated greatly in relation to nursing and the medical profession, less has been published relating to radiography (McInerney & Baird, 2016). However, it is considered an essential aspect and some authors would argue even more important in professions associated with advancement of technology, such as radiography (ibid).…”

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“…It is recognised that it is not the imaging modality but the personal attributes that promote advanced practice, in particular self belief, motivation, inspiring others, commitment, autonomy and intellect (Hardy and Snaith, 2006: Snaith and Hardy, 2007and Kelly et al, 2008. More recently, McInerney and Baird (2016) argue that these personal attributes also extends to critical thinking and educators face the challenge of preparing students to become critical thinking radiographers.…”

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The benefits and challenges of employing new sonography graduates: Key stakeholder views

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The impetus for this work was the increasing concern over the national sonographer workforce deficit. Despite this, demand for ultrasound services continued to increase with current educational models only facilitating small numbers of trainees at any given time. At the time of writing this first line investigative modality was nearing crisis and there was an urgent need for different education models and service reconfiguration.Aim: This study explored the perceptions of key stakeholders in relation to employability of a new sonographer graduate after proposed completion of a direct entry, undergraduate programme of study. The aim of the research was to gain a deeper understanding of the current perceptions of key stakeholders related to employing new sonography graduates.Method: Semi structured interviews were used and a total of thirteen participants interviewed. The data collected was analysed using a constructivist Grounded Theory approach and emerging theory tested. The qualitative approach allowed rich and detailed exploration of the participants' perceptions.Findings: An overarching theory emerged related to 'striving for professional identity' with three categories; achieving professionalism, being in control and managing change. Much resistance to change and protection of their own roles emerged as did the lack of clarity for the role, career structure and pay. Some of this was attributable to the historical development of radiography and sonography and associated with maintaining professional boundaries. The findings also suggested that the challenges of employing a new sonographer graduate were much more deeply rooted. It highlighted sonography lacked some of the key requirements for professionalisation and the professional identity and recognition were weak.

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Developing critical practitioners: A review of teaching methods in the Bachelor of Radiography and Medical Imaging

Cited by 24 publications

References 14 publications

Values exchange: using online technology to raise awareness of values and ethics in radiography education

Values exchange: using online technology to raise awareness of values and ethics in radiography education

Radiography education funding – Crisis or opportunity?

The benefits and challenges of employing new sonography graduates: Key stakeholder views

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