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Developing scholarship in athletic training.
1Department of Physical Education, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 84602-2116.
Journal of Athletic Training
|March 25, 2006
Summary
Scholarship is vital for athletic trainers to advance the profession. Engaging in scholarly activities, including research and knowledge dissemination, is crucial for professional growth and survival.
Area of Science:
- Athletic Training
- Sports Medicine
- Professional Development
Background:
- The necessity for athletic trainers to engage in scholarly pursuits was identified during manuscript preparation.
- A literature search revealed a lack of comprehensive discussion on scholarship within the athletic training field.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define the core components of scholarship.
- To elucidate the significance of scholarship in advancing athletic training.
- To motivate athletic trainers to enhance their scholarly engagement.
Main Methods:
- Definitions of scholarship, knowledge, truth, and theory were established.
- Key attributes of a scholar were delineated, including truth-seeking, theory development, focus, honesty, communication, open-mindedness, and distinguishing scholarship from pseudoscholarship.
- Strategies for promoting scholarship among students were outlined.
Main Results:
- Scholarship is characterized by the pursuit of truth, development of theory, focused and honest work, effective communication, and critical thinking.
- Promoting scholarship among students requires specific, actionable suggestions.
Conclusions:
- Scholarship is indispensable for the continued viability and advancement of the athletic training profession.
- The presented guidelines offer a framework for individuals to assess and elevate their scholarly contributions.
