The practice-research nexus in allied health: practitioner-researchers or practitioners and researchers?
2011
The Connection Between Research and Clinical Practice in Allied Health
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Author Information
Author(s): Caroline J Robinson
Primary Institution: Charles Sturt University
Hypothesis
How do allied health professionals view their roles in relation to research and clinical practice?
Conclusion
Honours programs help allied health students appreciate the importance of integrating research with clinical practice.
Supporting Evidence
- Students felt a need to keep up with research to inform their clinical practice.
- The study highlights a gap between theory and practice in allied health.
- Honours programs are seen as a way to bridge the gap between research and clinical practice.
Takeaway
This study shows that students learn how important it is to use research in their jobs and to keep learning even after school.
Methodology
The presentation reflects on the experiences of allied health honours students regarding the integration of research and practice.
Participant Demographics
Allied health honours students.
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