Reflective journal demonstrates how the student can take the theory of the classroom and apply to real life medical situations. Also it demonstrates the journey of the student from simply observing the process through to actually performing part of the MRI examination.
Details
- CLASS SIZE
- 10-20
- CLASS LEVEL
- Post-graduate
- ASSESSMENT SECURITY
- Medium security
- TIME REQUIREMENTS
- Medium time
- GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES
- In-depth knowledge in the field(s) studied, Ethical and social understanding
- CONDITIONS
- Work-related, Sequence
- FEATURES
- Authentic, Problem based
- TAGS
- presentation, field visit, active learning, reflective/reflexive, analysis
Advantages
Demonstrates how theory is put into practice. Allows student to see the situation through the eyes of the patient. Recognises why we highlight people skills in a theory course
Challenges
Student has never been in a clinical environment and so is understandably cautious. Taking responsibility in the imaging process.
Tips for implementation
Ease the student into the environment
Ms Gail Durbridge
gail.durbridge@cai.uq.edu.au
Qualifications:
Grad Dip in Ultrasonography, Queensland University of Technology
Master of Applied Science (Medical Ultrasound), Queensland University of Technology Find out more