Program Evaluation of Outcomes Based Orthotic and Prosthetic Education
Abstract
Major Accomplishments for Year 2: Trained 33 new Prosthetic graduates and 16 new Orthotic graduates (total 49), thus achieving full capacity in expanded O&P education program. Recruited Mark Muller, CPO, as Prosthetics and Orthotics Instructor; writing of new Biomechanics and Gait curricula and syllabi; implementation of online learning strategies through the use of Blackboard online learning platform for all lecture materials, quizzes, and term tests; purchase of expendable supplies for laboratories; Achieved full NCOPE and CAAHEP Accreditation through 2009 for Orthotics and Prosthetics Programs. Outcome Tools developed in Year 2: development of comprehensive list of program assessment criteria across cognitive, psychomotor, and afferent learning categories; creation of new rubric for Professional behavior in patient interactions; development/revision of checkout criteria for all Orthotic and Prosthetic patient fittings; development of Practical (summative) Exams for each clinical course; transition of all grading to online Blackboard platform; implemented group focus meetings for respective classes to provide criticism of ongoing teaching and learning; implementation of end of semester Student Survey to provide feedback on quality of teaching content.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 2007
- Accession Number
- ADA612173
Entities
People
- Scott Hornbeak
Organizations
- California State University, Dominguez Hills