Discipline of Family Medicine Purpose: Rural and remote family medicine (FM) faculty experience n... more Discipline of Family Medicine Purpose: Rural and remote family medicine (FM) faculty experience numerous barriers to participating in scholarly research activity such as lack of time, geographic and professional isolation, and limited access to professional development opportunities. In an effort to help address these barriers, the 6 for 6 Program, a scholarly research program for rural and remote family medicine faculty, has been established. The purpose of this program is to promote a foundation of research scholarship activity and a process for knowledge translation amongst rural and remote family medicine physicians. Methods: This is a mixed-methods multiphase project: I) identifying priority research skills for rural and remote faculty and an appropriate knowledge translation process; II) curriculum design, development and implementation; and III) program evaluation. Phase I consists of a systematic literature search, environmental scan, focus group, and key informant interview...
Rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) face greater barriers to research engagement than thei... more Rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) face greater barriers to research engagement than their urban colleagues and have access to fewer faculty development programs (FDPs) to foster their research skills. To identify and prioritize skills and services that RRFPs need to engage in research. Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John's used a needs assessment as the foundation for developing an FDP for RRFPs. The assessment comprised a systematic literature review and environmental scan, key informant interviews (n = 10), a focus group with RRFPs (n = 15), expert group meetings (n = 2), and needs assessment surveys (n = 19). The assessment identified barriers to RRFPs engaging in research, priority considerations for the development of a research FDP for RRFPs, and research areas to be included in the program curriculum. This information was used to inform phases 2 and 3 of program development, which are further discussed in a companion article.
To address barriers challenging the engagement of rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) in r... more To address barriers challenging the engagement of rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) in research, Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John's has developed a longitudinal faculty development program (FDP) called 6for6. To establish and evaluate a longitudinal FDP that promotes a foundation of research activity. Program description Informed by a needs assessment in phase 1, phase 2 saw the 6for6 curriculum designed, developed, and implemented to reflect the unique needs of RRFPs. Preliminary evaluations have been conducted and results will be presented after year 1 of the program. The 6for6 FDP has been positively received by participants, and it is evident that they will serve as champions of rural research capacity building. It is anticipated that by April 2017, 18 RRFPs will be equipped with the research and leadership skills required to foster research networks within and outside their communities.
Interprofessional education (IPE) in health and human services educational and clinical settings ... more Interprofessional education (IPE) in health and human services educational and clinical settings has proliferated internationally. The use of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in the facilitation of interprofessional learning is also growing, yet reviews of the effectiveness of ICTs in the delivery of pre- and/or post-licensure IPE have been limited. The current study's purpose was to review the evaluation outcomes of IPE initiatives delivered using ICTs. Relevant electronic databases and journals from 1996 to 2013 were searched. Studies which evaluated the effectiveness of an IPE intervention using ICTs were included and analyzed using the Barr et al. modified Kirkpatrick educational outcomes typology. Fifty-five studies were identified and a majority reported evaluation findings at the level 1 (reaction/satisfaction). Analysis revealed that learners react favorably to the use of ICTs in the delivery of IPE, and ICT-mediated IPE can lead to positive attitudinal ...
Problem addressed To address barriers challenging the engagement of rural and remote family physi... more Problem addressed To address barriers challenging the engagement of rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) in research, Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John’s has developed a longitudinal faculty development program (FDP) called 6for6 . Objective of program To establish and evaluate a longitudinal FDP that promotes a foundation of research activity. Program description Informed by a needs assessment in phase 1, phase 2 saw the 6for6 curriculum designed, developed, and implemented to reflect the unique needs of RRFPs. Preliminary evaluations have been conducted and results will be presented after year 1 of the program. Conclusion The 6for6 FDP has been positively received by participants, and it is evident that they will serve as champions of rural research capacity building. It is anticipated that by April 2017, 18 RRFPs will be equipped with the research and leadership skills required to foster research networks within and outside their communities.
Introducao: Introduction: Clinical faculty report numerous barriers to engaging in scholarly rese... more Introducao: Introduction: Clinical faculty report numerous barriers to engaging in scholarly research activities such as lack of time, resources, and skill. Rural/remote faculty experience additional challenges due to geographic location. For rural faculty geographical and professional isolation and limited access to professional development opportunities restrict engagement in scholarly research activities. Objetivos: Objectives: (i) To identify and prioritize skills and services that rural/remote faculty need to engage in scholarly research; and (ii) to establish and evaluate a longitudinal faculty development program that promotes scholarship activity and knowledge translation amongst rural/remote faculty. Metodologia ou Descricao da Experiencia: Methodology: This is a mixed-methods, multiphase project comprised of three phases: (I) identifying priority research skills for rural/remote faculty and a knowledge translation process; (II) curriculum design, development and implementa...
Canadian family physician Medecin de famille canadien, 2016
PROBLEM ADDRESSED To address barriers challenging the engagement of rural and remote family physi... more PROBLEM ADDRESSED To address barriers challenging the engagement of rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) in research, Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John's has developed a longitudinal faculty development program (FDP) called 6for6. OBJECTIVE OF PROGRAM To establish and evaluate a longitudinal FDP that promotes a foundation of research activity. Program description Informed by a needs assessment in phase 1, phase 2 saw the 6for6 curriculum designed, developed, and implemented to reflect the unique needs of RRFPs. Preliminary evaluations have been conducted and results will be presented after year 1 of the program. CONCLUSION The 6for6 FDP has been positively received by participants, and it is evident that they will serve as champions of rural research capacity building. It is anticipated that by April 2017, 18 RRFPs will be equipped with the research and leadership skills required to foster research networks within and outside their communities.
Problem addressed Rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) face greater barriers to research en... more Problem addressed Rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) face greater barriers to research engagement than their urban colleagues and have access to fewer faculty development programs (FDPs) to foster their research skills. Objective of program To identify and prioritize skills and services that RRFPs need to engage in research. Program description Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John’s used a needs assessment as the foundation for developing an FDP for RRFPs. The assessment comprised a systematic literature review and environmental scan, key informant interviews (n = 10), a focus group with RRFPs (n = 15), expert group meetings (n = 2), and needs assessment surveys (n = 19). Conclusion The assessment identified barriers to RRFPs engaging in research, priority considerations for the development of a research FDP for RRFPs, and research areas to be included in the program curriculum. This information was used to inform phases 2 and 3 of program development, which are fu...
PROBLEM ADDRESSED Rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) face greater barriers to research en... more PROBLEM ADDRESSED Rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) face greater barriers to research engagement than their urban colleagues and have access to fewer faculty development programs (FDPs) to foster their research skills. OBJECTIVE OF PROGRAM To identify and prioritize skills and services that RRFPs need to engage in research. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John's used a needs assessment as the foundation for developing an FDP for RRFPs. The assessment comprised a systematic literature review and environmental scan, key informant interviews (n = 10), a focus group with RRFPs (n = 15), expert group meetings (n = 2), and needs assessment surveys (n = 19). CONCLUSION The assessment identified barriers to RRFPs engaging in research, priority considerations for the development of a research FDP for RRFPs, and research areas to be included in the program curriculum. This information was used to inform phases 2 and 3 of program development, which ar...
Canadian family physician Medecin de famille canadien, 2016
To address barriers challenging the engagement of rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) in r... more To address barriers challenging the engagement of rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) in research, Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John's has developed a longitudinal faculty development program (FDP) called 6for6. To establish and evaluate a longitudinal FDP that promotes a foundation of research activity. Program description Informed by a needs assessment in phase 1, phase 2 saw the 6for6 curriculum designed, developed, and implemented to reflect the unique needs of RRFPs. Preliminary evaluations have been conducted and results will be presented after year 1 of the program. The 6for6 FDP has been positively received by participants, and it is evident that they will serve as champions of rural research capacity building. It is anticipated that by April 2017, 18 RRFPs will be equipped with the research and leadership skills required to foster research networks within and outside their communities.
Canadian family physician Medecin de famille canadien, 2016
Rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) face greater barriers to research engagement than thei... more Rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) face greater barriers to research engagement than their urban colleagues and have access to fewer faculty development programs (FDPs) to foster their research skills. To identify and prioritize skills and services that RRFPs need to engage in research. Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John's used a needs assessment as the foundation for developing an FDP for RRFPs. The assessment comprised a systematic literature review and environmental scan, key informant interviews (n = 10), a focus group with RRFPs (n = 15), expert group meetings (n = 2), and needs assessment surveys (n = 19). The assessment identified barriers to RRFPs engaging in research, priority considerations for the development of a research FDP for RRFPs, and research areas to be included in the program curriculum. This information was used to inform phases 2 and 3 of program development, which are further discussed in a companion article.
Discipline of Family Medicine Purpose: Rural and remote family medicine (FM) faculty experience n... more Discipline of Family Medicine Purpose: Rural and remote family medicine (FM) faculty experience numerous barriers to participating in scholarly research activity such as lack of time, geographic and professional isolation, and limited access to professional development opportunities. In an effort to help address these barriers, the 6 for 6 Program, a scholarly research program for rural and remote family medicine faculty, has been established. The purpose of this program is to promote a foundation of research scholarship activity and a process for knowledge translation amongst rural and remote family medicine physicians. Methods: This is a mixed-methods multiphase project: I) identifying priority research skills for rural and remote faculty and an appropriate knowledge translation process; II) curriculum design, development and implementation; and III) program evaluation. Phase I consists of a systematic literature search, environmental scan, focus group, and key informant interview...
Rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) face greater barriers to research engagement than thei... more Rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) face greater barriers to research engagement than their urban colleagues and have access to fewer faculty development programs (FDPs) to foster their research skills. To identify and prioritize skills and services that RRFPs need to engage in research. Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John's used a needs assessment as the foundation for developing an FDP for RRFPs. The assessment comprised a systematic literature review and environmental scan, key informant interviews (n = 10), a focus group with RRFPs (n = 15), expert group meetings (n = 2), and needs assessment surveys (n = 19). The assessment identified barriers to RRFPs engaging in research, priority considerations for the development of a research FDP for RRFPs, and research areas to be included in the program curriculum. This information was used to inform phases 2 and 3 of program development, which are further discussed in a companion article.
To address barriers challenging the engagement of rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) in r... more To address barriers challenging the engagement of rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) in research, Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John's has developed a longitudinal faculty development program (FDP) called 6for6. To establish and evaluate a longitudinal FDP that promotes a foundation of research activity. Program description Informed by a needs assessment in phase 1, phase 2 saw the 6for6 curriculum designed, developed, and implemented to reflect the unique needs of RRFPs. Preliminary evaluations have been conducted and results will be presented after year 1 of the program. The 6for6 FDP has been positively received by participants, and it is evident that they will serve as champions of rural research capacity building. It is anticipated that by April 2017, 18 RRFPs will be equipped with the research and leadership skills required to foster research networks within and outside their communities.
Interprofessional education (IPE) in health and human services educational and clinical settings ... more Interprofessional education (IPE) in health and human services educational and clinical settings has proliferated internationally. The use of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in the facilitation of interprofessional learning is also growing, yet reviews of the effectiveness of ICTs in the delivery of pre- and/or post-licensure IPE have been limited. The current study's purpose was to review the evaluation outcomes of IPE initiatives delivered using ICTs. Relevant electronic databases and journals from 1996 to 2013 were searched. Studies which evaluated the effectiveness of an IPE intervention using ICTs were included and analyzed using the Barr et al. modified Kirkpatrick educational outcomes typology. Fifty-five studies were identified and a majority reported evaluation findings at the level 1 (reaction/satisfaction). Analysis revealed that learners react favorably to the use of ICTs in the delivery of IPE, and ICT-mediated IPE can lead to positive attitudinal ...
Problem addressed To address barriers challenging the engagement of rural and remote family physi... more Problem addressed To address barriers challenging the engagement of rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) in research, Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John’s has developed a longitudinal faculty development program (FDP) called 6for6 . Objective of program To establish and evaluate a longitudinal FDP that promotes a foundation of research activity. Program description Informed by a needs assessment in phase 1, phase 2 saw the 6for6 curriculum designed, developed, and implemented to reflect the unique needs of RRFPs. Preliminary evaluations have been conducted and results will be presented after year 1 of the program. Conclusion The 6for6 FDP has been positively received by participants, and it is evident that they will serve as champions of rural research capacity building. It is anticipated that by April 2017, 18 RRFPs will be equipped with the research and leadership skills required to foster research networks within and outside their communities.
Introducao: Introduction: Clinical faculty report numerous barriers to engaging in scholarly rese... more Introducao: Introduction: Clinical faculty report numerous barriers to engaging in scholarly research activities such as lack of time, resources, and skill. Rural/remote faculty experience additional challenges due to geographic location. For rural faculty geographical and professional isolation and limited access to professional development opportunities restrict engagement in scholarly research activities. Objetivos: Objectives: (i) To identify and prioritize skills and services that rural/remote faculty need to engage in scholarly research; and (ii) to establish and evaluate a longitudinal faculty development program that promotes scholarship activity and knowledge translation amongst rural/remote faculty. Metodologia ou Descricao da Experiencia: Methodology: This is a mixed-methods, multiphase project comprised of three phases: (I) identifying priority research skills for rural/remote faculty and a knowledge translation process; (II) curriculum design, development and implementa...
Canadian family physician Medecin de famille canadien, 2016
PROBLEM ADDRESSED To address barriers challenging the engagement of rural and remote family physi... more PROBLEM ADDRESSED To address barriers challenging the engagement of rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) in research, Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John's has developed a longitudinal faculty development program (FDP) called 6for6. OBJECTIVE OF PROGRAM To establish and evaluate a longitudinal FDP that promotes a foundation of research activity. Program description Informed by a needs assessment in phase 1, phase 2 saw the 6for6 curriculum designed, developed, and implemented to reflect the unique needs of RRFPs. Preliminary evaluations have been conducted and results will be presented after year 1 of the program. CONCLUSION The 6for6 FDP has been positively received by participants, and it is evident that they will serve as champions of rural research capacity building. It is anticipated that by April 2017, 18 RRFPs will be equipped with the research and leadership skills required to foster research networks within and outside their communities.
Problem addressed Rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) face greater barriers to research en... more Problem addressed Rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) face greater barriers to research engagement than their urban colleagues and have access to fewer faculty development programs (FDPs) to foster their research skills. Objective of program To identify and prioritize skills and services that RRFPs need to engage in research. Program description Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John’s used a needs assessment as the foundation for developing an FDP for RRFPs. The assessment comprised a systematic literature review and environmental scan, key informant interviews (n = 10), a focus group with RRFPs (n = 15), expert group meetings (n = 2), and needs assessment surveys (n = 19). Conclusion The assessment identified barriers to RRFPs engaging in research, priority considerations for the development of a research FDP for RRFPs, and research areas to be included in the program curriculum. This information was used to inform phases 2 and 3 of program development, which are fu...
PROBLEM ADDRESSED Rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) face greater barriers to research en... more PROBLEM ADDRESSED Rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) face greater barriers to research engagement than their urban colleagues and have access to fewer faculty development programs (FDPs) to foster their research skills. OBJECTIVE OF PROGRAM To identify and prioritize skills and services that RRFPs need to engage in research. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John's used a needs assessment as the foundation for developing an FDP for RRFPs. The assessment comprised a systematic literature review and environmental scan, key informant interviews (n = 10), a focus group with RRFPs (n = 15), expert group meetings (n = 2), and needs assessment surveys (n = 19). CONCLUSION The assessment identified barriers to RRFPs engaging in research, priority considerations for the development of a research FDP for RRFPs, and research areas to be included in the program curriculum. This information was used to inform phases 2 and 3 of program development, which ar...
Canadian family physician Medecin de famille canadien, 2016
To address barriers challenging the engagement of rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) in r... more To address barriers challenging the engagement of rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) in research, Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John's has developed a longitudinal faculty development program (FDP) called 6for6. To establish and evaluate a longitudinal FDP that promotes a foundation of research activity. Program description Informed by a needs assessment in phase 1, phase 2 saw the 6for6 curriculum designed, developed, and implemented to reflect the unique needs of RRFPs. Preliminary evaluations have been conducted and results will be presented after year 1 of the program. The 6for6 FDP has been positively received by participants, and it is evident that they will serve as champions of rural research capacity building. It is anticipated that by April 2017, 18 RRFPs will be equipped with the research and leadership skills required to foster research networks within and outside their communities.
Canadian family physician Medecin de famille canadien, 2016
Rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) face greater barriers to research engagement than thei... more Rural and remote family physicians (RRFPs) face greater barriers to research engagement than their urban colleagues and have access to fewer faculty development programs (FDPs) to foster their research skills. To identify and prioritize skills and services that RRFPs need to engage in research. Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John's used a needs assessment as the foundation for developing an FDP for RRFPs. The assessment comprised a systematic literature review and environmental scan, key informant interviews (n = 10), a focus group with RRFPs (n = 15), expert group meetings (n = 2), and needs assessment surveys (n = 19). The assessment identified barriers to RRFPs engaging in research, priority considerations for the development of a research FDP for RRFPs, and research areas to be included in the program curriculum. This information was used to inform phases 2 and 3 of program development, which are further discussed in a companion article.
Intersectionalities tree: A Global Journal of Social Work Analysis, Research, Polity and Practice, 2015
A book review of Thomas King’s, The Truth About Stories: A Native Narrative.
This review examin... more A book review of Thomas King’s, The Truth About Stories: A Native Narrative.
This review examines the impacts of storytelling in context with oppressive dominant discourse surrounding and subjugating Indigenous communities, and explores the utility of meaning-making through self-reflection and advocacy towards the re-authoring of narratives.
INTERSECTIONALITIES: A GLOBAL JOURNAL OF SOCIAL WORK ANALYSIS, RESEARCH, POLITY, AND PRACTICE, 2016
Book review of Jemma Tosh’s, Perverse Psychology: The Pathologization of Sexual Violence and Tran... more Book review of Jemma Tosh’s, Perverse Psychology: The Pathologization of Sexual Violence and Transgenderism.
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This review examines the impacts of storytelling in context with oppressive dominant discourse surrounding and subjugating Indigenous communities, and explores the utility of meaning-making through self-reflection and advocacy towards the re-authoring of narratives.