Conceptual development in physical therapy students /

Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	Graham, Cecilia Louise
Other Authors:	Cannelia, Gaile S. (degree committee member.), Clark, M. Carolyn (degree committee member.), Erlandson, David A. (degree committee member.)
Format:	Thesis Book
Language:	English
Published:	1994.
Subjects:	Concept learning > Case studies. Physical therapists > Training of > Case studies. Physical therapy > Study and teaching > Case studies. Major adult and extension education. Concept learning. Physical therapists > Training of. Physical therapy > Study and teaching. Academic theses. Case studies.
Online Access:	Link to OAKTrust copy ProQuest, Abstract

Description
Abstract:	The purpose of this study was to investigate processes used by physical therapy students in developing conceptual knowledge in physical therapy. Qualitative methods were used to collect data during a 15-week course entitled "Kinesiology for Physical Therapists." The sample was 10 firstyear physical therapy students enrolled in an entry-level master of physical therapy program. Data were collected using open-ended interviews, concept maps, observation, and journals kept by the students throughout the course. Results revealed several major themes, including use of dialogue, use of visualization, use of experience, and integration of anatomy and kinesiology. Additional findings included experience- and age-related differences in conceptual development and two patterns of conceptual development during the kinesiology course. A model of conceptual development was also presented that depicts conceptual learning as an active, evolving process. The results of this study provide support for use of the senses, dialogue, authentic contexts, whole-part-whole learning, and the cognitive apprenticeship model in physical therapy education.
Item Description:	"Major subject: Adult and Extension Education." Vita.
Physical Description:	vii, 112 leaves : illustrations ; 28 cm
Bibliography:	Includes bibliographical references.