This paper introduces a multimodal input system, called “speech pen” that assists digital writing during lectures or presentations with background speech and handwriting recognition. The instructor basically freely speaks to the audience and writes on an electronic whiteboard as usual. The system recognizes those speech and handwriting in the background and provides the instructor with predicti...

Historically, adventure-based research and models have inadequately described the role of the instructor in the process of student learning of transferable outcomes. The purpose of this case study was to investigate the influence of instructors from the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) on learning perceived to be transferable. Qualitative data indicated students perceive instructors to...

The objectives of this study are to explore the use of asynchronous discussion groups during medical students' clinical rotation in paediatrics. In particular, the impact of role assignment on the level of knowledge construction through social negotiation is studied. Case-based asynchronous discussion groups were introduced to enhance reflection and critical thinking on patient management and t...

BACKGROUND Clinical experience is an essential component of nursing education since it provides students with the opportunity to construct and develop clinical competencies. Instructor caring is a pivotal facilitator at the forefront of clinical education, playing a key and complex educating role in clinical sectors. For these reasons the aims of this study was to assess the validity and reliab...

Background: One of the most important managerial resources in the health system is the existence of efficient, competent and strong human resources in an organization. In this regard, it is essential to strengthen and educate the human resources and develop a curriculum that meets the needs of society. This study aimed to determine the educational needs of midwifery students. Materials and Met...

Introduction: In physical therapist (PT) education, the site coordinator of clinical education (SCCE) administers and manages placements for student experiences from side. Characteristics successful coordinators (SCCEs) have been established; minimal evidence informs identification individuals with those characteristics. One cannot assume that exemplary instructors (CIs) will become effective S...

This study sought to examine instructor immediacy and presence in an online learning environment in relation to student affective learning, cognition, and motivation. It found a statistically significant positive relationship between instructor immediacy and presence. It also found that the linear combination of instructor immediacy and presence is a statistically significant predictor of stude...

INTRODUCTION The importance of optimal clinical nursing education in professional skills development is undeniable. In clinical education, nursing students are often faced with problems. Recognizing nursing students' perception on clinical education is the first step to remove the barriers of this challenge. Methods This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the nursing s...