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Frithioff A, Frendø M, Foghsgaard S, Sørensen MS, Andersen SAW. Are Video Recordings Reliable for Assessing Surgical Performance? A Prospective Reliability Study Using Generalizability Theory. Simul Healthc 2023; 18:219-225. [PMID: 36260767 DOI: 10.1097/sih.0000000000000672] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Reliability is pivotal in surgical skills assessment. Video-based assessment can be used for objective assessment without physical presence of assessors. However, its reliability for surgical assessments remains largely unexplored. In this study, we evaluated the reliability of video-based versus physical assessments of novices' surgical performances on human cadavers and 3D-printed models-an emerging simulation modality. METHODS Eighteen otorhinolaryngology residents performed 2 to 3 mastoidectomies on a 3D-printed model and 1 procedure on a human cadaver. Performances were rated by 3 experts evaluating the final surgical result using a well-known assessment tool. Performances were rated both hands-on/physically and by video recordings. Interrater reliability and intrarater reliability were explored using κ statistics and the optimal number of raters and performances required in either assessment modality was determined using generalizability theory. RESULTS Interrater reliability was moderate with a mean κ score of 0.58 (range 0.53-0.62) for video-based assessment and 0.60 (range, 0.55-0.69) for physical assessment. Video-based and physical assessments were equally reliable (G coefficient 0.85 vs. 0.80 for 3D-printed models and 0.86 vs 0.87 for cadaver dissections). The interaction between rater and assessment modality contributed to 8.1% to 9.1% of the estimated variance. For the 3D-printed models, 2 raters evaluating 2 video-recorded performances or 3 raters physically assessing 2 performances yielded sufficient reliability for high-stakes assessment (G coefficient >0.8). CONCLUSIONS Video-based and physical assessments were equally reliable. Some raters were affected by changing from physical to video-based assessment; consequently, assessment should be either physical or video based, not a combination.
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- Andreas Frithioff
- From the Copenhagen Hearing and Balance Center, Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery and Audiology (A.F., M.F., S.F., M.S., S.A.W.A.), Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen; and Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES; A.F., M.F., S.A.W.A.), Center for HR & Education, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Frithioff A, Frendø M, Weiss K, Foghsgaard S, Mikkelsen PT, Frederiksen TW, Pedersen DB, Sørensen MS, Andersen SAW. 3-D-Printed Models for Temporal Bone Training: A Validity Study. Otol Neurotol 2023; 44:e497-e503. [PMID: 37442608 DOI: 10.1097/mao.0000000000003936] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/15/2023]
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OBJECTIVE 3-D printing offers convenient and low-cost mastoidectomy training; nonetheless, training benefits using 3-D-printed temporal bones remain largely unexplored. In this study, we have collected validity evidence for a low-cost, 3-D-printed temporal bone for mastoidectomy training and established a credible pass/fail score for performance on the model. STUDY DESIGN A prospective educational study gathering validity evidence using Messick's validity framework. SETTING Seven Danish otorhinolaryngology training institutions. PARTICIPANTS Eighteen otorhinolaryngology residents (novices) and 11 experienced otosurgeons (experts). INTERVENTION Residents and experienced otosurgeons each performed two to three anatomical mastoidectomies on a low-cost, 3-D-printed temporal bone model produced in-house. After drilling, mastoidectomy performances were rated by three blinded experts using a 25-item modified Welling scale (WS). MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE Validity evidence using Messick's framework including reliability assessment applying both classical test theory and Generalizability theory. RESULTS Novices achieved a mean score of 13.9 points; experienced otosurgeons achieved 23.2 points. Using the contrasting groups method, we established a 21/25-point pass/fail level. The Generalizability coefficient was 0.91, and 75% of the score variance was attributable to participant performance, indicating a high level of assessment reliability. Subsequent D studies revealed that two raters rating one performance or one rater rating two performances were sufficiently reliable for high-stakes assessment. CONCLUSION Validity evidence supports using a low-cost, 3-D-printed model for mastoidectomy training. The model can be printed in-house using consumer-grade 3-D printers and serves as an additional training tool in the temporal bone curriculum. For competency-based training, we established a cut-off score of 21 of 25 WS points using the contrasting groups method.
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- Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Technical University of Denmark, Kgs. Lyngby
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- Copenhagen Hearing and Balance Center, Dept. of Otorhinolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery and Audiology, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Hearing and Balance Center, Dept. of Otorhinolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery and Audiology, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Technical University of Denmark, Kgs. Lyngby
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- Copenhagen Hearing and Balance Center, Dept. of Otorhinolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery and Audiology, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Risavi BL, Carlson J, Reese EM, Raleigh A, Wallis J. Prehospital Surgical Airway Management Skills in a Rural Emergency Medical Service System. Cureus 2023; 15:e41864. [PMID: 37581144 PMCID: PMC10423438 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.41864] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2023] [Accepted: 07/14/2023] [Indexed: 08/16/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The objective of this study is to describe the education, training, and use of prehospital surgical airways in a rural Emergency Medical Service (EMS) system. MATERIALS AND METHODS We conducted an internet-based survey instrument of all advanced life support (ALS) EMS agencies in a seven-county rural EMS system in Pennsylvania. ALS agencies were queried regarding basic demographic information as well as the number of surgical airways performed in the previous 10 years as well as the education and training of EMS providers in surgical airways. RESULTS The survey was completed by 11 of 20 ALS EMS agencies in our region (55% rate of return). The content and frequency of training varied considerably among EMS agencies. Only four prehospital surgical airways were performed during the study period. One patient survived to hospital discharge to home. CONCLUSION Surgical airways are an infrequently performed procedure in the rural prehospital setting. There is no universally accepted standard for teaching or evaluating the competency of this potentially life-saving procedure. Further efforts to establish a core educational curriculum appear warranted.
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- Brian L Risavi
- Emergency Medicine, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie, USA
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- Emergency Medicine, UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center) Hamot, Erie, USA
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- Emergency Medicine, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie, USA
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- Emergency Medicine, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie, USA
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Becoming virtually real: using the Virtual Environment for Radiotherapy Training (VERT™) platform for the summative assessment of performance in a palliative radiotherapy treatment technique. JOURNAL OF RADIOTHERAPY IN PRACTICE 2022. [DOI: 10.1017/s1460396922000073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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Introduction:
Direct observation in the radiotherapy clinic remains the primary method for the assessment of procedural skills. But with increasing automation and reductions in clinical placement time during the recent pandemic, the role of summative, simulation-based assessment is being revisited. The aim of this article is to share early experiences of using Virtual Environment for Radiotherapy Training (VERT) in the assessment of a palliative, parallel pair, external beam treatment delivery technique in a new pre-registration undergraduate programme.
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Eight first-year students completed a campus-based individual virtual assessment using virtual patient plans representing metastatic disease in the brain and pelvis and late-stage primary lung tumours. Performance was logged on a 25-item checklist for pre and post-procedure checks and treatment delivery tasks.
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All eight students participated in the assessment with seven students (87·5%) achieving a pass grade at first attempt. The course team observed that participants demonstrated a range of skills and abilities and were able to compare and contrast individual approaches to patient positioning. Specific feed-forward action points were also highlighted as areas for students’ to focus on during their second placement. The project also identified logistical benefits for assessment teams.
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While these experiences are a single snapshot, a VERT simulation-based summative assessment is feasible and identified benefits included controlled observation and structured feedback on individual performance and scheduling pressure reductions for clinical teams. However, more work is needed to determine the psychometric qualities and predictability of performance in more complex techniques.
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Cold K, Clementsen P. Diagnosis and staging of lung cancer using transesophageal ultrasound: Training and assessment. Endosc Ultrasound 2022; 11:92-94. [PMID: 35488620 PMCID: PMC9059802 DOI: 10.4103/eus-d-21-00129] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Automated summative feedback improves performance and retention in simulation training of mastoidectomy: a randomised controlled trial. The Journal of Laryngology & Otology 2021; 136:29-36. [PMID: 34709147 DOI: 10.1017/s0022215121003352] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to investigate the effects of automated metrics-based summative feedback on performance, retention and cognitive load in distributed virtual reality simulation training of mastoidectomy. METHOD Twenty-four medical students were randomised in two groups and performed 15 mastoidectomies on a distributed virtual reality simulator as practice. The intervention group received additional summative metrics-based feedback; the control group followed standard instructions. Two to three months after training, participants performed a retention test without learning supports. RESULTS The intervention group had a better final-product score (mean difference = 1.0 points; p = 0.001) and metrics-based score (mean difference = 12.7; p < 0.001). At retention, the metrics-based score for the intervention group remained superior (mean difference = 6.9 per cent; p = 0.02). Also at the retention, cognitive load was higher in the intervention group (mean difference = 10.0 per cent; p < 0.001). CONCLUSION Summative metrics-based feedback improved performance and lead to a safer and faster performance compared with standard instructions and seems a valuable educational tool in the early acquisition of temporal bone skills.
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Leong A, Benscoter D, Brewington J, Torres‐Silva C, Wood RE. Pediatric flexible airway endoscopy training during a pandemic and beyond: Bending the curve. Pediatr Pulmonol 2021; 56:1386-1388. [PMID: 33559942 PMCID: PMC8012993 DOI: 10.1002/ppul.25311] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2020] [Revised: 02/01/2021] [Accepted: 02/02/2021] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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- Albin Leong
- Department of Clinical Sciences, Pediatric PulmonologyCalifornia Northstate University College of MedicineElk GroveCaliforniaUSA
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- Department of PediatricsUniversity of Cincinnati College of MedicineCincinnatiOhioUSA
- Division of Pulmonary MedicineCincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterCincinnatiOhioUSA
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- Department of PediatricsUniversity of Cincinnati College of MedicineCincinnatiOhioUSA
- Division of Pulmonary MedicineCincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterCincinnatiOhioUSA
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- Department of PediatricsUniversity of Cincinnati College of MedicineCincinnatiOhioUSA
- Division of Pulmonary MedicineCincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterCincinnatiOhioUSA
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- Department of PediatricsUniversity of Cincinnati College of MedicineCincinnatiOhioUSA
- Division of Pulmonary MedicineCincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterCincinnatiOhioUSA
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Cold KM, Svendsen MBS, Bodtger U, Nayahangan LJ, Clementsen PF, Konge L. Automatic and Objective Assessment of Motor Skills Performance in Flexible Bronchoscopy. Respiration 2021; 100:347-355. [PMID: 33550311 DOI: 10.1159/000513433] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2020] [Accepted: 11/25/2020] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Motor skills have been identified as a useful measure to evaluate competency in bronchoscopy. However, no automatic assessment system of motor skills with a clear pass/fail criterion in flexible bronchoscopy exists. OBJECTIVES The objective of the study was to develop an objective and automatic measure of motor skills in bronchoscopy and set a pass/fail criterion. METHODS Participants conducted 3 bronchoscopies each in a simulated setting. They were equipped with a Myo Armband that measured lower arm movements through an inertial measurement unit, and hand and finger motions through electromyography sensors. These measures were composed into an objective and automatic composite score of motor skills, the motor bronchoscopy skills score (MoBSS). RESULTS Twelve novices, eleven intermediates, and ten expert bronchoscopy operators participated, resulting in 99 procedures available for assessment. MoBSS was correlated with a higher diagnostic completeness (Pearson's correlation, r = 0.43, p < 0.001) and a lower procedure time (Pearson's correlation, r = -0.90, p < 0.001). MoBSS was able to differentiate operator performance based on the experience level (one-way ANOVA, p < 0.001). Using the contrasting groups' method, a passing score of -0.08 MoBSS was defined that failed 30/36 (83%) novice, 5/33 (15%) intermediate, and 1/30 (3%) expert procedures. CONCLUSIONS MoBSS can be used as an automatic and unbiased assessment tool for motor skills performance in flexible bronchoscopy. MoBSS has the potential to generate automatic feedback to help guide trainees toward expert performance.
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- Kristoffer Mazanti Cold
- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES), Rigshospitalet, University of Copenhagen and the Capital Region of Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark,
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- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES), Rigshospitalet, University of Copenhagen and the Capital Region of Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Naestved Hospital, Naestved, Denmark.,Department of Internal Medicine, Unit of Respiratory Medicine, Zealand University Hospital, Roskilde, Denmark.,Institute for Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES), Rigshospitalet, University of Copenhagen and the Capital Region of Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES), Rigshospitalet, University of Copenhagen and the Capital Region of Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark.,Department of Internal Medicine, Unit of Respiratory Medicine, Zealand University Hospital, Roskilde, Denmark.,Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES), Rigshospitalet, University of Copenhagen and the Capital Region of Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Sinha P, Pischel L, Sofair AN. Improving diagnosis by feedback and deliberate practice: one-on-one coaching for diagnostic maturation. Diagnosis (Berl) 2021; 8:dx-2020-0129. [PMID: 33544476 PMCID: PMC9256033 DOI: 10.1515/dx-2020-0129] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2020] [Accepted: 12/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Reflective practice is essential for the ongoing maturation of clinicians and requires regular self-evaluation in association with ongoing mentoring and feedback. Currently, most resident physicians do not have access to educational experiences that fulfill these needs. We present a novel model for structured one-on-one longitudinal coaching using the principles of deliberate practice to improve diagnostic skills. This is an easily implementable educational model that can be replicated in residencies across the country to improve clinical reasoning. Skills learned through this program have the potential not only to bolster the academic approach to patients but to also directly improve the clinical assessment and care of patients under the trainee's care.
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- Pranay Sinha
- Section of Infectious Diseases, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA, 02118, USA
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- Section of Infectious Diseases, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, 06510, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, 06510, USA
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Cold KM, Svendsen MBS, Bodtger U, Nayahangan LJ, Clementsen PF, Konge L. Using structured progress to measure competence in flexible bronchoscopy. J Thorac Dis 2020; 12:6797-6805. [PMID: 33282381 PMCID: PMC7711376 DOI: 10.21037/jtd-20-2181] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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Background Flexible bronchoscopy is a core invasive procedure in pulmonary medicine and training in the procedure is mandatory. Diagnostic completeness and procedure time have been identified as useful measures of competence. No outcome measures have been developed regarding navigational path in bronchoscopy to assess whether the bronchial segments have been identified in an arbitrary or structured order. We investigated whether a new outcome measure for structured progression could be used to assess competency in flexible bronchoscopy. Methods The study was designed as a prospective comparative study. Twelve novices, eleven intermediates, and ten expert bronchoscopy operators completed three full bronchoscopies in a simulated setting on a phantom. The following outcome measures were collected through a checklist evaluation by a trained rater: Diagnostic Completeness as amount of visualized bronchial segments, Structured Progress between the bronchial segments in ascending order, and average intersegmental time (AIT). Results The ability to follow a structured ascending path through the bronchial tree correlated with a higher amount of identified bronchial segments (Pearson’s correlation, r=0.62, P<0.001) and a lower AIT (Pearson’s correlation, r=−0.52, P<0.001). Conclusions Operators should advance through the bronchial tree in a structured ascending order to ensure systematic progress with the highest level of diagnostic yield and the lowest procedure time. Structured progression is a useful measure to evaluate competency in flexible bronchoscopy.
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- Kristoffer Mazanti Cold
- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES), University of Copenhagen and the Capital Region of Denmark, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES), University of Copenhagen and the Capital Region of Denmark, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Naestved Hospital, Naestved, Denmark.,Institute for Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense C, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES), University of Copenhagen and the Capital Region of Denmark, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES), University of Copenhagen and the Capital Region of Denmark, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark.,Department of Internal Medicine, Unit of Respiratory Medicine, Zealand University Hospital, Roskilde, Roskilde, Denmark.,Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES), University of Copenhagen and the Capital Region of Denmark, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Parker DA, Roumell EA. A Functional Contextualist Approach to Mastery Learning in Vocational Education and Training. Front Psychol 2020; 11:1479. [PMID: 32714253 PMCID: PMC7344248 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2020.01479] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2020] [Accepted: 06/02/2020] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Along with technological progress, vocational education and training (VET) is consistently changing. Workforce disruption has serious consequences for workers and international economies, often requiring adults to transition into different occupations or to upskill to maintain employment. We review recent literature covering VET trends, theoretical considerations for the 21st century, and present an approach to workforce training to help workers not only learn necessary skills but also become adaptable to constant change. We suggest a functional contextualist approach to mastery learning achieves this aim. Specifically, we offer suggestions for pedagogy that not only develop skills but also encourage higher order thinking. Within a novice to expert continuum, we suggest deliberate practice, mental simulation, and reflective meaning making as methods to achieve efficiency and transfer-learning outcomes relevant to a changing workforce. This approach recognizes that learning is context bound and should promote broader human capabilities that support both employability and the continuing development of life literacies.
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- Daniel A. Parker
- Rehabilitation, Human Resources, and Communication Disorders, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR, United States
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- Rehabilitation, Human Resources, and Communication Disorders, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR, United States
- Educational Administration and Human Resource Development, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, United States
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Can We “Up Our Game” in Bronchoscopy Procedural Training? ATS Sch 2020; 1:79-81. [PMID: 33871483 PMCID: PMC8043297 DOI: 10.34197/ats-scholar.2020-0031ed] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Ross J, Baker SR. Perceptions of foundation dentists on minor oral surgery teaching in dental foundation training. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF DENTAL EDUCATION : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR DENTAL EDUCATION IN EUROPE 2019; 23:405-414. [PMID: 31108018 DOI: 10.1111/eje.12446] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2019] [Revised: 05/08/2019] [Accepted: 05/16/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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AIMS The aim of this service evaluation was to explore the experiences of foundation dentists (FDs) during their dental foundation year (DFT) in the field of oral surgery and surgical extractions. METHODS A phenomenological approach was taken aiming to explore the FDs' experiences through a qualitative design. All FDs in the region deemed eligible for the evaluation were invited to attend a semi-structured interview or answer a qualitative questionnaire when attending for their exit interview at the completion of DFT. The interviews were then transcribed and thematic analysis was undertaken. RESULTS 79 FDs took part in the evaluation, representing 86% of trainees eligible for inclusion. Findings showed that not all FDs had the opportunity to undertake surgical extractions independently during the year. Data was analysed and 4 main themes generated when evaluating FDs' experiences; specific learning encounters, influence of the educational supervisor, supportive learning environment and ready for independent practice. CONCLUSIONS This evaluation shows that there are a number of factors associated with FDs' experience during DFT, and not all FDs are leaving the training with a positive experience, with a query as to whether they are fulfilling the aims of training to become an "independent practitioner." It poses questions about what can be done to improve future training and what exactly does DFT need to achieve in terms of experience in surgical extractions.
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- Jennie Ross
- Primary Dental Care, Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, UK
- Richmond Dental Care, Sheffield, UK
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- Department of Psychology, Unit of Oral Health, Dentistry and Society, School of Clinical Dentistry, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, UK
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STATEMENT The role of simulation to teach and access open surgical skills has become more prevalent in recent years. This systematic review synthesizes the totality of evidence with respect to the educational effectiveness of simulators used in open surgical training. A systematic literature search was conducted in PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, Scopus, and Web of Science. Only randomized controlled trials were included that explored the educational efficacy of theses simulators. Six randomized controlled trials were included from the 9934 studies found. The methodological quality of the included studies was variable. Overall, the use of the simulators was more educationally effective compared with standard teaching of the skill without a simulator (P < 0.05). Two studies showed that the simulator was as good as an animal model of much higher fidelity. Further studies are needed to secure higher evidence for the educational value, validity, and transferability of the skills to the hospital setting for all simulators.
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Cold KM, Konge L, Clementsen PF, Nayahangan LJ. Simulation-Based Mastery Learning of Flexible Bronchoscopy: Deciding Factors for Completion. Respiration 2018; 97:160-167. [PMID: 30391958 DOI: 10.1159/000493431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2018] [Accepted: 08/28/2018] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Several studies have shown the beneficial effects of mastery learning of a simulation-based course, but not all trainees complete it. OBJECTIVES The purpose of this study was to find deciding factors for the completion of a simulation-based mastery learning course with distributive practice in flexible bronchoscopy. METHODS Seventy-seven trainees who signed up for the course were invited to a survey for deciding factors of completing the course. Sixty-two (81%) trainees answered the survey. RESULTS Male trainees were more likely to complete the course. The most important factor for completion was clinical relevance, and the most important factor for not completing the course was being "too busy." CONCLUSION Several deciding factors for completing the course were identified. Successful simulation-based mastery learning courses should be clinically relevant, and the trainees should be provided protected time to complete the training. The instructional design should also be adapted systematically for male and female trainees to achieve the necessary competencies.
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- Kristoffer Mazanti Cold
- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES), Copenhagen, Denmark, .,University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark,
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- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES), Copenhagen, Denmark.,Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES), Copenhagen, Denmark.,Department of Internal Medicine, Zealand University Hospital, Roskilde, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES), Copenhagen, Denmark
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Russell L, Østergaard ML, Nielsen MB, Konge L, Nielsen KR. Standardised assessment of competence in Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma. Acta Anaesthesiol Scand 2018; 62:1154-1160. [PMID: 29708590 DOI: 10.1111/aas.13141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2017] [Revised: 03/28/2018] [Accepted: 03/30/2018] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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PURPOSE The aim of this study was to develop and gather validity evidence for a standardised test of competence in Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma (FAST) and to define the appropriate cut-off point in simulation-based learning of the FAST protocol. METHODS A 20-item simulation-based test for assessing competence in FAST was created. The test was administered to thirteen novices and twelve radiologists experienced in abdominal ultrasound diagnostics. The Contrasting Groups' method was used to establish a credible passing score. RESULTS The internal consistency was high (Cronbach's α = 0.90) and the test had good discriminatory ability (P < .001). The mean score was 16.9 (95% CI: 15.5-18.3) in the experienced group and 8.0 (95% CI: 5.8-10.2) in the novice group, corresponding to 85% and 40% of the total score, respectively. A pass/fail standard of 14 points was established using the Contrasting Groups' method. CONCLUSIONS The FAST simulation-based test provided valid assessment of competence in FAST. The FAST test could be used to guide training and ensure basic competence of physicians using FAST.
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- L Russell
- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation, University of Copenhagen and The Capital Region of Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Intensive Care 4131, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Emergency Medical Services Copenhagen, The Capital Region of Denmark, Ballerup, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation, University of Copenhagen and The Capital Region of Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Radiology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation, University of Copenhagen and The Capital Region of Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Radiology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation, University of Copenhagen and The Capital Region of Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation, University of Copenhagen and The Capital Region of Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Radiology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Nilsson PM, Naur TMH, Clementsen PF, Konge L. Simulation in bronchoscopy: current and future perspectives. ADVANCES IN MEDICAL EDUCATION AND PRACTICE 2017; 8:755-760. [PMID: 29184459 PMCID: PMC5687487 DOI: 10.2147/amep.s139929] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE To provide an overview of current literature that informs how to approach simulation practice of bronchoscopy and discuss how findings from other simulation research can help inform the use of simulation in bronchoscopy training. SUMMARY We conducted a literature search on simulation training of bronchoscopy and divided relevant studies in three categories: 1) structuring simulation training in bronchoscopy, 2) assessment of competence in bronchoscopy training, and 3) development of cheap alternatives for bronchoscopy simulation. CONCLUSION Bronchoscopy simulation is effective, and the training should be structured as distributed practice with mastery learning criteria (ie, training until a certain level of competence is achieved). Dyad practice (training in pairs) is possible and may increase utility of available simulators. Trainee performance should be assessed with assessment tools with established validity. Three-dimensional printing is a promising new technology opening possibilities for developing cheap simulators with innovative features.
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Affiliation(s)
- Philip Mørkeberg Nilsson
- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation, Center of HR, Capital Region and University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation, Center of HR, Capital Region and University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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McGaghie WC, Barsuk JH, Wayne DB. The promise and challenge of mastery learning. ADVANCES IN MEDICAL EDUCATION AND PRACTICE 2017; 8:393-394. [PMID: 28790876 PMCID: PMC5489053 DOI: 10.2147/amep.s141073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/29/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- William C McGaghie
- Department of Medical Education, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Medical Education, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Medical Education, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, USA
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