Learning by Doing: Students' Experiences of Interprofessional Education and Community Partnership in a Pilot Student-Run Clinic. A Practice Report
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| Title: | Learning by Doing: Students' Experiences of Interprofessional Education and Community Partnership in a Pilot Student-Run Clinic. A Practice Report |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | JiaRong Yap (ORCID |
| Source: | Student Success. 2024 15(1):122-129. |
| Availability: | Queensland University of Technology. QUT Library, GPO Box 2434, Brisbane, OLD 4001, Australia. Tel: +61-07-3138-5345; e-mail: journal@unistars.org; Web site: https://studentsuccessjournal.org/ |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 8 |
| Publication Date: | 2024 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Foreign Countries, Student Experience, Clinics, Clinical Experience, Community Health Services, Interprofessional Relationship, Medical Students, College Students, Experiential Learning, Partnerships in Education, Coordination, Community Involvement, Learning Readiness |
| Geographic Terms: | New Zealand |
| ISSN: | 2205-0795 |
| Abstract: | This report presents an evaluation of students' experiences in a student-run clinic project in Aotearoa New Zealand, aiming to provide interprofessional learning opportunities and accessible health services to the community. Qualitative focus group interviews were conducted with students' post-clinical placement. A six-step thematic data analytic approach guided identification of three key themes: placement preparation and understanding expectations, interprofessional relationships and collaboration, and learning experience and value. Students reported positive experiences in this student-run clinic placement, including in respect to collaborative experiences, the development of interprofessional relationships, and value of the learning experience. This report highlights the need for enhanced pre-placement preparation and clarification of expectations regarding a community-based interprofessional placement experience, particularly for first year students. The student-run clinic model has potential to address healthcare disparities and enhance learning through community-engaged experiences. Results provide insights for educational institutions and healthcare providers looking to implement similar initiatives, emphasising collaborative partnerships and student-centred interprofessional education. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2024 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1418322 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | This report presents an evaluation of students' experiences in a student-run clinic project in Aotearoa New Zealand, aiming to provide interprofessional learning opportunities and accessible health services to the community. Qualitative focus group interviews were conducted with students' post-clinical placement. A six-step thematic data analytic approach guided identification of three key themes: placement preparation and understanding expectations, interprofessional relationships and collaboration, and learning experience and value. Students reported positive experiences in this student-run clinic placement, including in respect to collaborative experiences, the development of interprofessional relationships, and value of the learning experience. This report highlights the need for enhanced pre-placement preparation and clarification of expectations regarding a community-based interprofessional placement experience, particularly for first year students. The student-run clinic model has potential to address healthcare disparities and enhance learning through community-engaged experiences. Results provide insights for educational institutions and healthcare providers looking to implement similar initiatives, emphasising collaborative partnerships and student-centred interprofessional education. |
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| ISSN: | 2205-0795 |
