TITLE:
Critical Review of Literature on Radiologic Technology Education Program Evaluation
AUTHORS:
Carmen T. Saunders-Russell
KEYWORDS:
Program Evaluation, Formative Evaluation, Radiologic Technology, Webinars, Accreditation, Professional Development Training, Adult Learning, Problem-Based Learning
JOURNAL NAME:
Open Journal of Medical Imaging,
Vol.6 No.4,
November
22,
2016
ABSTRACT: Curriculum has achieved a varied record of
success in influencing health based practices and developing professional
skills. Designing and implementing an effective radiologic technology
educational program curriculum requires a disciplined pedagogical approach where
the instructor performs a thorough situational analysis, develops a theory
based and pragmatic learning plan, and implements a course of study in accordance
with the established educational guidelines and requirements. Diligent efforts
are needed to enhance the relationship amongst curriculum developers and
evaluators. The collection of information at the formative stage: followed by
process evaluation to assess implementation as the curriculum progresses, and
summative evaluation to assess impact is required for accreditation of program
in the United States by the Joint Review Committee for Education in Radiologic
Technology. Formative evaluation research is used to enhance effectiveness of
the curriculum, guide development of teaching and learning strategies, and
reveal promising and ineffective components of curriculum. This review of
literature provides evidence as to what is considered to be the best practice
in the program evaluation/accreditation process.