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Christopher Keating1, M Samuel Cheng2, Richard W Hass3
1Department of Physical Therapy, Jefferson Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
Journal of Interprofessional Care
|April 11, 2022
Summary
The Jefferson Teamwork Observation Guide (JTOG) shows strong psychometric properties for assessing interprofessional collaboration skills. Adaptations are recommended to enhance its ability to provide individual feedback on student performance.
Area of Science:
- Health Professions Education
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Educational Measurement
Background:
- Interprofessional education (IPE) is a growing area in health professions training.
- Effective interprofessional collaboration in patient care requires validated assessment tools.
- The Jefferson Teamwork Observation Guide (JTOG) is an instrument used in IPE.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the psychometric properties of the individual Jefferson Teamwork Observation Guide (JTOG).
- To determine the suitability of JTOG for assessing teamwork competency in health profession students.
Main Methods:
- Rasch Modeling analysis was applied to 814 surveys from health profession students.
- Evaluated item and person statistics, unidimensionality, scaling performance, and local independence.
- Assessed the psychometric integrity of the JTOG instrument.
Main Results:
- The JTOG demonstrated strong psychometric properties.
- A significant ceiling effect was identified in the current model.
- Rasch modeling indicated areas for instrument improvement.
Conclusions:
- The JTOG is a psychometrically sound instrument for evaluating teamwork competency.
- Adaptations are suggested to address the ceiling effect and improve individual feedback.
- An adapted JTOG can better facilitate reflection and promote collaborative practice competency.
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