Approaches toward learning in physiotherapy

dc.contributor.authorKeiller, L.en_ZA
dc.contributor.authorLouw, A.en_ZA
dc.date.accessioned2014-07-07T12:13:55Z
dc.date.available2014-07-07T12:13:55Z
dc.date.issued2013-11-11
dc.descriptionCITATION: Keiller, L. & Louw, A. 2013. Approaches toward learning in physiotherapy. South African Journal of Physiotherapy, 69(1):36–40, doi: 10.4102/sajp.v69i1.370.
dc.descriptionThe original publication is available at http://www.sajp.co.za
dc.description.abstractThe aim of this study was to investigate the approaches toward learning of undergraduate Physiotherapy students in a PBl module to enhance facilitation of learning at the Stellenbosch University, Division of Physiotherapy in South Africa. This quantitative, descriptive study utilized the revised Two-factor Study Process Questionnaire (r-SPQ-2f) to evaluate the study cohorts’ approaches toward learning in the module. results of the data instruments were analysed statistically and discussed in a descriptive manner. There were a statistically significant greater number of students who adopted a deep approach toward learning at the commencement of the academic year. Students showed a trend toward an increase in their intrinsic interest in the learning material as the module progressed. Students in the Applied Physiotherapy module (ATP) started to shift their focus from a surface learning approach to a deep learning approach. further research is needed to determine the long-term changes in approach toward learning and the possible determinants of these changes. This can be done in conjunction with the implementation of quality assurance mechanisms for learning material and earlier preparation of students for the change in the learning environment.
dc.description.urihttp://www.sajp.co.za/index.php/sajp/article/view/370
dc.description.versionPublisher's version
dc.format.extent5 pages
dc.identifier.citationKeiller, L. & Louw, A. 2013. Approaches toward learning in physiotherapy. South African Journal of Physiotherapy, 69(1):36–40, doi: 10.4102/sajp.v69i1.370.
dc.identifier.issn2410-8219 (online)
dc.identifier.issn0379-6175 (print)
dc.identifier.otherdoi: 10.4102/sajp.v69i1.370
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/92410
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherAOSIS Publishing
dc.rights.holderAuthors retain copyright
dc.subjectPhysical therapy -- Study and teachingen_ZA
dc.titleApproaches toward learning in physiotherapyen_ZA
dc.typeArticle
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