Table. 3 Questionnaire data on clinician attitudes and experience: University of Toronto placement supervisor evaluation
2011/12 academic year, N = 10 (42 % of clinicians) | 2013/14 academic year, N = 12 (43 % of clinicians) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Disagree | Neutral | Agree | Disagree | Neutral | Agree | |
(1–2) | −3 | (4–5) | (1–2) | −3 | (4–5) | |
1. Student could apply academic concepts/approaches to service activity | 1 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 7 |
2. Student demonstrated recognition of and appreciation for the unique knowledge and/or skills possessed by those s/he worked with | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 10 |
3. Student exhibited enthusiasm for service activities (positive attitude) | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 9 |
4. Student demonstrated sensitivity toward the people with whom s/he worked | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 11 |
5. Student dealt positively with uncertainty and setbacks (adaptable) | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
6. Student exhibited a sincere desire to learn | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 11 |
7. Student appeared motivated | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 9 |
8. Student exhibited initiative (asked questions, scheduled meetings, came up with ideas, etc.) | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 7 |
9. Student demonstrated responsibility (time management, attendance, punctuality, reliability, etc.) | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 11 |
10. Student was able to work independently (accountable, self-directed, etc.) | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 10 |
11. Student demonstrated commitment (completion of tasks, consistency, etc.) | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 9 |
12. Student experienced a growth in understanding (depth of awareness, appreciation for complexity, etc.) | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 11 |
13. Student exhibited decision making and problem solving skills (recognizing and evaluating options, executing a plan of action, etc.) | 2 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
14. Overall, student made a significant contribution to the service. | 3 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 11 |
15. Student responded thoughtfully to critical feedback and suggestions | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
16. Student exhibited professionalism (maturity, respect, confidentiality, etc.) | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 11 |
17. Student developed an understanding of and competency in the unique styles of communication used in the placement context | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 10 |
18. Student worked well with individuals from different backgrounds, interests and experiences (including peers, supervisors and community services) | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 11 |