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The Impact of Simulation-Enhanced Interprofessional Education on Student Knowledge and Satisfaction: A Multivariate Analysis Across Fields of Study
No full textBackground
Interprofessional collaboration is essential in today\u27s healthcare landscape. Simulation-enhanced interprofessional education provides intentional opportunities for healthcare professionals and students across fields of study to gain different perspectives about roles and responsibilities while practicing interprofessional communication skills.
Objective
To evaluate how students\u27 prior interprofessional education training, the use of standardized participants, and the field of study influenced students\u27 perceived knowledge acquisition and satisfaction after an adaptable simulation-enhanced interprofessional education experience.
Methods
A cross-sectional study was conducted utilizing a convenience sample, which included 182 nursing and health science students from a public university in the Midwest. Surveys measuring interprofessional knowledge and satisfaction were analyzed using Wilks\u27 Lambda MANOVA and Cronbach\u27s alpha.
Results
The use of standardized participants significantly enhanced students\u27 interprofessional knowledge (p \u3c .001) and satisfaction (p \u3c .001). While prior interprofessional education experience contributed to knowledge gains (p = .019), it did not significantly impact satisfaction. Differences between fields of study were not a significant factor. High internal consistency across survey instruments supports the reliability of these findings.
Conclusion
This simulation-enhanced interprofessional education was effective in improving both student knowledge and satisfaction, regardless of field of study. Standardized participants contributed significantly to the learning process. This model serves as an effective method for institutions seeking to embed interprofessional collaboration into their educational programs
From Tap to Table
No full textClean drinking water is a cornerstone of modern public health. However, systems that deliver this amenity often become contaminated by heavy metals – notably lead – harmful for environmental and human health. Ingesting such water can transpose serious, long-lasting health complications; thus, strong public health action is essential. Pictured here is symbolistic of how concealed lead pipes directly impact our visible nourishments. A contaminated drinking water sample and a harvested lead service line, which was in service for nearly one hundred years, are conveyed. This illustrates likely conditions in Bloomington’s drinking water distribution system and the subsequent necessity for clean water education pursuits. To solve this, my collaborative research initiatives with Dr. Yeunook Bae are aimed at developing mitigative strategies for heavy metal release from plumbing lines in Bloomington. Promoting equitable access to safe and sensuous drinking water in the Bloomington area, specifically within marginalized zones, will enhance future community health prospects.https://ir.library.illinoisstate.edu/ior2026/1005/thumbnail.jp
The Air We Share
No full textAir quality represents a subtle yet critical determinant of health, frequently overlooked despite its profound impact on daily life. This image showcases the foundation of our research at BNCARE — an air quality monitor designed to measure particulate matter levels throughout Bloomington-Normal. This monitor is one of three in the Bloomington-Normal Community that monitor and measure data. These are placed in areas that are at disproportionate risk of air pollutant exposure, called environmental justice areas. Much like the “invisible” nature of air pollutants, our second pillar of education is not as tangible as the data and numbers but just as vital. Through education and outreach, we are able to bridge the gap and make air quality accessible for our community. Our outreach efforts have included educating the community about the Air Quality Index, providing children’s educational books, and engaging in community-wide events to promote awareness and environmental health.https://ir.library.illinoisstate.edu/ior2026/1003/thumbnail.jp
Assessing Learning in Simulation Learning Experiences in Graduate Programs for Speech-Language Pathology: A Phenomenological Study
No full textThe purpose of this study was to use qualitative inquiry to explore how faculty assess student learning in clinical simulation-based learning experiences (SBLEs) used to demonstrate clinical competence in graduate programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders: Speech-Language Pathology (CSD). The following research questions were addressed: How do faculty experience the assessment of learning in SBLE? In what ways do faculty assess student learning in SBLE specifically designed to meet clinical competency standards? What, if any, effect has the COVID-19 pandemic had on the use of SBLE and assessment of student learning used to address clinical competency standards? A total of 22 interviews were conducted in 20 different ASHA certified institutions in the US. Key findings included; assessment of graduate student learning in SBLEs in graduate CSD programs is evolving faculty would like more guidance in the form of professional development and structure to maximize student learning; and COVID-19 had significant impacts on the amount and type of simulation experiences offered in graduate CSD programs. Implications and recommendations for graduate CSD programs are discussed
Developing Critical Thinking Skills in Undergraduate CSD Students through a Case Study Project
No full textCritical thinking skills are crucial for Speech-Language Pathologists to effectively assess, diagnose, and treat communication disorders. However, the optimal timing for teaching these skills to future clinicians remains an open question. Most of the current research is focused on developing critical thinking skills in graduate students, though there is some evidence to suggest that students should be working to develop critical thinking skills during their undergraduate education. This work describes the critical thinking skills demonstrated by undergraduate students in a Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD program) through a case study project, as well as their self-perceptions. Results indicate relative weakness related to the specific critical thinking skills of inference, evaluation, explanation, and self-regulation, while students perceive that they are demonstrating these skills to a significant degree. These findings suggest specific attention should be given to these skills to support their continued development. The incongruence between student scores and self-perception underscores the need for targeted instruction to enhance both skill development and metacognitive awareness in undergraduate CSD students
Fishing for Father Relationships: Motivations, Successes, and Barriers to Participating in a Community-Based Program
No full textFathers who participate in community programs experience a range of positive outcomes, including improved relationships with their children. However, many community programs struggle to gain fathers’ attendance at local events. To counteract this, we utilized Community-Based Action Research in collaboration with local and state agencies to develop a father-specific community program that capitalized on the traditionally masculine parenting activity of fishing. The program educated families on the basics of fishing and then provided them with all the necessary materials. Over the course of three years of data collection, 48 fathers participated in interviews, designed to gain a deeper understanding of their motivations for attending, successful recruitment tactics, and the barriers they face in attending community programs. Transcripts underwent multiple rounds of inductive coding, and preliminary themes were shared with community members to ensure trustworthiness. The primary motivation for fathers to attend was to spend time with their children and to learn a skill that would support their relationship. Fathers felt welcomed by targeted marketing, but mothers often informed and encouraged fathers to attend. The primary barrier fathers faced was an unhealthy work/life balance and family dynamics. We offer practical suggestions for research and community programming that prioritize family relationships
Fire-Breathing Ritual at the Shakrain Festival
No full textThis image was taken during my fieldwork on the Shakrain Festival in Old Dhaka, Bangladesh, as part of a UNESCO project documenting and safeguarding Bangladesh’s intangible cultural heritage. Shakrain Festival marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring, and it brings people together through colorful kites, rooftop gatherings, music, and traditional foods. During my fieldwork, I observed how the festival has changed over time. Older residents recalled that Shakrain used to focus mostly on kite flying and close neighborhood bonding. In contrast, today’s celebrations include fire-breathing performances, flying lanterns, DJs, and laser lighting. These new urban additions attract younger audiences and keep the festival relevant. The image shows a fire-breathing performer on a rooftop. It captures the energy of today’s Shakrain but also raises questions about cultural change. My research investigated how these new practices reshape the meaning of the festival and how cultural heritage responds to rapid urban modernization.https://ir.library.illinoisstate.edu/ior2026/1026/thumbnail.jp
Illinois State University Salaries FY2026
No full textIncludes two sections: administrative professional and civil service salaries, and non-tenure track, tenure track, and faculty associate salaries.https://ir.library.illinoisstate.edu/salaries/1037/thumbnail.jp
“I’m Throwing the Red Flag”: Online Peer Responses to Teen Descriptions of Abusive Relationship Behaviors Posted on Reddit
No full textAdolescents in the United States experience abusive relationship behaviors at alarming rates; yet formal education on navigating harmful relationship dynamics is lacking. Thus, many teens use the internet to disclose abuse experiences and seek information or advice from their online peers. To better understand the types of responses, advice, and information teens receive from their online peers, we analyzed peer-to-peer discussions about abusive relationship behaviors from teens in the Reddit community r/teenrelationships. Using qualitative content analysis, we analyzed comment responses (n = 154) to Reddit posts (n = 56) in which teen users discussed experiences of interpersonal harm or abuse. We constructed 4 primary themes and 14 associated subcategories. Responses were predominantly supportive in tone, with commenters providing advice for next steps (84%), education in healthy versus unhealthy relationships (70%), and general support (44%). A smaller proportion (21%) of comments were categorized as unsupportive or misleading. These findings emphasize the importance of including psychoeducation on how to respond to disclosures of abuse in prevention programming for teen dating violence and developing online interventions to facilitate and support help-seeking behaviors
“I Have Already Lost My Kids”: Mothering Experiences of Women in Jail
No full textAlthough women represent a small proportion of the incarcerated population globally, their rate of incarceration in the United States has increased dramatically over the past four decades, outpacing that of men. As carceral trends return to pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels, jail populations continue to rise, with most incarcerated women being mothers of young children. Yet, research on motherhood behind bars has largely focused on prisons rather than jails. This study explores the mothering experiences of women incarcerated in two U.S. Midwestern jails, including both pretrial detainees and sentenced individuals. Using qualitative data from in-depth interviews with jailed mothers, the analysis examines their parenting experiences before and during incarceration. Findings reveal that many women had limited contact with their children prior to incarceration, reflecting intersecting social and structural barriers that shape mothering within the criminal legal system. The study concludes with policy implications for promoting non-custodial alternatives, supporting incarcerated mothers, and strengthening family relationships