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Boost Your Audiology Skills with Video Otoscopic Training: Insights from Recent Research

Boost Your Audiology Skills with Video Otoscopic Training: Insights from Recent Research

As a practitioner, continuous improvement of your skills is paramount to providing the best care for your students. A recent study titled Undergraduate audiology students perceived competence and confidence in conducting otoscopic examination following video otoscopic training offers valuable insights into enhancing your otoscopic examination skills.

The study, conducted at the University of the Witwatersrand, aimed to explore the perceived competence and confidence of undergraduate audiology students in conducting otoscopic examinations after undergoing video otoscopic training. The findings revealed that while a significant number of students felt competent in performing otoscopy, many felt less confident in interpreting the findings. This underscores the importance of integrating video otoscopic training into your practice to enhance both your skills and confidence.

Key Takeaways from the Study

Practical Implications for Practitioners

Incorporating video otoscopic training into your practice can significantly improve your competence and confidence in conducting otoscopic examinations. Here are some practical steps to consider:

Encouraging Further Research

While this study provides valuable insights, it also highlights the need for further research to determine if students' perceived competence correlates with actual improvement in their otoscopic skills. Practitioners are encouraged to engage in or support research efforts that explore the efficacy of various training methodologies.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Undergraduate audiology students perceived competence and confidence in conducting otoscopic examination following video otoscopic training.


Citation: Sebothoma, B., & Khoza-Shangase, K. (2021). Undergraduate audiology students perceived competence and confidence in conducting otoscopic examination following video otoscopic training. BMC Medical Education, 21, 510. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-021-02924-0
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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