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The use of an integrated CD-ROM/workbook package to improve clinical reasoning in preparation for practice-based learning as part of a vocational degree programme
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Smith, C., Crozier, S., & Dean, D. The use of an integrated CD-ROM/workbook package to improve clinical reasoning in preparation for practice-based learning as part of a vocational degree programme

This project aims to produce two video and workbook packages to enhance student learning and skill acquisition within two core areas of the B.Sc. (Hons,) Physiotherapy degree. Assessments for both of these modules is complex and require integration... Read More about The use of an integrated CD-ROM/workbook package to improve clinical reasoning in preparation for practice-based learning as part of a vocational degree programme.

The "Etcheton" model: how working in partnership with learning disabled people can effect environment and the development of advocacy skills
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Etchells, J., & Kniveton, K. The "Etcheton" model: how working in partnership with learning disabled people can effect environment and the development of advocacy skills

The project team have a background in social work within learning disabilities practice and it has become evident to them, from that experience, that there is little existence of learning resource material which supports the development of empoweri... Read More about The "Etcheton" model: how working in partnership with learning disabled people can effect environment and the development of advocacy skills.

Development of information skills within the Masters in Research (MRes Health and Social Work), University of Salford
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Grant, M., Brettle, A., & Long, A. Development of information skills within the Masters in Research (MRes Health and Social Work), University of Salford

This project seeks to develop an innovative training course to provide literature searching skills to students within the Faculty of Health and Social Care. Students need to access information to complete coursework, undertake research and, once qu... Read More about Development of information skills within the Masters in Research (MRes Health and Social Work), University of Salford.

Interactive CD ROM resources for nursing students. 'Developing a CD ROM tutorial' Brain injury and normal movement: an approach for nurses and carers
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Iggulden, H. Interactive CD ROM resources for nursing students. 'Developing a CD ROM tutorial' Brain injury and normal movement: an approach for nurses and carers

This project aimed to build on work the team has already completed in developing multimedia resources for Diploma in Nursing students. This work, funded by a previous TLQIS bid, resulted in two videos exploring the care of a person with a head inju... Read More about Interactive CD ROM resources for nursing students. 'Developing a CD ROM tutorial' Brain injury and normal movement: an approach for nurses and carers.

Multimedia approach to research methods teaching at Masters level
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Haigh, C., Enright, S., & Long, T. Multimedia approach to research methods teaching at Masters level

The project is designed to provide a novel, creative approach to the redevelopment of a masters-level research methods module. A learning resource pack will be developed consisting of a reader and a series of time-limited CD-ROMs, each of which wo... Read More about Multimedia approach to research methods teaching at Masters level.

Assessing students' ability to self-assess : its relationship with measures of personal academic control and self-efficacy
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Cassidy, S. Assessing students' ability to self-assess : its relationship with measures of personal academic control and self-efficacy

Studies examining factors underlying academic performance have reliably established the significant involvement of psychological factors or individual differences (Cassidy & Eachus, 2000 & 2002). Psychological factors such as academic self-efficac... Read More about Assessing students' ability to self-assess : its relationship with measures of personal academic control and self-efficacy.

A reflective review of educational events with marker potential on a full-time occupational therapy course
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Mckenna, J., & Supyk, J. A reflective review of educational events with marker potential on a full-time occupational therapy course

This study will form the first stage of a planned four-year longitudinal study of educational marker events using representative samples of full and part time occupational therapy students. A review of the literature will be undertaken to highlight... Read More about A reflective review of educational events with marker potential on a full-time occupational therapy course.

The preparedness of traditional and problem-based learning (PBL) Salford radiology graduates for their role as healthcare professionals
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Mackay, S., Evans, J., & Cunningham, L. The preparedness of traditional and problem-based learning (PBL) Salford radiology graduates for their role as healthcare professionals

This project will determine how well prepared graduates from the BSc (Hons.) Diagnostic Radiography programme were to undertake their role as a newly qualified diagnostic radiographer. Two consecutive cohorts will be audited separately one which expe... Read More about The preparedness of traditional and problem-based learning (PBL) Salford radiology graduates for their role as healthcare professionals.

Development of the Web Users Self-Efficacy scale (WUSE)
Presentation / Conference
Eachus, P., & Cassidy, S. Development of the Web Users Self-Efficacy scale (WUSE). Presented at Education in a Changing Environment, University of Salford, UK

The aim of this research was to develop a scale that could evaluate an individual’s confidence in using the Internet. Web-based resources are becoming increasingly important within higher education and it is therefore vital that students and staff fe... Read More about Development of the Web Users Self-Efficacy scale (WUSE).

Enhancing the learning opportunities of part-time postgraduate students whilst off-campus: periodic self-assessment of image interpretation and report writing skills using Blackboard
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Nightingale, J. Enhancing the learning opportunities of part-time postgraduate students whilst off-campus: periodic self-assessment of image interpretation and report writing skills using Blackboard

The MSc Advanced Practice (Gastrointestinal Imaging) programme prepares radiographers for image interpretation and reporting, a task traditionally undertaken by medically trained radiologists. This project will support learning undertaken both in th... Read More about Enhancing the learning opportunities of part-time postgraduate students whilst off-campus: periodic self-assessment of image interpretation and report writing skills using Blackboard.

Enhancing the quality of research supervision to meet the needs of professional doctorate students
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Lee, N. Enhancing the quality of research supervision to meet the needs of professional doctorate students

This project will enhance the quality of research supervision for professional doctorate (DProf) students at the University, building on existing knowledge and practices. The outcome will be evidence based DProf supervision guidelines. These will be... Read More about Enhancing the quality of research supervision to meet the needs of professional doctorate students.

An exploration and analysis of the role of webcams in a vocational BSc degree to support teaching and learning
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Newton-Hughes, A. An exploration and analysis of the role of webcams in a vocational BSc degree to support teaching and learning

This project will begin by looking at current literature on webcam use to identify likely areas of successful application in a vocational programme. The programme to be used in the project is the BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography Degree. The areas ma... Read More about An exploration and analysis of the role of webcams in a vocational BSc degree to support teaching and learning.

Pilot study to explore the impact of practice based vicarious learning
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Roberts, D. Pilot study to explore the impact of practice based vicarious learning

This pilot study seeks to assess the impact and feasibility of peer learning groups in clinical practice. The project takes place over two stages: the first involving student nurses and the second widening out to include other health care professions... Read More about Pilot study to explore the impact of practice based vicarious learning.

Trusting computers through trusting humans: software verification in a safety-critical information system
Journal Article
Adam, A., & Spedding, P. Trusting computers through trusting humans: software verification in a safety-critical information system. International Journal of Technology and Human Interaction, 3(4), 1-14

This article considers the question of how we may trust automatically generated program code. The code walkthroughs and inspections of software engineering mimic the ways that mathematicians go about assuring themselves that a mathematical proof is... Read More about Trusting computers through trusting humans: software verification in a safety-critical information system.

Psychological care of patients undergoing modern elective surgery
Journal Article
Mitchell, M. Psychological care of patients undergoing modern elective surgery. Nursing Standard, 21(30), 48-55

The amount of time patients spend in hospital preparing for and recovering from elective surgery has reduced significantly in recent years. Nursing interventions associated with lengthy hospital admissions are no longer appropriate for patients who m... Read More about Psychological care of patients undergoing modern elective surgery.

Nursing research into modern day surgery: a literature review
Journal Article
Mitchell, M. Nursing research into modern day surgery: a literature review. Ambulatory Surgery, 13(4), 95-105

Aim: The aim of this review was to examine the present scope and direction of nursing research into day surgery in order to gain insight into possible future surgical nursing intervention in a rapidly changing healthcare environment. Background: Ele... Read More about Nursing research into modern day surgery: a literature review.

Disability design and innovation in computing research in low resource settings
Presentation / Conference
Morgado Ramirez, D., Barbareschi, G., Donovan-Hall, M., Sobuh, M., Elayyan, N., Nakandi, B., …Holloway, C. Disability design and innovation in computing research in low resource settings. Presented at ASSETS '20: The 22nd International ACM SIGACCESS Conference on Computers and Accessibility, Virtual

80% of people with disabilities worldwide live in low resourced settings, rural areas, informal settlements and in multidimensional poverty. ICT4D leverages technological innovations to deliver programs for international development. But very few do... Read More about Disability design and innovation in computing research in low resource settings.

Harnessing public and patient involvement for upper limb prosthetics design
Presentation / Conference
Donovan-Hall, M., Chadwell, A., Morgado Ramirez, D., Ssekitoleko, R., Sobuh, M., & Kenney, L. Harnessing public and patient involvement for upper limb prosthetics design. Presented at Trent International Prosthetics Symposium, Salford

Increasing numbers of people in Lower Middle Income Countries (LMICs ) are living with upper limb absence, however, access to P&O services are limited. This can have a devastating impact on engagement in activities of daily living, as when living a... Read More about Harnessing public and patient involvement for upper limb prosthetics design.

Prosthetics services in Uganda : a series of studies to inform the design of a low cost, but fit-for-purpose, body-powered prosthesis
Working Paper
Kenney, L., Ssekitoleko, R., Chadwell, A., Donovan-Hall, M., Morgado Ramirez, D., Holloway, C., …Kalibbala, M. (2019). Prosthetics services in Uganda : a series of studies to inform the design of a low cost, but fit-for-purpose, body-powered prosthesis

The majority of people with upper limb absence (PWULA) live in lower, or middle-income countries (LMICs). However, efforts to develop improved prostheses have largely focused on electrically powered devices, sustainable deployment of which, in LMICs,... Read More about Prosthetics services in Uganda : a series of studies to inform the design of a low cost, but fit-for-purpose, body-powered prosthesis.