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An investigation into the wellbeing of optometry students

, 2022
AbstractIntroductionWellbeing is synonymous with positive mental health and impacts the efficacy of student learning. The wellbeing of optometry students is an understudied topic. The wellbeing of optometry students studying in a blended undergraduate course during the COVID-19 pandemic was also unknown.
Vorster A, Hamlett BM, Roux Jl, Blount J, Knoesen J, Coetzee LS.   +5 more
europepmc   +2 more sources

Optometry preceptors’ perceptions of clinical supervision at a South African university [PDF]

Health SA Gesondheid: Journal of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences
Background: Effective clinical teaching in tertiary institutions relies heavily on clinical preceptors who supervise undergraduate students. While many health science disciplines have explored clinical supervisors’ perceptions of their roles, limited ...
Zamadonda N. Xulu-Kasaba, Firdous B. Hoosen, Tina Mlanji, Naadira Moosa, Sthembile Ngcobo, Idani B. Nelwamondo, Olivia B. Baloyi   +6 more
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Factors influencing the decision of Nigerian optometry students to work in rural areas upon graduation: a cross-sectional survey [PDF]

BMC Medical Education
Background Access to eye care in rural Nigeria remains limited, as most optometrists work in urban areas. This study explores the factors influencing Nigerian optometry students’ decision to work in rural settings after graduation.
George Nnamdi Atuanya, Babatunde Ismail Bale, Emmanuel Ebuka Elebesunu, Alhaji Umar Sow   +3 more
doaj   +2 more sources

Comparative Performance Evaluation of Large Language Models and Human Teachers in Answering Optometry Questions from Medical Undergraduates [PDF]

Journal of Medical Education and Curricular Development
Purpose We aim to evaluate the performance of 5 large language models (LLMs) and human teachers in answering optometry-related questions raised by medical undergraduate students. Methods This prospective and comparative study collected 108 questions from
Zijing Huang, Tian Lin, Huini Lin, Yuanjin Zheng, Man Pan Chin, Hongxi Wang, Peigeng Xu, Haoyu Chen   +7 more
doaj   +2 more sources

Academic motivation and self-concept of undergraduate optometry students

Transformation in Higher Education
Academic motivation enables students to face challenges in their studies and is important for student performance. Academic self-concept refers to students’ perceptions of their competencies and ability to learn.
Shivani Naipal, Taitem Wagner, Asmaa Solwa, Noxolo Ngubane, Sabeehah Mogalia, Anovuyo Mapoli, Mfanufikile Shezi, Sithembile Biyase, Nishanee Rampersad   +8 more
doaj   +2 more sources

Self-esteem, optimism and their associated factors among Optometry students at the University of Lahore

Journal of University Medical & Dental College, 2022
BACKGROUND & OBJECTIVE: Self-esteem and optimism are important for students’ success. Our objectives were (a) to determine self-esteem and life-orientation (optimism) levels among Optometry students in the Department of Optometry & Vision Sciences at ...
Mudassar Ali Roomi, Ansa Farooq, Ahmad Bilal , Shagufta Khaliq , Hafsa Iqbal , Muhammad Imran Ashraf   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Assessment of knowledge, attitude, and practice of glaucoma among different cadres of optometrists

Indian Journal of Ophthalmology, 2022
Purpose: To assess the level of knowledge, attitude, and clinical practice of glaucoma among optometry students and optometry practitioners with different years of clinical experience and academic background.
Sowmya Saravanan, Kalpa Negiloni, Rashima Asokan   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Bedside teaching in optometry: A millennial view on an ancient teaching and learning method

African Vision and Eye Health, 2023
Background: Bedside teaching is a key component of a positive learning environment where non-technical skills and professional attributes can be taught.
Elzana Kempen, Mathys J. Labuschagne, Mpho P. Jama   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Impact of COVID-19 on Indian optometrists: A student, educator, and practitioner's perspective

Indian Journal of Ophthalmology, 2021
Purpose: The optometry profession has experienced massive changes amid lockdown in COVID 19 pandemic. This study gauges the impact of COVID-19 on optometry education and practices in India. Methods: The impact of COVID-19 among key stakeholders of Indian
Shivalika Sehgal, Lakshmi Shinde, Gopinath Madheswaran, Paula Mukherjee, Pavan Verkicharla, Soumya Easwaran, Kalika Bandamwar   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

The perceived value and impact of virtual simulation-based education on students’ learning: a mixed methods study

BMC Medical Education, 2022
Background Virtual simulations are used throughout healthcare training programs to enable development of clinical skills, however the potential for virtual simulation to enhance cognitive and affective skills is less well understood.
Amanda K. Edgar, Susie Macfarlane, Elissa J. Kiddell, James A. Armitage, Ryan J. Wood-Bradley   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source