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Understanding rural clinical learning spaces: Being and becoming a doctor

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MEDICAL TEACHER
Volume 37, Issue 6, Pages 589-594

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TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD
DOI: 10.3109/0142159X.2014.956064

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  1. Stellenbosch University Rural Medical Education Partnership Initiative (SURMEPI) - President's Emergency Plan for AIDS relief (PEPFAR) through HRSA [T84HA21652]

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Context: Calls for health professions education that can foster transformative educational experiences have been voiced. Studies suggest that extended clinical training at rural sites potentially provides transformative learning spaces. This article explores 'being and becoming' as a construct for understanding the student experience at a rural clinical school (RCS). Methods: Sixty-two in-depth interviews were conducted over a three-year period with RCS students, graduates (as interns) and intern supervisors. Thematically analysed data were mapped according to the adapted Kirkpatrick model for appraising educational interventions. Drawing on realist perspectives, findings were further analysed to discern the mechanisms influencing the being and becoming of junior doctors. Results: Responses provided evidence of changed attitudes and behaviour, and the adoption of professional practice that was seen to influence patient outcomes. Analysis highlighted sharing of values through role modelling, engagement with preceptors, being respected as part of a team, and being trusted to assume responsibility for a patient as key mechanisms. The outcome was confident, competent and caring interns. Discussion: Rural clinical learning spaces influence the 'being and becoming' of a junior doctor. Understanding this process in the context of place (rural platform), participation (community of practice) and person can inform expanded agendas for students' clinical learning.

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