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Item A Novel Approach to Inquiry-Based Learning Models in the Sciences: Utilization of Case Presentations and Patient Encounter Workshops in High School Life Science Classrooms(2004-07-01) Whitaker, Lekeisha R.; Rustin E. Reeves; Victoria Rudick; Rouel RoqueA Novel Approach to Inquiry-Based Learning Models in the Sciences: Utilization of Case Presentations and Patient Encounter Workshops in High School Life Science Classrooms. Lekeisha R. Whitaker. Abstract. A novel approach to inquiry-based learning models is needed in a curriculum that reflects changing demographics, societal demands, and diverse cultural background. The proposed module which is designed to teach the urinary system to Fort Worth Independent District high school biology students as outlined in the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) guide, represents application of this novel tool in the classroom. It is designed to be implemented in inquiry-based learning classrooms that function to encourage the natural process of inquiry throughout grade levels. The proposed module takes advantage of media resources, introductory case reports, and patient encounter workshops that outline diet, disease, and health disparities as a way to capture student interest in content relevant material, engage students in the daily lessons, and invoke long-term retention of basic life science concepts. Through future research and testing of module design and effectiveness in the classroom, the proposed approach to inquiry-based learning may serve to optimize student understanding of fundamental science concepts and diet and disease as it relates to normal body function, with implications that may affect change in lifestyle. Furthermore, the proposed learning module, if effective, may also serve as a template to be used to teach other life science subjects.Item Administration Accountability, Fiscal Year 2011(2011-01-01)Item Administration Accountability, Fiscal Year 2012(2012-01-01)Item Administration Accountability, Fiscal Year 2013(2013-01-01)Item Administration Accountability, Fiscal Year 2014(2014-01-01)Item Administration Accountability, Fiscal Year 2015(2015-01-01)Item Administration Accountability, Fiscal Year 2016(2016-01-01)Item Administration Accountability, Fiscal Year 2017(2017-01-01)Item Administration Accountability, Fiscal Year 2018(2018-01-01)Item Barriers to Women's Cardiovascular Risk Knowledge: A Tarrant County Study(2004-05-01) Liewer, Linda J.; Kristine LykensLiewer, Linda J., Barriers to Women’s Cardiovascular Risk Knowledge: A Tarrant County Study. Master of Public Health (Health Management and Policy), May 2004, 71 pp., 19 tables, 6 illustrations, 36 references, 17 titles. Women’s death rate from cardiovascular disease is greater than the death rate from all cancers. Awareness and knowledge of a disease are key to dealing with it, yet many women are still unaware of their CVD risk. The purpose of this study is to identify the barriers to knowledge about cardiovascular disease risk in women in Tarrant County. Interviews with administrative personnel in 10 community organizations confirmed the lack of awareness of CVD. Barriers included: women in caregiver roles advocate effectively for their family members, but less effectively for themselves; physician communication with women regarding CVD is often suboptimal; women fear breast cancer far more than CVD; a program deficiency exists in Tarrant County; lack of a visible woman champion and heart disease is still seen as a man’s disease.Item Course Design and Redesign(2010-11-08) Huang, Kun; Savi, ChristineThis is the PowerPoint used in a workshop offered by the Center for Learning & Development at the UNT Health Science Center. The workshop provides the insights into the design of course syllabus, learning activities, and assessment measures that cultivate students’ higher order thinking.Item Developing and Testing a Rubric: Comprehensive Exams(2010-10-20) Savi, ChristineHow to develop and test a rubric to use for comprehensive, graduate exams.Item Does a Community Health Worker Program Work among Latino Communities?(2003-12-01) Medina, Amanda Y.; Hector Balcazar; Claudia S. Coggin; Francisco Soto MasMedina, Amanda Y., Does a Community Health Worker Program Work among Latino Communities? Master of Public Health (Community Health), Dec 2003, 77 pp., 8 tables, 5 illustrations, bibliography, 70 titles. The study’s goal was to investigate if and what makes a community health worker (CHW) education program work among Latino participants. First, the author developed a conceptual model to explain why a CHW program might effectively reach Latino communities. Second, the study tested the effectiveness of a CHW program, Salud Para Su Corazon of North Texas, by examining participants’ self-reported healthy behaviors from before and immediately after education. Third, the study examined potential CHW program components that predicted healthy behavior scores. These findings showed that pledging to the program and positive program evaluations predicted participants’ scores. Past research and theories are in congruent with all these findings.Item Education of Parents of Newborns with Cleft Lip/Cleft Palate by Healthcare Professionals in Texas Hospitals(2005-05-01) Schimmoller, Mary V.; Sue LurieSchimmoller, Mary V. Education of Parents of Newborns with Cleft Lip/Cleft Palate by Healthcare Professionals in Texas Hospitals. Master of Public Health (Community Health), May 2005, 37 pp., references, 22 titles. The purpose of this study was to ascertain what, how, when and by whom information is given to parents of cleft lip/palate newborns in Texas hospitals and whether additional information is needed. Methods: Telephone interviews with 97 health care professionals who provide initial care to moms of cleft lip/palate newborns in the 159 Texas hospitals with more than 500 live births in 2003/2004. Findings: 76% of respondents said information given to parents of cleft newborns in effective/ very effective, 63% gave conflicting responses on whether babies with cleft can breastfeed, 35% said additional information is needed, 7% said they need information in additional languages. Conclusion: Information given to parents with cleft lip/palate newborns in Texas hospitals is inconsistent and often insufficient.Item Enhancing the nutritional status of an older population: an educational intervention to improve the nutrition knowledge of persons over 60 living in a rural Texas community(2002-05-01) Lane, Bridget M.Lane, Bridget M., Enhancing the nutritional status of an older population: an educational intervention to improve the nutrition knowledge of persons over 60 living in a rural Texas community. Master of Public Health (Health Administration), May, 2002, 61 pp., 8 tables, references, 41 titles. A four session nutrition education promotion program was developed and implemented for a group of seniors in a rural Texas community to enhance the nutritional status of persons over 60 through educational intervention to improve nutrition knowledge. Nutrition knowledge was measured using pre-tests and post-tests (before and after short-term nutrition education). No statistically significant differences were observed between pre/post test results, although there was a directional improvement in several aspects of test performance. Nutrition education programs that can effectively translate healthy dietary recommendations into understandable concepts can result in improvements in nutrition knowledge, and possibly have a positive influence on dietary behaviors and health markers.Item Epidemiological Modeling of a Bioterrorism Event in a Noncombat Environment(1999-07-01) Perkins, Christopher J.; Antonio Rene; Mains; Gilbert RamirezPerkins, Christopher J., Epidemiological Modeling of a Bioterrorism Event in a Noncombat Environment. Master of Public Health (Biomedical Sciences), July, 1999, 60 pp., 8 tables, 4 illustrations, references, 31 titles. The challenge to government, medical and public health officials is to advocate for American citizens the safest environment possible to live and work. A threat to the safety of all Americans has initiated preparations from national, state, and local jurisdictions in an attempt to counter the probability of biological terrorism. Bioterrorism is not only a threat to humans but also a threat to the nation’s water and food supplies. Epidemiological Modeling of a Bioterrorism Event demonstrates the importance in preparations to reduce the number of casualties and fatalities. Using Epidemiological Modeling of bioterrorism events will aid public health and medical personnel in the planning and initiation of appropriate public health actions and medical therapies should such events occur.Item Evaluation of Mental Health Association of Tarrant County's School Based Mental Health Curriculum: Focus Group and Results(2005-04-01) Nanji-Bhai, Anila K.; Sue Lurie; Claudia S. Coggin; Kristine LykensNanji-Bhai, Anila K., Evaluation of Mental Health Association of Tarrant County’s School Based Mental Health Curriculum: Focus Group and Results. Master of Public Health (Community Health), April 2005, 31 pp., references. There are presently numerous research findings that indicate the need for mental health education among the adolescent population within the United States. In the last decade, tragedies such as the Columbine school shooting, and most recently the Red Lake school shootings in Minnesota point to the fact that adolescents are facing mental pressures and need assistance. In this study, a mental health curriculum, developed by the Mental Health Association of Tarrant County, was examined through the use of focus groups. The group was asked to analyze and comment on the curriculum, as to the age-appropriateness, the “appeal,” and to suggest improvements or revisions. The qualitative data that was gathered was analyzed using NVivo. Results showed a strong opposition to this type of program being brought into the school setting. As the focus group sessions continued however, the curriculum was adapted based on the participants’ comments and suggestions. In the end, the curriculum was accepted by the participants as a program that would be welcomed in schools. Conclusions were that when the proposed curriculum was modified according to the focus group participants’ comments and suggestions; particularly concerning TEKS objectives, the curriculum became more acceptable and a viable opportunity for the school districts.Item Expanding Library iPad Instruction: Developing and Analyzing a Mobile Technology Curriculum for First Year Clinical Students(2012-10-15) Whitehead, MicheleThe purpose of this study was to review student perceptions and the curriculum plan developed to meet the needs of first year clinical students required to purchase an iPad as part of the campus technology bundle for the 2012-2013 academic year. Under the instruction purview of the library, two areas of focus were determined in collaboration with the university’s IT department: Research and Point-of-Care Tools. A course was developed to guide users to iPad specific resources, increase proficiency with these tools, and enhance the students’ knowledge of research methodology. In order to create an effective program, a review of the current literature concerning mobile instructional technology and trends in academic medical libraries was employed. Statistics regarding user experience, training effectiveness, and preliminary mobile usage data were collected and analyzed to determine the impact of the implementation of the mobile device curriculum.Item FACTORS AFFECTING RURAL STUDENTS' APPLICATION AND ADMISSION TO MEDICAL SCHOOL(2013-04-12) Cummings, DavidPurpose: To identify factors that influence the medical education of rural undergraduates and increase the number of graduates that practice in rural communities. Objectives 1.Develop a valid survey tool to evaluate and measure the barriers of rural students that affect their decision to apply and gain admission to medical school. 2.To examine the barrier and support factors associated with the medical school application process that affects premed undergraduate rural students. 3.To examine the barrier and support factors associated with the medical school admissions process and outcome that affects applicants to TCOM. Methods: The research design for this study is primarily observational. Descriptive statistics were generated using SPSS© version 19 and crosstabs were used for comparisons. Hypothesis testing was performed on relevant comparisons. Non-Parametric analysis methods including Chi Squared and the Mann-Whitney Rank Sum Test were performed to test for significance among comparisons. A significant alpha level of .05 will be used for all significance tests. Results: For rural students, the level of positive influence from "other relatives" was statistically significant (p value= .018). Rural status may also be associated with the perceived level of helpful advice given to the students by selected persons. Rural students did show more helpful feedback was provided to them by their premedical/prehealth advisor than non-rural counterparts.The association was not significant at the .05 level (p value=.089). For rural students, the top three obstacles include prerequisite courses, MCAT preparation, and MCAT score. Non rural students share the same three top choices, except healthcare experience and prerequisite classes tied for third largest obstacle. MCAT score accounted for the largest difference between the groups but was not statistically significant (p value=.75). Conclusions: Factors exist that can impair or assist undergraduates in achieving their goals of applying to medical school or being accepted into a medical program. Rural students may experience these factors differently than their non-rural counterparts. Determining which persons and which programs are most helpful is a necessity. A small sample size and a lack of diversity within our pre-test sample make it difficult to generalize our findings to the target population. A pilot study with a sufficient number of diverse respondents must be conducted to evaluate the contributing factors accurately.Item FINDINGS FROM A THREE YEAR REVIEW OF MEDICAL STUDENT ATTITUDES TOWARD A GERIATRIC TRAINING PROGRAM AND AN EARLY PRACTICE MODEL IN THE CARE OF OLDER ADULTS(2014-03) Lane, Yolanda; Smith, Raina; Knebl, Janice; Marquez-Hall, Sandra; Eshon, ConstanceThis research study identified and evaluated the attitudes and confidence level of medical students’ knowledge, skills, and perceptions related to the health care of older adults. A survey was administered as a pre-test during first year orientation and then as a post-test after student exposure to a total of 163 hours of geriatric curriculum in Y1 and Y2. Information gained from this research could improve the development and delivery of medical education curriculum related to provision and care of older adults. Purpose (a): Between 2005 and 2030, the number of adults in the US aged 65 and older will almost double from 12% to almost 20% of the population, with those who are 80 and over, “the oldest old” expected to nearly double from 11 million to 20 million. This group, along with changes in the US Health Care System, will place increased demand on the patchwork of health care services due to the epidemic of chronic disease such as dementing disorders, arthritic conditions, diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. The Reynolds Geriatric Education & Training in Texas (GET-IT) Program sought to better address the medical needs of the growing geriatric population. The two objectives of the study were: 1) Increase the content of geriatric education in the medical education curriculum; a total of 163 hours of geriatric education were added to Y1 and Y2; and, 2) Identify and evaluate the attitudes of student perceptions related to the health care of older adults in response to the geriatric curricular content. Methods (b): The study used a 52 item questionnaire Aging and Healthcare Survey Medical Students Perceptions that contains a 5-point Likert Scale for measurement. Surveys were administered twice over a three year period (2009-2011); once at orientation as a pre-test and again as a post-test at the end of Y2 after medical students were exposed to geriatric curriculum and the SAGE Program. A selected sample of surveys (n=95) were used for this review. Results (c): Only responses that contained significance at p ≤ 0.005 related to changes in student perceptions of aging and healthcare between Y1 and Y2 of medical school were included in this report. Selected Survey Items from Aging & Healthcare Study. 5= Strongly Agree; 4= Agree; 3= Neutral; 2= Disagree; 1= Strongly Disagree. Year 1 Mean. Year 2 Mean. P-value. Q14 There is not enough course content on the evaluation and care of older adults. 4.44. 2.70. < .001. Q21 I am comfortable talking with an older patient about their death. 4.20. 3.59. < .001. Q23 Physicians need to learn special skills to care for older patients. 4.23. 3.75. < .001. Q30 Learning about how to care for older patients should be a priority for people in Medicine. 2.53. 3.40. < .001. Q31 I know a lot about growing older. 2.12. 3.06. < .001. Q38 I would prefer not to provide medical care to older adults. 3.37. 2.52. < .001. Q29 Physicians need to understand issues of quality of life for an older adult. 3.03. 4.05. 0.002. Q16 As people become older, most become depressed. 3.19. 2.75. 0.004. Conclusions (d): Our findings showed some mixed results. Exposure to the geriatric curriculum had a positive impact on student’s awareness, understanding, and treating of older adults including psycho-social awareness. Students reported more confidence in and an appreciation of the need for communication with older adults in the areas medical history and quality of life issues but less confidence with older adults in areas of palliative care and end of life issues. The data obtained from the survey supports the integrative model of geriatrics curricula into undergraduate medical education.
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