A practical exploration of innovative approaches to learner orientation

1. A practical exploration of innovative approaches to learner orientation Brock Chisholm Dr. Barb Zelek Northern Constellations Jan 19, 2013

2. Conflict Disclosure Information: Presenter: Brock Chisholm and Dr. Barb Zelek Title of Presentation: A practical exploration of innovative approaches to learner-orientation. We have no financial or personal relationships to disclose.

3. Your first task…. • Karibu KIPINDI YETU.Tunatarajia kufurahia, na kujifunza Mikakati baadhi nzuri ya inrikta wanafunzi wako!

4. Objectives • 1. Review of adult learning styles. • 2. Gain an understanding of the role and importance of a successful learner orientation. • 3. Discover practical approaches to innovative learner orientation that can be adapted and developed for use in any facility using adult learning principles.

5. Agenda • 1. Background • translation challenge - discussion – 5 minutes • Adult learning styles – video and discussion – 15 minutes • 2. How To Orient Learners • Determining Content – task and discussion – 15 minutes • Strategies / Models • Pre-arrival – 5 minutes • On Arrival – 10 minutes • Self-directed on–site - Scavenger hunt – 15 minutes • When and how - task and discussion -10 minutes • Evaluation/confirmation of learning – task and discussion - 10 minutes • 3. Wrap up/Evaluation of Workshop – 5 minutes

6. Principles of Adult Learning • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cu_PpkqWJGA&feature=related • Malcolm Knowles 6 characteristics

7. Adult Learning Principles • Autonomy • Life Experience • Goal Oriented • Relevant • Practical • Respect

8. Adult Learning – why? • Benefits reported from adult learning approach : • Clearly defined structure aids in reducing anxiety. • Active involvement results in more effective learning of initial information. • Self-direction enables feelings of mastery and competence. • Models the approach to self-directed clinical practice. (Rauch)

9. Orientation = Adult Learning

10. Adult Learning – How? Rauch– orientation strategy based on adult learning principles 5 assumptions • 1. Orientation is a process that takes place over time. • 2. Students are adults capable of self-directed learning. • 3. Instructor’s role is to enable learning. • 4. Active learning better than passive learning. • 5. Written objectives guide learning and facilitate evaluation. (Rauch)

11. Adult Learning – How? • Treating people as adults-an approach to teaching: • Respect-Mutual, establish immediately • Research-Today’s students are evidence-based, so must you be • Responsiveness-Assimilate their learning goals/styles with what they must learn • Reciprocity-Communication is the key (Brookfield, 1999)

12. Adult Learning = Limitless Opportunities for Orientation

13. How To Orient Learners Orientation topic defined, and principles of adult learning applied to each topic. 1. Define the content of the orientation: what the student will learn and know about the topic. 2. Determine the orientation strategy/model. - self-instructional requiring independent planning and problem- solving. 3. Confirm the learning/Evaluation- Did the student learn the required the content of the orientation. (Rauch)

14. Orientation Content – What and Why • In small groups, spend 5 minutes developing a list of what needs to be covered in an orientation • Use the checklist, and just complete the first 2 columns • What • Why • Must know (for safety and security) • Need to know (to be effective) • Nice to know (to be comfortable)

15. Orientation Content - example • Refer to handout Appendix 2

16. Orientation Delivery – When • Pre-arrival • On arrival • Ongoing

17. Orientation Delivery Models - Prearrival • Email/letter • Online – webpage link • http://mfht.org/?page_id=46 • http://mfht.org/?page_id=48 • Learner program to provide relevant learner information

18. Dear Learner(name) • Thank you for requesting your placement at the Lake of the Woods District Hospital Rehabilitation Department. The physiotherapy staff and I look forward to providing you with a positive and enjoyable learning experience. • Following are some answers to frequently asked questions regarding placement in our facility: • Hours of operation – The Rehab department is open 8-4, with a one hour lunch break from 12-1, Monday to Friday excluding stat holidays. • First Day – Report to Rehab department, which is on the main floor of the hospital at 8:00 a.m., at which time you will be given an orientation to the facility and your specific placement. • Parking – If you are driving your own vehicle, you will be provided with a parking pass for a refundable $10.00 deposit, which will allow you to park for the duration of your placement in the VISITOR parking lot for free. • Accommodation – If you have not already arranged for your accommodations, please contact your clinical co-ordinator to ensure that you have been allocated an apartment, through NOSM. These apartments are within a 30 second walk of the hospital, and are fully equipped with all amenities. • Dress Code – Maroon pants with maroon vests, and pink shirts are required. • Books – The Rehabilitation Department is fairly well supplied with resource materials for all patient care areas. As well, a PC is available for student use, with internet access. Please be aware that Hotmail is not accessible through our hospital due to Virus concerns. • Community events – Kenora is situatated on beautiful Lake of the Woods, which offers an abundance of seasonal recreational opportunities, in addition to having a diverse and enjoyable cultural milieu. For more information go to either www.mykenora.com and click on community profiles. • Flu Shots – Flu shots are not mandatory, but in the event that a flu outbreak occurs and an order is received from the health unit, only immunized staff will be allowed. This could put your placement at risk if you are not immunized. • P.S. Just kidding about the dress code, you can wear any professional dress clothes, as long as there are no blue jeans or T-shirts with printed messages. Please avoid dangling jewelry, no strong perfumes or scents. Footwear policy is enforced, and must have closed non-permeable toe (ie leather upper; mesh runners not allowed) for your own safety in the event of a spill or dropped sharp. • Should you have any further questions, comments or concerns, please call me at 807-468-9861 ext 214, or email me at mailto:bchisholm@lwdh.on.ca. • Thank you, • Brock Chisholm, B.Sc.-P.T., Manager of Rehabilitation, LWDH

19. Orientation Delivery Models – prearrival learner information • Refer to handout Appendix 3

20. Orientation Delivery Models – Social Media (pre or on arrival) • Twitter – orientation hashtag • Facebook • Texting • Apps • Blogs • Orientation video link

21. More Orientation Delivery Model – on arrival • Hard copy/binder • One on one with preceptor • One on one with support staff • Other examples of self directed orientation strategies

22. Orientation Delivery Model – on arrival • Block out time on first day • Self-directed on–site Scavenger hunt can be effective time saver

23. Lets put our heads together…

24. Learner Orientation – When and How • In small groups, spend 5 minutes adding to your list of what needs to be covered in an orientation • Use the checklist, and just complete the 3rd and 4th columns • When • Prearrival • On arrival • ongoing • How

25. Orientation Evaluation and Confirmation • In small groups, spend 5 minutes adding to your list of what needs to be covered in an orientation • Use the checklist, and just complete the 5th column • How the learning is confirmed

26. Memorandum of Understanding • Include need to know stuff • Quiz http://www.stjoes.ca/media/LearnerOrientQuiz.pdf • Signed MOU

27. Further learning • Links to education sites • http://www.preceptor.ca • http://www.practiceeducation.ca/

28. Summary • Reviewed adult learning principles • Need to know vs. good to know content for learner orientation • Various models for delivering content both before and on arrival of learner • Confirmation of learner understanding of content

29. Next Steps – Imparting Your Knowledge…

30. Questions • Brock Chisholm • bchisholm@nosm.ca • Barb Zelek • bzelek@mfht.org