Clinical Communication How To Teach Patients, Students & Clinicians with Kate Purcell
Jun 1, 2025
Kate Purcell, an Advanced Practice Physiotherapist and education expert, delves into effective teaching strategies for healthcare professionals. She discusses the need for tailored approaches for different learners, emphasizing the impact of emotional engagement on retention. The duo explores the role of metacognition in education and the importance of feedback within diverse groups. Purcell also shares insights on utilizing case studies and technology while raising concerns about AI's potential to hinder critical thinking. Empowering and building rapport with learners are key themes throughout their enlightening conversation.
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Shared Learning Principles
- Learning principles share themes across teaching patients, students, and clinicians despite different content.
- Experiential learning cycles can guide tailored support for varied learner levels.
Meet Learners Where They Are
- Meet learners where they are by asking what they already know and wish to learn.
- Use teaching roles (expert, motivator, facilitator) aligned with learner engagement stages.
Emotion Enhances Memory
- Emotional engagement improves memory retention significantly during learning.
- Learning is influenced by both rational and emotional factors in decision-making.