Effectiveness of online learning in improving optometry student's reflective abilities
J. optom. (Internet)
; 16(3): 199-205, July - September 2023. tab
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ABSTRACT
Purpose Optometry education strives to develop competencies required for reflective practice in its pupils. The forced changes in academia during COVID-19 pandemic, rapid switching to online methods imposed serious challenges on the training of reflective skills. We hypothesize that the synchronous online sessions of case-based reflections are effective in imparting training for reflective practice in optometry students. Methods A prospective study was done with planned, synchronous, online, small group workshops for case-based reflections through the second year of optometry program during introduction to patient care course. The reflective competencies were measured with a modified Groningen Reflection Ability Scale (GRAS) at the beginning and towards conclusion. Data was analysed with Mann-Whitney one tail test and qualitative thematic methods. Results Total of 104 students participated in the study. The aggregate score showed significant improvement (p<0.05) in students reflective ability. A rising trend was seen in each component namely self-reflection, empathetic and communication reflections. Discussions The results demonstrate that the reflective skills can be developed using virtual patient experiences, case-based reflective practices conducted in synchronous small group workshops in online mode. Students perceived it as useful activity in developing themselves as healthcare professionals. (AU)
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06-national
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ES
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IBECS
Main subject:
Optometry
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Health Education
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Coronavirus Infections
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Education, Distance
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Education, Professional
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Pandemics
Limits:
Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
J. optom. (Internet)
Year:
2023
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Article