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. 2022 Oct 6;17(10):e0275533. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0275533

Table 2. Learning in the practical teaching area of preceptors for Medical Laboratory Science clinical practicum education programs in Ethiopia, 2021(N = 304).

Statements Not capable n (%) Beginner n (%) Advanced beginner n (%) Competent n (%) Proficient n (%)
Develop clear and measurable learning objectives for practicum/clinical sessions 48(15.8) 53(17.4) 59(19.4) 89(29.3) 55(18.1)
Develop plan for practicum/clinical teaching sessions 36(11.8) 63(20.7) 67(22) 75(24.7) 63(20.7)
Obtain informed consent for student involvement in actual practice 28(9.2) 54(17.8) 58(19.1) 83(27.3) 81(26.6)
Select appropriate teaching and learning materials and resources that are matched to the learning outcomes. 29(9.5) 41(13.5) 70(23) 89(29.3) 75(24.7)
Create opportunities for learners to develop critical thinking and reasoning skills 31(10.2) 32(10.5) 77(25.3) 89(29.3) 75(24.7)
Create and maintain a safe practical teaching environment for the students that is free from physical, psychological or any other form of harm 26(8.6) 32(10.5) 55(18.1) 98(32.2) 93(30.6)
Engage students in critical and constructive self-assessment skill and peer feedback 31(10.2) 36(11.8) 73(24) 86(28.3) 78(25.7)
Demonstrate the principles of effective delegation and supervision to students 28(9.2) 27(8.9) 75(24.7) 89(29.3) 85(28)
Use open educational (updated guidelines, protocols, research findings, digital learning platforms, etc) resources effectively 32(10.5) 39(12.8) 64(21.1) 89(29.3) 80(26.3)