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Developing and Evaluating Animal Welfare Case Studies for Veterinary Students.

IF 1.1 3区农林科学

Journal of veterinary medical education Pub Date : 2025-03-07 DOI: 10.3138/jvme-2024-0131

Lucía Améndola, Monique Pairis-Garcia, Suzanne Millman, Kathryn L Proudfoot

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Comparison of Student Satisfaction and Ease of Grading When Completing Cases Using Basic or Enhanced Case Study Formats. 使用基本或增强型案例研究格式完成案例时，学生满意度和评分难易程度的比较。

IF 1.1 3区农林科学

Journal of veterinary medical education Pub Date : 2025-03-05 DOI: 10.3138/jvme-2024-0177

Margaret V Root Kustritz, James Ondrey

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Veterinary School Instructor Knowledge of Learning Strategies.

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Journal of veterinary medical education Pub Date : 2025-02-24 DOI: 10.3138/jvme-2024-0118

Rebecca M Osborn, Michael J Cruz Penn, Matthew G Rhodes

{"title":"Veterinary School Instructor Knowledge of Learning Strategies.","authors":"Rebecca M Osborn, Michael J Cruz Penn, Matthew G Rhodes","doi":"10.3138/jvme-2024-0118","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3138/jvme-2024-0118","url":null,"abstract":"Over a century of research has documented evidence-based approaches to learning practices that support robust, long-lasting learning. Recent work has queried whether individuals are aware of and implement such best practices in learning, predominantly focusing on self-reports of undergraduate students. Few studies have investigated instructor knowledge of evidence-based learning practices and no prior study has comprehensively surveyed knowledge of evidence-based learning practices among veterinary instructors. In the present study, we surveyed veterinary instructors' (N = 355) knowledge of evidence-based learning practices and also asked them to rate the value of strategies described in six learning scenarios. Instructors endorsed a number of evidence-based learning practices (e.g., spacing, creating diagrams, self-testing) but also endorsed other learning practices and principles with little or no support (e.g., learning styles). Further analyses indicated that the number of evidence-based learning practices endorsed was unrelated to the ranking or acceptance rate of the veterinary program. Results from the evaluation of learning scenarios indicated that instructors favored the evidence-based learning practice in less than half of the scenarios. Thus, instructors endorsed a mix of learning strategies with substantial empirical support and others with far less support. Based on these findings, we propose five priority areas for professional education of veterinary instructors that include strategic development of generative activities, spaced practice, sensitivity to cognitive capacity of learners, and effective self-regulated learning.","PeriodicalId":17575,"journal":{"name":"Journal of veterinary medical education","volume":" ","pages":"e20240118"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143483573","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Implementation of an Elective Micro-credentialling "Badging" Program in a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program.

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Journal of veterinary medical education Pub Date : 2025-02-20 DOI: 10.3138/jvme-2024-0113

Stacy L Anderson, Lynda M J Miller, Lauren Jolly, Julie A Hunt

{"title":"Implementation of an Elective Micro-credentialling \"Badging\" Program in a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program.","authors":"Stacy L Anderson, Lynda M J Miller, Lauren Jolly, Julie A Hunt","doi":"10.3138/jvme-2024-0113","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3138/jvme-2024-0113","url":null,"abstract":"Badging or micro-credentialing programs have been used in higher education to allow students to pursue additional skills training helpful to their intended career path. These programs, overseen by faculty members and tracked using digital certification software, create an incorruptible ledger of student learning and achievement that can be shared with potential employers and providers of advanced training at the student's discretion. This teaching tip describes the implementation of a voluntary badging program for students at one veterinary college, including faculty member and student engagement in the badging program during its first year of implementation. During that year, five faculty members created seven unique badges, each with three levels of achievement (bronze, silver, and gold). During the first year, 10 badges were awarded to 8 students, and numerous other students were in the process of completing badge requirements. Students reported participating in the program to gain more skill in an area of interest and because they thought the program would be beneficial in getting a job or into an advanced training program. The majority of students participating during the program's first year reported planning to continue working on badges in the next year. An additional cohort of students who did not participate in the first year also expressed interest in starting to work on badges. The badging program allowed students to document their progress in learning skills of interest. The college intends to develop additional badges in areas of high student interest and continue research into stakeholders' opinions of the badges received.","PeriodicalId":17575,"journal":{"name":"Journal of veterinary medical education","volume":" ","pages":"e20240113"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143458648","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Validity Evidence for a Bovine Uterine Prolapse Reduction Model and Rubric for Use in Teaching and Low-Stakes Assessment of Veterinary Students.

IF 1.1 3区农林科学

Journal of veterinary medical education Pub Date : 2025-02-20 DOI: 10.3138/jvme-2024-0139

Lynda M J Miller, Clare M Scully, Victoria Morris, Hannah Bonnema, Natalie Trantham, Julie A Hunt

{"title":"Validity Evidence for a Bovine Uterine Prolapse Reduction Model and Rubric for Use in Teaching and Low-Stakes Assessment of Veterinary Students.","authors":"Lynda M J Miller, Clare M Scully, Victoria Morris, Hannah Bonnema, Natalie Trantham, Julie A Hunt","doi":"10.3138/jvme-2024-0139","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3138/jvme-2024-0139","url":null,"abstract":"Bovine uterine prolapse is a common but emergent condition typically arising in the time surrounding calving. Without treatment, it can result in tissue trauma, infection, hemorrhage, and death. Teaching veterinary students to perform uterine prolapse reduction has historically been dependent upon adequate clinical caseload requiring the procedure. This study sought to develop and collect validation evidence for a silicone bovine uterine prolapse reduction model and associated scoring rubric to enable procedural practice without the presentation of live animals requiring the procedure. This study utilized a validation framework consisting of content evidence (expert opinion), internal structure evidence (reliability of scores produced by the rubric), and relationship with other variables evidence (level of training, novice-to-expert comparison). Veterinary students (n = 37, novices) and veterinarians (n = 11, experts) performed the procedure on the model while being video recorded. All participants then completed a survey about the model. Veterinarians' survey results indicated that the model adequately represented the task and was suitable for teaching and assessing veterinary students' skill in the procedure (content evidence). Scores produced by the rubric had a marginal Cronbach's alpha (.607), suggesting that the rubric may be adequate for low-stakes assessment but would require additional items or modification in order to improve reliability and be suitable for high-stakes assessment (internal structure evidence). Finally, experts achieved higher total rubric scores than novices did (relationship with other variables evidence). This study demonstrated content evidence and relationship with other variables evidence for the bovine uterine prolapse model, indicating its usefulness for teaching this important clinical skill.","PeriodicalId":17575,"journal":{"name":"Journal of veterinary medical education","volume":" ","pages":"e20240139"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143458550","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Quantitative and Qualitative Evaluation of a Drawing Game Designed to Develop Visual Observational Skills in Veterinary Students Learning Cytology.

IF 1.1 3区农林科学

Journal of veterinary medical education Pub Date : 2025-02-14 DOI: 10.3138/jvme-2024-0127

Amber Allain, Melissa D Meachem, Ryan M Dickinson, Nicole J Fernandez

{"title":"Quantitative and Qualitative Evaluation of a Drawing Game Designed to Develop Visual Observational Skills in Veterinary Students Learning Cytology.","authors":"Amber Allain, Melissa D Meachem, Ryan M Dickinson, Nicole J Fernandez","doi":"10.3138/jvme-2024-0127","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3138/jvme-2024-0127","url":null,"abstract":"Many areas of veterinary medicine demand accurate, unbiased observation, including diagnostic microscopy. Fine arts-based training and drawing exercises have been used to develop medical and veterinary students' visual observational skills and improve learning retention. In this study, we created a drawing game in which students took turns describing a microscopic image for their partner to draw, with the aim of developing visual and descriptive skills in veterinary students learning cytology. The study used a pre-/midpoint-/post-test design, with students completing two rounds of drawing, then swapping roles between \"describer\" and \"drawer\" for two more rounds. Tests were evaluated qualitatively using content analysis and scored using an expert rubric. Scores were compared between pre- and post-tests to evaluate the effect of the game on diagnostic accuracy, and between pre- and midpoint-tests of describers versus drawers to evaluate the effect of the role. Qualitative observations were recorded about the classroom environment and drawings. Students also completed a questionnaire about the experience that included Likert scale and free-text questions. There was no significant difference between pre- and post-tests or between roles, but questionnaire responses indicated that students enjoyed the game and found subjective benefit, including a perceived increase in understanding the importance of observational and descriptive skills. Student descriptions highlighted weaknesses in identifying cytoplasmic and nuclear features, which may indicate areas to target in cytology education. Overall, our results indicate that the drawing game provided qualitative benefits and promoted student engagement, and it could be adapted for use in other visual subjects, such as radiology or gross pathology.","PeriodicalId":17575,"journal":{"name":"Journal of veterinary medical education","volume":" ","pages":"e20240127"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143414564","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Shelter Medicine Programs Support Multiple AAVMC Competency Domains: A Survey of Shelter Medicine Programming at AVMA-Accredited Colleges.

IF 1.1 3区农林科学

Journal of veterinary medical education Pub Date : 2025-02-14 DOI: 10.3138/jvme-2024-0105

Aimee M Dalrymple, Lena G DeTar, Jennifer Weisent, Rachael E Kreisler

{"title":"Shelter Medicine Programs Support Multiple AAVMC Competency Domains: A Survey of Shelter Medicine Programming at AVMA-Accredited Colleges.","authors":"Aimee M Dalrymple, Lena G DeTar, Jennifer Weisent, Rachael E Kreisler","doi":"10.3138/jvme-2024-0105","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3138/jvme-2024-0105","url":null,"abstract":"Shelter medicine is a veterinary specialty that intersects with primary care, community practice, and animal welfare. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the availability of formal (for-credit) education in shelter medicine at American Veterinary Medical Association-accredited colleges of veterinary medicine (CVMs). A 24-question survey, available from July to September 2023, was distributed to targeted faculty members at each CVM. A total of 43 of 54 colleges responded (80%). Formal education in shelter medicine was offered by 38 (88%) institutions. The median shelter medicine program starting year was 2012 (interquartile range [IQR] 2007-2017) and program duration was a median of 12 years (IQR 6-16). The median number of Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges competency domains addressed through shelter medicine program instruction in colleges with formal shelter medicine education was 7/9 (IQR 4-8); the mode was 9/9. Responding institutions employed 118 shelter medicine faculty and instructors with a median of two shelter medicine faculty members (IQR 2-4) employed per college. In total, 30 instructors were adjuncts (25%), and only 6 of 118 (5%) were tenured. Nine of the 43 CVMs (21%) indicated that the shelter medicine program had been discontinued at some point. Lack of faculty (5/9; 56%) was the most commonly stated reason, followed by lack of a relationship with a shelter (4/9; 44%). Program instability may also be related to factors unique to shelter medicine programs, including increased faculty effort required to secure and maintain funding and community partnerships, competing demands of funders and program stakeholders, and a low proportion of tenured, boarded and permanent faculty.","PeriodicalId":17575,"journal":{"name":"Journal of veterinary medical education","volume":" ","pages":"e20240105"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143414595","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Plastinated Prosections and Nomenclature Charts Are Valuable Supplementary Learning Resources for Veterinary Anatomy Students in Dissection Classes and for Self-Study.

IF 1.1 3区农林科学

Journal of veterinary medical education Pub Date : 2025-02-14 DOI: 10.3138/jvme-2024-0117

Linda H Godager, Sara M Sudmann, Hilde Vinje, Runa Rørtveit

{"title":"Plastinated Prosections and Nomenclature Charts Are Valuable Supplementary Learning Resources for Veterinary Anatomy Students in Dissection Classes and for Self-Study.","authors":"Linda H Godager, Sara M Sudmann, Hilde Vinje, Runa Rørtveit","doi":"10.3138/jvme-2024-0117","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3138/jvme-2024-0117","url":null,"abstract":"Anatomy is a central pillar of veterinary education, and it is an ongoing goal to optimize teaching methods so that students are well-prepared for their future practice. In the present study, we investigated whether plastinated prosections could serve as valuable supplementary learning tools during organized dissection courses and for self-studies. To enable independent student use, we also created nomenclature charts describing the anatomical structures on the prosections. Our study involved 89 veterinary students in their third semester of veterinary education, studying organ-based anatomy. The teaching intervention took place during four dissection classes, where all students dissected formalin-fixed dog cadavers, and where half of the students had access to additional in-house plastinated prosections with associated nomenclature charts, while the remaining students did not. After each dissection class, the students were given an immediate knowledge test and were asked about their perceived learning benefits. Subsequently, the plastinated prosections and nomenclature charts were available for all students for self-study for exam preparation, in addition to digital access to the nomenclature charts. Our results showed that the students frequently used the learning supplements and expressed high satisfaction with the plastinated prosections and the nomenclature charts but did not perform significantly better on the knowledge tests. A postexam survey revealed that the plastinated prosections and nomenclature charts were among the top three most frequently used learning resources for the exam. In conclusion, plastinated prosections and associated nomenclature charts are valuable learning supplements in veterinary anatomy education, both during organized dissection courses and for self-studies.","PeriodicalId":17575,"journal":{"name":"Journal of veterinary medical education","volume":" ","pages":"e20240117"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143414563","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Enhancing Veterinary Education Through a Novel Animal Welfare and Behavior Course at a New Veterinary University.

IF 1.1 3区农林科学

Journal of veterinary medical education Pub Date : 2025-02-14 DOI: 10.3138/jvme-2024-0108

Elena T Contreras, Raphael Vanderstichel

{"title":"Enhancing Veterinary Education Through a Novel Animal Welfare and Behavior Course at a New Veterinary University.","authors":"Elena T Contreras, Raphael Vanderstichel","doi":"10.3138/jvme-2024-0108","DOIUrl":"10.3138/jvme-2024-0108","url":null,"abstract":"Proficiency in animal welfare is among the core competencies of graduating veterinary students. With growing societal concern surrounding welfare topics, it is imperative that veterinarians are knowledgeable advocates for animals' welfare. However, animal welfare has not been consistently integrated into veterinary school curricula; some studies suggest that existing courses may not have achieved their intended outcomes. This study aimed to evaluate incoming veterinary students' perceptions regarding animal welfare before and after completing a newly developed first-semester course in animal welfare and behavior. Perceptions were assessed through an anonymous, voluntary questionnaire containing 40 individual statements gauging students' concern for animal welfare. A \"total welfare concern\" (TWC) score, indicative of predilection toward animal welfare, was calculated for each student based on responses collected before (PRE), after (POST), and 2.5 years after (LAST) course completion. A total of 105 students completed the PRE questionnaire, 81 completed the POST, and 59 completed the LAST. The Wilcoxon signed rank test for matched pairs was used to compare median TWC scores between matched PRE, POST, and LAST data points. Results showed that the median TWC score increased from PRE to POST (n = 69, p < .001) and from PRE to LAST (n = 32; p < .001), with no significant difference between POST and LAST (n = 32; p = .64). These findings suggest that students' attitudes toward animal welfare and empathy toward animals increased after the course and remained elevated throughout their education. This novel first-semester course appears to have provided students with a foundation and evaluative framework for continued attentiveness to animal welfare.","PeriodicalId":17575,"journal":{"name":"Journal of veterinary medical education","volume":" ","pages":"e20240108"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143414562","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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First-Year Veterinary Student Perspectives from One Institution on Elements Contributing to Career Satisfaction: A Longitudinal Analysis from 2016 through 2023 Including Pre- and Post-COVID Comparisons.

IF 1.1 3区农林科学

Journal of veterinary medical education Pub Date : 2025-02-13 DOI: 10.3138/jvme-2024-0130

Rodney S Bagley, Amelia Mindthoff

{"title":"First-Year Veterinary Student Perspectives from One Institution on Elements Contributing to Career Satisfaction: A Longitudinal Analysis from 2016 through 2023 Including Pre- and Post-COVID Comparisons.","authors":"Rodney S Bagley, Amelia Mindthoff","doi":"10.3138/jvme-2024-0130","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3138/jvme-2024-0130","url":null,"abstract":"To determine individual student viewpoints on elements important for career satisfaction in our institution, we directly surveyed first-semester veterinary students and collated their responses. For this study, we asked first-year veterinary students in the initial (Fall) semester of their curriculum to identify elements of veterinary employment that they view as important to their career satisfaction in a veterinary job. Using a Qualtrics survey instrument of directed questioning, students rated designated future career elements from \"Not important\" to \"Very important\". Students were surveyed at the start of Fall of 2016 (Class of 2020) through Fall of 2023 (Class of 2027) and responses were compared between classes (years) to determine early-career veterinary student perspectives over time. The (null) hypothesis was that there would be no statistically significant change in the relative importance of these elements over the study period. This hypothesis was accepted for some items (no change in rating over time examples: \"Feeling pride in my work\", \"Being competent in my skills\", and \"A safe work environment\") and rejected for other items (change in rating over time examples: \"Salary\", \"Having my weekends free\", \"Having a four-day work week\", \"Flexible work hours\", and \"Adequate staffing\"). Comparative results suggest that relative ratings of importance have increased with elements such as salary, personal time-related activities, and staffing levels. These results, especially if representative of the global veterinary student population, may influence both formal and informal educational discussions relative to career success topics throughout the curriculum as these students are preparing to enter the veterinary profession.","PeriodicalId":17575,"journal":{"name":"Journal of veterinary medical education","volume":" ","pages":"e20240130"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143408368","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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