Table 4 5 factor solution

Treated me with respect

0.99

0.93

Maintained a positive attitude towards me

0.97

0.90

Fostered an environment of respect in which I felt comfortable participating

0.88

0.90

Established a good learning environment (approachable, focused, nonthreatening, professional and enthusiastic)

0.85

0.88

Demonstrated humanistic attitudes in relating to patients (integrity, compassion and respect)

0.80

0.73

Was approachable for discussion

0.78

0.87

Showed genuine concern for my professional well-being

0.77

0.79

Had reasonable expectations of students

0.76

0.73

Has good communication skills

0.69

0.77

Is open to student questions and alternative approaches to patient management

0.68

0.75

Gave me the opportunity to offer opinions on patient problems or treatment

0.59

0.72

Adjusted teaching to my needs (experience, competence, interest)

0.52

0.71

Is an effective clinical teacher

0.51

0.87

Encouraged me to think

0.86

0.84

Promoted reflection on clinical practice

0.83

0.67

Emphasises a problem-solving approach rather than solutions

0.78

0.68

Asked questions that promote learning (clarifies, probes, reflective questions etc.)

0.75

0.77

Asked questions to enhance my learning

0.70

0.75

Encouraged questions and active participation

0.65

0.82

Stimulates me to learn independently

0.62

0.70

Gave timely feedback to me

0.89

0.85

Gave me regular, useful feedback about my knowledge and performance

0.77

0.86

Offered me suggestions for improvement when required

0.76

0.86

Identified areas needing improvement

0.69

0.71

Identified my strengths

0.65

0.67

Explained to me why I was correct or incorrect

0.58

0.80

Promoted keeping of medical records in a way that is thorough, legible, efficient and organised

0.96

0.92

Encouraged me to assume responsibility for patient care

0.76

0.84

Demonstrates knowledge of current medical and manual therapy literature

0.89

0.85

Demonstrated osteopathic, clinical examination and rehabilitation knowledge and skill(s)

0.57

0.74

Variance explained

39%

24%

19%

9%

8%

Internal consistency

0.97

0.94

0.93

0.82

0.73