Online Clinical Education Training for Preceptors: A Pilot QI Project

Wilkinson, Melody R.; Turner, Barbara S.; Ellis, Kathryn K.; Knestrick, Joyce; Bondmass, Mary D.

doi:10.1016/j.nurpra.2015.04.017

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“…Limitations of the current study include the inability to use all responses due to the invalidity of some of the codes mentioned (i.e., missing code or different code than specified). However, the matching pairs for PSEQ and knowledge assessments did not seem low compared to other pilot studies 19,56,57 . Another limitation is that only those who have access to computers were able to participate in the study, while those who encountered technical issues were not involved.…”

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“…However, the matching pairs for PSEQ and knowledge assessments did not seem low compared to other pilot studies. 19,56,57 Another limitation is that only those who have access to computers were able to participate in the study, while those who encountered technical issues were not involved. Moreover, there were potential biases due to self-evaluation conducted by the preceptors, which may warrant caution when interpreting the study findings.…”

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Implementation and evaluation of a preceptor educational development programme involving the health cluster colleges at Qatar University

Mukhalalati

Elshami

Awaisu

et al. 2022

Health Planning & Management

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Background ‘The Practice Educators' Academy Programme’ is an innovative educational intervention developed following a preceptor‐focussed needs assessment. The primary aim of this study was to evaluate the programme's effect on self‐efficacy and knowledge amongst multi‐disciplinary clinical preceptors who precept students across the Health Cluster in Qatar University. The secondary aim was to assess the preceptors' satisfaction with the programme's comprehensiveness, appropriateness, and relevance. Methods This is a longitudinal study, with the same participants followed at different time points (i.e., pretest‐posttest interventional design). The sample size was calculated to represent 10% of the sample expected for the main study, utilising a stratified convenience sampling technique. Preceptor self‐efficacy was assessed using the Preceptor Self‐Efficacy Questionnaire, a validated 21‐item questionnaire. Preceptor knowledge was assessed through a 25‐item multiple‐choice question test. Satisfaction with programme content and delivery was assessed through a 14‐item questionnaire with open comments. Results Thirty pretest‐posttest respondents for the PSEQ assessment, and 26 pretest‐posttest respondents for the knowledge assessment were appropriately matched and analysed. Participation in the self‐efficacy questionnaire resulted in a statistically significant increase in their posttest median score (pretest‐to‐posttest: 3.3‐to‐3.6, p = 0.001). Participation in the knowledge assessment resulted in a statistically significant increased posttest mean score (pretest‐to‐posttest: 10.2‐to‐15.7, p < 0.001). Participants indicated high levels of satisfaction with the programme (average score = 4.42/5). Conclusions Our findings suggest the programme is effective as demonstrated through a significant improvement in preceptors' self‐efficacy and knowledge. Recommendations for future iterations include placing greater focus on active learning strategies, and inter‐disciplinary interactions.

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Implementation and evaluation of a preceptor educational development programme involving the health cluster colleges at Qatar University

Mukhalalati

Elshami

Awaisu

et al. 2022

Health Planning & Management

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“…Although different instructional design features have been used, results reveal that online preceptor programs are informative, supportive, and highly valued (Wu et al, 2020). Moreover, findings from a systematic review conducted by Wu et al (2018) showed that these programs enhance preceptors’ knowledge and skills, self-efficacy, and leadership practices (Larsen & Zahner, 2011; Wilkinson et al, 2015). According to Myrick et al (2011) using online resources to exchange information and knowledge with colleagues is fundamental for preceptors to grow as professionals and develop a stronger sense of self-validation.…”

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Nurse Preceptors’ Experiences of an Online Strength-Based Nursing Course in Clinical Teaching

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Background: Online educational programs for nurse preceptors have been created based on various theoretical frameworks; however, no programs using a Strengths-Based Nursing (SBN) approach could be located. Purpose: This qualitative descriptive study explored the nurse preceptors’ experiences in using a SBN approach to provide clinical teaching to nursing students after completing an online SBN clinical teaching course. Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with six nurses. Data was thematically analyzed. Findings: Although their levels of familiarity with SBN varied, all preceptors acknowledged that using a SBN approach in clinical teaching benefits both students and educators. They reported that it empowered students and that it allowed them to discover their strengths. Getting to know their students helped the preceptors provide tailored learning experiences and feedback. Using the SBN approach simultaneously enhanced the preceptors’ self-confidence and created opportunities for shared learning. Conclusion: Using a strengths’ approach offers nurse preceptors a powerful tool to facilitate student learning and skills development in clinical practice.

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A systematic review of online learning programs for nurse preceptors

Chan

Tan

et al. 2018

Nurse Education Today

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Online Clinical Education Training for Preceptors: A Pilot QI Project

Cited by 10 publications

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Implementation and evaluation of a preceptor educational development programme involving the health cluster colleges at Qatar University

Implementation and evaluation of a preceptor educational development programme involving the health cluster colleges at Qatar University

Nurse Preceptors’ Experiences of an Online Strength-Based Nursing Course in Clinical Teaching

A systematic review of online learning programs for nurse preceptors

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