Day Seven: Assessment

Sunday 18th April BST & AEST

The final day of the International Education Conference focusses on Assessment. There are many challenges for paramedic educators in setting and managing assessments: e.g. validity, reliability, practicality, innovation, student support and feedback. Today offers an opportunity to explore these issues and consider what constitutes best practice in assessment in paramedic education. CPD certificates will be provided.

Keynote Speaker ​

• David Page MS, NRP, Director, Prehospital Care Research Forum at UCLA, Paramedic, Allina Health EMS, Senior Lecturer, Monash University , Chair, International Paramedic Registry (IPR)

Abstract Submissions ​

• Objective assessment of CPR performance as an aid to self-directed learning Kevin Mackie, UK ​
• Programmatic Assessment for Improved Graduate Work-readiness: Testing ‘for’, not just ‘of’ learning James Thompson, Australia ​
• Introducing an electronic portfolio (ePortfolio) to improve governance of Advanced Paramedic Practitioner programmes: A London Ambulance Service case study Andrew Hichisson, UK ​
• Development and evaluation of a paramedic taxonomy and progress test James Thompson, Australia ​
• A discussion on the addition of a standardised mental health assessment to the patient assessment module and OSCE examination alongside the existing module criteria Eleanor Tanner, UK ​
• Using Technology in Paramedic Education in a COVID-19 World: A unique combination of software packages to promote case-based learning Alex MacQuarrie, Australia

To view and download the abstract submissions CLICK HERE

Presentation Poster

To view and download the presentation poster CLICK HERE

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

Day One - Monday 12th April (Session Option 1): Approaches to Practice-based Learning 08:00-11:00 BST (17:00-20:00 AEST)

Day One - Tuesday 13th April (Session Option 2):
Approaches to Practice-based Learning 17:00-20:00 BST (02:00-05:00 AEST)

Day Two - Tuesday 13th April: Innovations in Teaching and Learning 17:00-20:00 BST (02:00-05:00 AEST)

Day Three - Wednesday 14th April: Research in Paramedic Education 08:00-11:00 BST (17:00-20:00 AEST)

Day Four - Thursday 15th April: The Use of Simulation in Education 08:00-11:00 BST (17:00-20:00 AEST)

Day Five - Friday 16th April: Transition to Professional Practice 08:00-11:00 BST (17:00-20:00 AEST)

Day Six - Saturday 17th April: Paramedic Education Policy 08:00-11:00 BST (17:00 - 20:00 AEST)