The Effect of On-Site Visits From the Physical Therapy Clinical Instructor Perspective: A Mixed-Methods Approach

Palmer, R. Joe; Rapport, Mary Jane

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“…Palmer and Rapport 5 found that in-person site visits strengthened the relationship between the site and school. This relationship is an important factor to consider because the Clinical Education Placement Process Task Force recommended strengthening bonds between the school and the clinical site to maximize the effectiveness of clinical education.…”

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“…If a student is struggling in the clinic or a site is new, and a relationship needs to be established, an in-person visit may be time and cost-effective, given what can be gained by the in-person interaction. [3][4][5] In-person visits allow the faculty to see how the student interacts not only with the CI but also with other staff members and, possibly, patients. In addition, the faculty visitor can gauge the clinic's environment more easily than by phone or video.…”

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“…A 2013 case report described video visits as effective and cost-efficient for students far from the school's location. 1 Palmer and Rapport 5 surveyed CIs about in-person site visits and found that in-person visits strengthened the relationship between the site and school. Greco et al 3 explored perspectives of DCEs 3 and students 4 in PTEPs.…”

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“…3 ree specific goals of site visits were assessed in this study: building the relationship between the site and PTEP, assessing communication between the CI and student, and identifying issues impeding student learning and performance. [3][4][5] An effective site visit was defined as achieving these goals.…”

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“…Recent articles concerning PTEPs have explored the DCE 3 and student 4 perspectives of site visits but have only explored the CI perspective related to in-person site visits. 5…”

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Assessing Effectiveness of Physical Therapy Clinical Education Site Visits: Clinical Instructor and Student Perspectives

Lewis

Lesser

Folkins

2023

JOPTE

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Introduction. Video, phone, or in-person site visits are used to assess clinical education in entry-level physical therapy education programs. The perspectives of students and clinical instructors (CIs) related to site visits were examined in this article using 2 consecutive surveys. The first included items related to in-person and phone call site visits. The second added video calls. The research purpose was to assess the CI and student perspectives on the effectiveness of site visits and explore the differences between in-person, video, and phone visits. Review of Literature. Published literature about the effectiveness of site visits is scarce. Two recent articles explored the director of clinical education and student perspectives of site visits. Future research concentrating on the clinician perspective of site visits was recommended. Subjects. A convenience sample of 104 CIs and 97 doctor of physical therapy students were recruited by email for the 2 surveys. Methods. A mixed-methods, triangular, validating, quantitative data model was used. Respondents answered open-ended questions and rated items on 5-point Likert scales. Descriptive and chi-square statistics were calculated, and themes were developed using qualitative analysis. Results. No significant difference was found in preference of site visit method between students and CIs. CIs rated the effectiveness of site visits similarly for all methods. Students rated in-person site visits as the most effective in the first survey and video calls as the most effective in the second survey. Qualitative analysis showed that CIs and students preferred in-person visits when the student was struggling. Considering closed-ended and open-ended questions on both surveys, CIs and students would rather meet individually with the faculty member. Discussion and Conclusion. The results of this study suggest that any type of site visit can be effective; in-person visits should be considered when students are struggling, and the site visitor should meet privately with the student and CI.

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“…Recent articles concerning PTEPs have explored the DCE 3 and student 4 perspectives of site visits but have only explored the CI perspective related to in-person site visits. 5…”

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Assessing Effectiveness of Physical Therapy Clinical Education Site Visits: Clinical Instructor and Student Perspectives

Lewis

Lesser

Folkins

2023

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Differences in the earthquake preparedness of low- and high-income countries: the cases of Shizuoka prefecture, Japan, and the four provinces in Panay, Philippines

Atando,

Sugawara

2023

Nat Hazards

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Panay island, Philippines and Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan are populated communities, highly vulnerable to earthquake hazards especially tsunami, and having recognized preparedness measures. This study differentiates their disaster management strategies as they vary in resources. It further compares their earthquake countermeasures to assess the level of compliance with the four priority areas of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk 2015-2030. The previous experiences of researchers as practicing geologist, seismologist, and disaster manager have reinforced the needed information that were gathered through on-site visit, in-depth interview with disaster managers, and data mining using the websites of government agencies and private media entities. The collected data were subjected to content and narrative analyses. Findings revealed that Panay has minimal resources, yet utilizing the synergy of national and local governments and collaborating with foreign institutions, the private sector, and civil society organizations have enabled it prepare for devastating earthquakes. The high-income Shizuoka prefecture invested in innovation, logistics, provision of incentives, and exibility to achieve an advanced and a considerable earthquake preparedness.

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The “How” and “Why” Behind Clinical Site Visits: A Qualitative Study Exploring Director of Clinical Education Perspectives

Greco,

Hochman,

Silberman

2023

JOPTE

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Introduction. Several studies have investigated stakeholder perspectives regarding clinical site visits (SVs). An SV is one of the many ways of building strong relationships through collaborative communication. This study explored perceptions of directors of clinical education (DCEs) about why SVs are important, why they prefer certain methods of communication over others, and how they prioritize their decision-making process regarding structure and communication methods used. Literature Review. Barriers to conducting SVs exist, including scheduling challenges, time, and cost. Some studies suggest preferences for using in-person communication. Subjects. Fifteen DCEs from across the United States. Methods. Subjects participated in one-on-one semi-structured interviews. Transcripts were analyzed using a grounded theory approach and thematic analysis. Results. Six themes emerged from the data: (1) communication is vital, (2) SVs are fact-finding missions that serve multiple purposes, (3) flexibility is essential, (4) showing up in person has a strong impact, (5) DCEs strategically schedule in-person SVs, and (6) faculty assistance can be valuable. Some of the purposes of an SV include learning about the clinic's expectations, gathering data to ensure that the student is having a good experience, keeping current with curricular trends and contemporary practice, and building and nurturing relationships. Faculty may be able to assist in conducting SVs when properly trained. In-person SVs show a powerful message of support to students and clinicians. Discussion and conclusion. Similar to other stakeholders, DCEs value SVs for building, maintaining, and strengthening clinical and academic relationships. Site visits also bridge curricular gaps, support stakeholders, and help DCEs do their job. Directors of clinical education are strategic when considering SV structure, communication methods, and prioritizing student and clinician needs. Results were used in conjunction with prior findings of our mixed-methods explanatory sequential study to create recommendations, which will empower DCEs to advocate for resources to continue conducting SVs, particularly in-person SVs, especially under certain circumstances. Future research should explore clinician perspectives, specifically related to preferred communication methods, structure of the SV, and meeting with faculty other than the DCE.

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The Effect of On-Site Visits From the Physical Therapy Clinical Instructor Perspective: A Mixed-Methods Approach

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Cited by 5 publications

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Assessing Effectiveness of Physical Therapy Clinical Education Site Visits: Clinical Instructor and Student Perspectives

Assessing Effectiveness of Physical Therapy Clinical Education Site Visits: Clinical Instructor and Student Perspectives

Differences in the earthquake preparedness of low- and high-income countries: the cases of Shizuoka prefecture, Japan, and the four provinces in Panay, Philippines

The “How” and “Why” Behind Clinical Site Visits: A Qualitative Study Exploring Director of Clinical Education Perspectives

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