The Impact of a Novel Outdoor Orientation Program on Incoming Medical Students
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| Title: | The Impact of a Novel Outdoor Orientation Program on Incoming Medical Students |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Kercheval, Jacquelyn B. (ORCID |
| Source: | Journal of Experiential Education. Sep 2022 45(3):276-294. |
| Availability: | SAGE Publications. 2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Tel: 800-818-7243; Tel: 805-499-9774; Fax: 800-583-2665; e-mail: journals@sagepub.com; Web site: https://sagepub.com |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 19 |
| Publication Date: | 2022 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | School Orientation, Medical Students, Outdoor Education, Program Effectiveness, Student Attitudes, Student Adjustment, Medical Schools, Student Needs, Camps |
| Geographic Terms: | Michigan (Ann Arbor) |
| DOI: | 10.1177/10538259211048611 |
| ISSN: | 1053-8259 2169-009X |
| Abstract: | Background: Undergraduate outdoor orientation programs facilitate students' transition into college. Research has yet to be conducted on the few programs at medical schools, which may have unique benefits given the specific challenges of transitioning to medical school and high rates of burnout among medical students. Purpose: This mixed methods study examines the impact of one medical school's outdoor orientation program on its participants. Methodology/Approach: A survey was administered immediately following the 2018 trip (N = 56 responses). Follow-up focus groups were conducted with a sample of the same participants (N = 18) in 2019. Responses were analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. Findings/Conclusions: Participants felt that the program helped ease their transition into medical school, establish a support system, and hone personal development and wellness skills. Many of these effects persisted up to one year later. Implications: These findings are of particular interest to the medical and experiential education communities because many outcomes persisted for at least one year after the original trip and aligned with factors believed to protect against medical student burnout. There is opportunity for additional research as well as expansion of similar programs to other medical schools. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2022 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1347419 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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| Abstract: | Background: Undergraduate outdoor orientation programs facilitate students' transition into college. Research has yet to be conducted on the few programs at medical schools, which may have unique benefits given the specific challenges of transitioning to medical school and high rates of burnout among medical students. Purpose: This mixed methods study examines the impact of one medical school's outdoor orientation program on its participants. Methodology/Approach: A survey was administered immediately following the 2018 trip (N = 56 responses). Follow-up focus groups were conducted with a sample of the same participants (N = 18) in 2019. Responses were analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. Findings/Conclusions: Participants felt that the program helped ease their transition into medical school, establish a support system, and hone personal development and wellness skills. Many of these effects persisted up to one year later. Implications: These findings are of particular interest to the medical and experiential education communities because many outcomes persisted for at least one year after the original trip and aligned with factors believed to protect against medical student burnout. There is opportunity for additional research as well as expansion of similar programs to other medical schools. |
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| ISSN: | 1053-8259 2169-009X |
| DOI: | 10.1177/10538259211048611 |
