The cognitive apprenticeship model as a framework for desired precepting qualities to inform preceptor development.
Curr Pharm Teach Learn
; 16(1): 5-16, 2024 01.
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| ID: mdl-38177021
ABSTRACT
INTRODUCTION:
Positive learner perceptions of learning experiences have been linked to better learning outcomes. More information is needed on learners' desired qualities of preceptors and learning experiences to inform preceptor development. Aligning learners' perceptions with a teaching framework, such as the Cognitive Apprenticeship (CA) framework, may be useful to guide preceptor self-assessment and development. However, information is lacking regarding whether the CA framework is consistent with learners' expectations. The purpose of this study was to determine pharmacy learner perspectives on desired preceptor behaviors and qualities and to evaluate their alignment with the CA framework to inform preceptor development.METHODS:
Twenty-two learners (nine residents and 13 introductory and advanced pharmacy practice students) participated in nine focus group interviews. Data were analyzed qualitatively by inductive coding and pattern coding and then condensed into themes. After initial analysis, the CA framework was adapted into codes and applied to the data to explore the alignment of quality preceptor characteristics with CA.RESULTS:
Learners identified desired general preceptor characteristics, teaching behaviors, and qualities of sites and experience structure in their discussion. All four CA dimensions (Methods, Sociology, Sequencing, and Content) were represented in the described desired preceptor qualities. Most comments were connected to the Methods dimension.CONCLUSIONS:
This study supports the use of CA as a framework to guide preceptor development and assessment for desired precepting qualities, preceptor behaviors, and learning environments. Additional research is needed for best practices in implementing CA in preceptor assessment and professional development.Palavras-chave
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Estudantes de Farmácia
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Estágio Clínico
Tipo de estudo:
Guideline
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Prognostic_studies
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Qualitative_research
Limite:
Humans
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En
Revista:
Curr Pharm Teach Learn
Ano de publicação:
2024
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Article