Student Midwives' Views of Self-Assessment: The BUMP Study
Authors: Wilkins, C., Leamon, J., Rawnson, S. and Brown, S.
Journal: British Journal of Midwifery
Volume: 16
Pages: 88-93
ISSN: 0969-4900
Abstract:Student self-assessment is a valuable skill which can enhance effective learning and facilitate continuing professional development. This article reports on a qualitative exploration of self--assessment, which formed part of a larger action research project into a pre-registration midwifery programme. Analysis of the data identified four key themes: understanding, preparation, value and ability. Underpinning these themes was the students' desire for greater clarity of understanding of the self-assessment process, together with a desire for more preparation for the process through the provision of a supportive tutorial framework. This should include opportunities to discuss, develop and practice assessment criteria and receive relevant feedback on self-evaluations. The findings provide a rationale for recommending the development of a structured approach and idsentified pathway following the progress of self-assessment skills in all units, aimed at facilitating a more comprehensive engagement with the self-assessment process by both students and tutors and enhancing understanding of its value to future learning.
http://www.intermid.co.uk/cgi-bin/go.pl/library/article.cgi?uid=28341;article=BJM_16_2_88_93
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