Contributor
Carol McCoy, PhD
MLS Ed 5
Education
Medical Laboratory Scientist
I. Instructor
A. Describe the characteristics of an effective instructor (Level 1)
B. List the qualities of an effective instructor (Level 1)
II. Education principles
A. Differentiate between androgogy and pedagogy (Level 2)
B. Describe adult learning theories (Level 1)
C. Define basic educational terms (Level 1)
1. Competency and proficiency
2. Behavioral objectives
3. Curriculum as it applies to medical laboratory science programs
4. Articulation as it applies to medical laboratory science programs
5. Continuing education (CE)
6. Assessment and evaluation
D. Compare and contrast the following and give an example of each (Level 2)
1. Accreditation
2. Certification
3. Licensure
4. Registration
E. Identify and compare the three domains of learning (Level 2)
1. Cognitive
2. Psychomotor
3. Affective
F. Summarize the content of the three modified/condensed taxonomy levels for the cognitive domain (Level 1)
G. State the purposes and uses of behavioral objectives (Level 1)
H. List the components of a well-written behavioral objective (Level 1)
I. Give an example of an objective, identify the domain, and if in the cognitive domain, identify the correct taxonomic level (Level 2)
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J. Given an example of a learning activity and the educational level of the learner, construct objectives in the appropriate domain and at the appropriate taxonomic level (Level 3)
K. Define and compare and contrast the use of the following category of evaluation instrument (Level 2)
1. Criterion referenced
2. Norm referenced
L. Summarize the positive and negative aspects of evaluation tools that are used for each domain (Level 1)
M. Given an example of a behavioral objective, construct an appropriate test item or evaluation instrument (Level 3)
N. Analyze multiple choice questions to evaluate whether each item follows established guidelines and correct those that do not follow the guidelines (Level 3)
O. Construct multiple choice questions demonstrating a variety of taxonomic levels (Level 2)
P. When given examples, correlate various behavioral objectives (Level 2)
Q. Compare active and passive instructional methods, i.e., learner centered vs. student centered such as: (Level 2)
1. Lecture
2. Discussion/tutorial
3. Demonstration
4. Simulation/role playing/practice
5. Individualized/self instruction/computer instructional unit
6. Problem-based learning
7. Cooperative learning
III. Clinical education
A. Identify at least three elements necessary to create an effective environment for clinical education (Level 1)
B. Discuss the relationship of clinical methods as related to theoretical knowledge (Level 1)
C. State the legal requirement regarding storage of student records (Level 1)
D. Identify at least three components of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as they relate to clinical education (Level 1)
E. Summarize the rights of students in relation to their records, e.g., Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (Level 1)
F. Prepare and present in-service programs for patients and healthcare teams (Level 3)
G. Prepare and present teaching units for healthcare students, including colleagues (Level 3)
H. Using competency checklists, provide training for employees functioning in similar roles (Level 2)
I. Explain the various educational roles described by related accreditation agencies (state, facility (CAP, JCAHO, AQAD), educational (NAACLS)) (Level 2)
IV. Learning environment
A. Briefly summarize the use of instructional technology to enhance and engage the student (Level 1)
1. Audio-visual programs
2. Computer assisted programs (self-study that delivers CE)
3. Distance learning methods
4. Blended/hybrid methods
5. Synchronous vs. asynchronous design
6. On-line instruction
7. Simulation models
B. Determine best level and appropriate method of delivery (Level 2)
V. Professionalism: Performance standards, roles, philosophy, and ethics
A. Explain the importance of professionalism (Level 2)
B. Exemplify concepts and practice of professional standards (Level 3)
C. Discuss and apply confidentiality and legal requirements (Level 2)
D. Implement ethical and professional standards (Level 3)
E. Explain and promote professionalism and professional development impact on laboratory operations (Level 2)
F. Explain impact of professionalism on profession and healthcare delivery (Level 2)
VI. Outcomes and assessment
A. Develop mission statements and learning outcome goals (Level 2)
B. Using the mission statement and learning outcome goals, develop an overall assessment plan, including periodic plan reassessment (Level 2)
C. Using the assessment plan, develop a means of analysis (Level 2)
D. Based on the results of the analysis, evaluate and implement corrective actions (Level 3)
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