ORH3EBP
EVIDENCE BASED ORAL HEALTH PRACTICE
ORH3EBP
2018
Credit points: 30
Subject outline
This is a capstone subject where students use existing knowledge and skills from earlier subjects (oral and basic sciences, public health and research methods) to apply evidence based practices and programs in a variety of settings. Emphasis will be placed on developing skills in evidence based and evidence informed practice to solve problems and appreciate the limitations of evidence based practice. Students will use real examples from their clinical practice and community setting placements as a basis for their learning.
SchoolLa Trobe Rural Health School
Credit points30
Subject Co-ordinatorMark Gussy
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Evidence-based dentistry: managing information for better practice. | Prescribed | Richards, D 2010 | QUINTESSENCE PUBLISHING. |
| Readings | Achieving evidence-based practice: a handbook for practitioners. | Recommended | Hamer, S & Collison, G 2005 | 2ND EDN, BALLIERE TINDALL. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Outline the various concepts of Evidence Based Practice
- Activities:
- Workshop, tutorials, online task.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
02. Formulate answerable questions related to oral health practices and programs
- Activities:
- Workshop, tutorials, online task.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
03. Devise efficient and effective strategies for locating and accessing evidence related to previously formulated questions
- Activities:
- Workshop, tutorials, online task.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
04. Analyse and synthesise retrieved evidence and present it in a format that is useful for patients or program staff/planners.
- Activities:
- Workshop, tutorials, online task, group assignment.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
05. Incorporates evidence in the clinical setting at all stages of the oral health care process
- Activities:
- Workshop, tutorials, online task, group assignment.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence)
06. Plans evidence based and evidence informed health promotion and public health strategies for groups and populations
- Activities:
- Workshop, tutorials, online task text, case study.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence)
07. Incorporates inquiry and analytic skills, with the necessary literacies to communicate effectively within the profession
- Activities:
- Workshop, tutorials, online tasks
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2018, Week 47-22, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMark Gussy
Class requirements
WorkShop
Two 4.0 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
"Scheduled at start of summer semester (end November) - 2 workshops of 4 hours"
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 0.5 hours scheduled online class per week on weekdays from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
"One 30-minute online activity per week."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Submission of draft case study report (1500-words) | Draft includes: key question, introduction, materials and method description, patient description and clinical details (clinical photographs, charts, care planning etc.), paragraph description and 5-10 recent references. | 25 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
| One 4,000-word case study report and 15-minute presentation (1000 word equivalent). | 55 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 06, 07 | |
| One group assignment (1,000 words per student) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |