A practical exploration of
innovative approaches to
learner orientation
Brock Chisholm
Dr. Barb Zelek
Northern Constellations
Jan 19, 2013
Conflict Disclosure Information:
Presenter: Brock Chisholm and Dr. Barb Zelek
Title of Presentation:
A practical exploration of innovative approaches to learnerorientation.
We have no financial or personal relationships to disclose.
Your first task….
• Karibu KIPINDI
YETU.Tunatarajia
kufurahia, na kujifunza
Mikakati baadhi nzuri ya
inrikta wanafunzi wako!
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.
Agenda
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1. Background
– translation challenge - discussion – 5 minutes
– Adult learning styles – video and discussion – 15 minutes
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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
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3. Wrap up/Evaluation of Workshop – 5 minutes
Principles of Adult Learning
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=
Cu_PpkqWJGA&feature=related
• Malcolm Knowles 6 characteristics
Adult Learning Principles
• Autonomy
• Life
Experience
• Goal Oriented
• Relevant
• Practical
• Respect
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)
Orientation = Adult Learning
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)
Adult Learning – How?
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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)
Adult Learning =
Limitless Opportunities for Orientation
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/EvaluationDid the student learn the required the content
of the orientation.
(Rauch)
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)
Orientation Content - example
• Refer to handout Appendix 2
Orientation Delivery – When
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Pre-arrival
On arrival
Ongoing
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
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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
Orientation Delivery Models –
prearrival learner information
• Refer to handout Appendix 3
Orientation Delivery Models –
Social Media (pre or on arrival)
• Twitter – orientation
hashtag
• Facebook
• Texting
• Apps
• Blogs
• Orientation video
link
More Orientation Delivery Model –
on arrival
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Hard copy/binder
One on one with preceptor
One on one with support staff
Other examples of self directed
orientation strategies
Orientation Delivery Model – on
arrival
• Block out
time on first
day
• Self-directed
on–site
Scavenger
hunt can be
effective
time saver
Lets put our heads together…
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
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
Memorandum of Understanding
• Include need
to know stuff
• Quiz
http://www.stjoes
.ca/media/Learn
erOrientQuiz.pdf
• Signed MOU
Further learning
• Links to education sites
– http://www.preceptor.ca
– http://www.practiceeducation.ca/
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
Next Steps –
Imparting Your Knowledge…
Questions
• Brock Chisholm
– bchisholm@nosm.ca
• Barb Zelek
– bzelek@mfht.org