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Concept-based curriculum: An evidence-based approach to developing a new framework for dietetics education?
Andrea Begley1, Janica Jamieson2, Gemma Jenkins2
1School of Population Health, Curtin University, Bentley, Western Australia, Australia.
Summary
This study developed the first concept-based curriculum framework for dietetics, expanding 56 concepts to 63. This framework offers a practical guide for dietetics curriculum renewal.
Area of Science:
- Dietetics Education
- Curriculum Development
- Concept-Based Learning
Background:
- Traditional dietetics curricula face challenges.
- Concept-based approaches offer a potential solution.
- 56 core concepts for dietetics curricula were previously identified.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a novel framework for a concept-based dietetics curriculum.
- To structure identified dietetics concepts into a usable curriculum framework.
Main Methods:
- A pragmatic approach was used by experienced Australian dietetic educators.
- Iterative processes including workshops and online meetings refined 56 curriculum concepts.
- Document analysis and expert consultation supported concept development.
Main Results:
- The initial 56 concepts were expanded to 63, incorporating workforce demands.
- A framework was created with 19 core and 44 supporting concepts.
- Two exemplars demonstrated teaching applications of core concepts.
Conclusions:
- An evidence-based, concept-based curriculum framework for dietetics was successfully developed.
- This paper provides practical tools for dietetics curriculum renewal.
- The approach has implications for other credentialing programs.
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