Clinical evaluations are completed for each clinical rotation by the Clinical Coordinators for each internship site. Part of the this evaluation instrument addresses oral communication skills and interpersonal communication skills. Problem-Solving Skills Test items for all exams are written to assess critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, analytical synthesis, and decision making. Additionally, laboratory exercises often incorporate identification of unknowns. Case studies are incorporated into every MLT course.
Case studies are an excellent tool for evaluation of critical thinking skills.
Application Program and course objectives are reviewed annually by the program director. Changes are made based on input of the advisory committee, clinical affiliates, and certification boards. Scope and sequence of the program cirriculum are modified to reflect the feedback of sources listed in 6 and 7. Internship activities are modified based on input from clinical affiliates. Textbooks and software are updated in accordance with changes in the profession.