Table 5 Descriptive statistics for the 5-factor solution

Treated me with respect

4.40

0.97

5

1

5

4

Maintained a positive attitude towards me

4.37

0.92

5

1

5

4

Fostered an environment of respect in which I felt comfortable participating

4.16

1.10

5

1

5

4

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

4.19

1.07

5

1

5

4

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

4.41

0.81

5

1

5

4

Was approachable for discussion

4.38

0.94

5

1

5

4

Showed genuine concern for my professional well-being

3.24

0.89

3

1

4

3

Had reasonable expectations of students

3.23

0.87

3

1

4

3

Has good communication skills

4.19

1.02

5

1

5

4

Is open to student questions and alternative approaches to patient management

4.21

0.99

5

1

5

4

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

4.34

0.89

5

1

5

4

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

4.05

0.97

4

1

5

4

Is an effective clinical teacher

4.23

1.04

5

1

5

4

Encouraged me to think

4.24

0.86

4

1

5

4

Promoted reflection on clinical practice

4.19

0.85

4

1

5

4

Emphasises a problem-solving approach rather than solutions

4.11

0.93

4

1

5

4

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

4.12

0.93

4

1

5

4

Asked questions to enhance my learning

4.18

0.93

4

1

5

4

Encouraged questions and active participation

4.17

0.88

4

1

5

4

Stimulates me to learn independently

4.03

0.9

4

1

5

4

Gave timely feedback to me

3.95

1.03

4

1

5

4

Gave me regular, useful feedback about my knowledge and performance

3.79

1.03

4

1

5

4

Offered me suggestions for improvement when required

4.14

0.89

4

1

5

4

Identified areas needing improvement

3.93

0.95

4

1

5

4

Identified my strengths

3.72

1.04

4

1

5

4

Explained to me why I was correct or incorrect

3.09

0.93

3

1

4

3

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

4.20

0.82

4

1

5

4

Encouraged me to assume responsibility for patient care

3.39

0.69

3.5

1

4

3

Demonstrates knowledge of current medical and manual therapy literature

4.23

0.86

4

1

5

4

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

4.39

0.82

5

1

5

4