@article{ 
author = {EmamiMaybodi, M and Mirzaei, M and Farajkhoda, T and Soltani-Arabshahi, K},  
title = {Development of a questionnaire to assess the factors associated with clinical learning of nursing students: A Delphi study}, 
abstract ={  Introduction : Inhibiting factors in clinical learning of nursing students cause a huge gap between the optimum and the current situation in performance of the graduates . Due to the lack of a comprehensive and reliable tool for the identification of these factors in Iran , this study aimed to develop a scale to assess the related items to nursing students’ clinical learning.   Methods : This descriptive study used Delphi approach to assess factors associated with clinical learning of nursing students in nursing schools of Yazd province in 2013 . The expert panel includes all registrars in nursing faculties, nursing clinical tutors, nursing personnel involved in education and years three and four nursing students. In the first round of Delphi, data collection tool was a structured questionnaire with 82 item s and an open question for additional suggestions.   Sampling method in those with responsibility was purposive, due to their limited number, and in other groups was random. Sample size was 48 of whom 41 agreed to participate in the study. According to the Delphi process, scope and scale of items were studied by 41 members of the panel t o reach over than 75% consensus. The collected data were analyzed by SPSS V 17.0 software using various analytic tests .   Results : Consensus on the questionnaire items was obtained during the two- round Delphi, and in the final questionnaire, the percentage of agreement between expert panel reached 79.85 %. Panel members came to agreement on factors associated with clinical learning questionnaire consisted 89 items in seven domains of educational planning (79.94%) , evaluation (76.21%), resources and regulation of clinical environment (81.17%), professional communications (81.25%), clinical instructor (82/62), clinical instructor teaching methods (81.25%) and student learning (81.91%) .   Conclusion : The clinical learning factors questionnaire for nursing students, with 79.85% consensus of the expert panel, can be considered as a comprehensive and valid questionnaire to assess clinical training and to identify weaknesses and challenges of nursing students’ clinical learning in Iran.},  
Keywords = {Clinical learning, Nursing Student s, development, questionnaire , Delphi Study },
volume = {9},
Number = {4}, 
pages = {2-11}, 
publisher = {Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd},
url = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-451-en.html},  
eprint = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-451-en.pdf},  
journal = {The Journal of Medical Education and Development},  
issn = {2251-7065}, 
eissn = {2251-8266}, 
year = {2015}  
}

@article{ 
author = {Heidari, MR and Faghihi, M and Eghbal, A},  
title = {Investigating the relation between high school grade point averages and university admission test ranking with success indices of medical students in Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences}, 
abstract ={  Introduction: Different studies regarding  criteria of admission for medical students indicated that prediction of success of students at the university is the most important issue. The aim of this study was to investigate the relation between High School Grade Point Averages (HsGPAs) and university admission test ( Konkoor) ranking with students’ success indices such as their Basic Sciences Course Averages (BSCAs), Comprehensive Basic Sciences Exam (CBSE) scores and Comprehensive Pre-Internship Exam (CPIE) scores .   Methods: This cross sectional descriptive study investigated the records of 356 medical students enrolled in Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences between 1996-2001. Demographic data of students including their sex, admission group and their study indices such as HsGPAs , Konkoor ranking, BSCAs, CBSE scores , and CPIE scores was collected from their university records. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS V. 15 and the p-value under 0.05 considered as significant.   Results: The mean of Konkoor ranking for the enrolled students was 1276.3 (± 911.7). The average HsGPAs was 18.46 ( ± 1.14), BSCAs was 14.92 ( ±1.36), CBSE scores was 133.8 ( ±16.14), and finally for CPIE scores was 118.9 ( ±18.1). There was a significant relationship between HsGPAs and success indices according to sex and being local (P<0.01). There was no significant relationship between Konkoor ranking and the success indices.   Conclusion: HsGPAs is more valuable than Konkoor ranking in predicting the success of students in Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences.  },  
Keywords = {: High School Grade Point Averages, university entrance exam, comprehensive Basic Sciences Exam},
volume = {9},
Number = {4}, 
pages = {12-19}, 
publisher = {Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd},
url = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-348-en.html},  
eprint = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-348-en.pdf},  
journal = {The Journal of Medical Education and Development},  
issn = {2251-7065}, 
eissn = {2251-8266}, 
year = {2015}  
}

@article{ 
author = {kazemihaki, B and ghorbaniyan, N},  
title = {Anesthesia students\' awareness and interest to their field of study and future career in Tabriz University of Medical Sciences}, 
abstract ={  Abstract    Introduction : Interest to the field of education will bring commitments which may lead to higher efficiency in the health care delivery field. The purpose of this study was to evaluate anesthesia students' awareness and interest into their field of study and future career.   Methods : In this cross-sectional study, students studying in the field of anesthesia in Tabriz university of medical science in 2001-2002 academic year at the undergraduate level were entered into the study (n = 90). The data collection tool was a questionnaire consisting of 20 questions. To analyze the data, descriptive statistics, t-test and SPSS V-16 were used.   Results : Overall, 8.7 percent of students were completely happy with their chosen program of study. Of all, 11.1% were quite concerned about their future career and 6.35 percent were concerned about their future career. Of all, 15.6 percent of them preferred to change their program of study if possible. There was a difference between the responses of men and women regarding their field of education (P <0.05).   Conclusion : Most students were not aware about their future career before choosing their field of study. We suggest information and consultation sessions before enrolling in university. Also by introducing postgraduates programs in the field more students become encouraged to undertake the under graduate program.  },  
Keywords = {Awareness, interests, future career, field of study, anesthesia},
volume = {9},
Number = {4}, 
pages = {20-27}, 
publisher = {Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd},
url = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-158-en.html},  
eprint = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-158-en.pdf},  
journal = {The Journal of Medical Education and Development},  
issn = {2251-7065}, 
eissn = {2251-8266}, 
year = {2015}  
}

@article{ 
author = {Bazm, S and Mazloomi, SS},  
title = {Effect of Blog-based education on increasing information literacy of students in Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences and Health Services.}, 
abstract ={  Introduction: American library association (ALA) defined information literacy as a set of skills, which require an individual to recognize when information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate, and use it effectively. Information literacy affects research and educational activities. This study aims to evaluate the effect of weblog in increasing the information literacy of students. .   Methods: This experimental study was carried out on 60 students enrolled in schools of Allied Health, Nursing & Midwifery and Public Health. They were randomly assigned into two arms of experiments and control. J the subjects in the experimental group received the educational program over two months via weblog. The level of information literacy in the two groups was assessed before and after training by questionnaire. Three steps were taken for examining validity and reliability of questionnaire including: translation to Farsi, reviewing by a specialist and estimation of the Cronbach's alpha (Cronbach's alpha=.0.88) .Finally data were analyzed using SPSS16.   Results: Out of total 60, %36.7of participants were men. There was not any significant difference in mean score of information literacy before training in the two groups (P>0.05) , but after education the same test indicated a significant difference between the two groups (P<0.001) . In addition it was showed a significant difference between the mean score of information literacy in experimental group before and after training (P<0.001) .   Conclusion: Using weblog for education, is a successful model for instruction of information literacy for students of medical sciences.      },  
Keywords = {Keywords: Information, literacy, weblog, education, Web 2.0 },
volume = {9},
Number = {4}, 
pages = {28-35}, 
publisher = {Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd},
url = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-91-en.html},  
eprint = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-91-en.pdf},  
journal = {The Journal of Medical Education and Development},  
issn = {2251-7065}, 
eissn = {2251-8266}, 
year = {2015}  
}

@article{ 
author = {Nohi, E and HelalBirjandi, M and Borhani, F and AhrariKhalaf, V},  
title = {Effect of clinical team teaching (mentorship program) on educational satisfaction of nursing students in Imam Reza Hospital of Birjand 2012}, 
abstract ={  Introduction: Clinical training of nurses forms the basis of the entire educational program. One of the controversial aspects of clinical training is method of clinical training. Peer education can be a useful adjunctive model for clinical skills training The present research was conducted to study the effect of a mentorship program on educational satisfaction of nursing students in Imam Reza Hospital of Birjand in 2012.   Methods: This quasi-experimental study was done on 60 masters nursing students of the 4th semester from the Islamic Azad University of Birjand who were randomly allocated into two groups,30 students in the experimental group and 30 in the control group. In the experimental group, there was a student of the 8th semester as the mentor for each three junior students, and in the other group, there was only an instructor available without any mentor. Educational satisfaction of the students was evaluated before and after their training with ascertained educational satisfaction questionnaire. The data was analyzed using SPSS V.18, independent t test, paired t, and chi-square test.   Results: The average of satisfaction score in the experimental group was higher than that of the control group. The difference between the mean scores of the two groups was significant (p<0.05).   Conclusion: Executing peer education program (mentorship) is more effective in increasing the nursing students' educational satisfaction. we suggest that clinical curriculum developers consider this method as a supplementary educational means .   },  
Keywords = {Clinical training, nursing students, educational satisfaction, mentorship},
volume = {9},
Number = {4}, 
pages = {36-45}, 
publisher = {Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd},
url = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-465-en.html},  
eprint = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-465-en.pdf},  
journal = {The Journal of Medical Education and Development},  
issn = {2251-7065}, 
eissn = {2251-8266}, 
year = {2015}  
}

@article{ 
author = {Heydari, H and Pordelan, N and Khalijian, S and Yeganeh, S},  
title = {Relationship between characteristics (neo and strong) with progress motivation in nursing students}, 
abstract ={  Introduction: Motivation has a significant role in acquiring knowledge and scientific skills and the role of character is beyond the intelligence in educational success. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between personal characteristics and progression motivation in nursing students.   Methods: This is a correlation descriptive study whose sample includes 112 nursing students of Medical Science of Isfahan University chosen in 1390-1391 academic year with census sampling method. Character Multi-factorial Standard questionnaire (NEO-BFI) and Progression Motivation (ACM) and Strong’s Career Personality Types Short Form are used in order to data collection data analysis is done by calculating the average of progression motivation and personal characteristic (Neo and Strong) scores and the comparisons were done with step by step regression via 19th version of SPSS software.   Results: Motivation had a direct correlation with loyalty (r-21), extroversion (r-19) and seeking characteristics and a diverse correlation with Neuroticism (r-12), artistic characteristics (r-20), social characteristics (r-19) and realism (r-15). There is no meaningful correlation between educational motivation, acceptance characteristic and artistic and conventional type compatibility.   Conclusion: This study showed that some of the characteristics explain the progression motivation in nursing students. Therefore, it is suggested that nursing education professionals pay attention to the role of characteristics in order to admit these students.},  
Keywords = {Personal Characteristics, Progression Motivation, Nursing Students },
volume = {9},
Number = {4}, 
pages = {46-55}, 
publisher = {Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd},
url = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-372-en.html},  
eprint = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-372-en.pdf},  
journal = {The Journal of Medical Education and Development},  
issn = {2251-7065}, 
eissn = {2251-8266}, 
year = {2015}  
}

@article{ 
author = {Rimaz, SH and Dehdari, T and DehdarI, L},  
title = {PhD students’ expectations from their supervisors: A qualitative content analysis}, 
abstract ={  Introduction: Quality of research in PhD programs increases if supervisors become aware of students' expectations from them. This qualitative study aimed to explore expectations of PhD students from their supervisors was done.   Methods: This qualitative content analysis study was conducted on 22 graduated PhD students of Iran University of Medical Sciences, in 2014. The samples were purposefully selected and interviewed. All interviews were recorded and transcribed verbatim.   Results: After analyzing and coding data, it was found that PhD students have four main expectations from their supervisors. These expectations consist of scientific support including help with selection of subject, preparation and registration of proposal, data collection and support for writing and examination of the thesis. Developing scientific skills and help with preparing manuscripts were other expectations. Emotional-social support with five categories including relationship between supervisor-student, general expectations of supervisor, supervisor personality characteristics, needed emotional skills and social activities related to thesis and finally providing adequate resources including financial support and access to facilities inside and outside the university were among the other expectations.   Conclusion: PhD students need to scientific, emotional, social and material supports from their supervisors in the process of performing thesis. These expectations should be told to supervisors.  },  
Keywords = {Keywords: Expectation, supervision, student, qualitative research, dissertation, conventional content analysis},
volume = {9},
Number = {4}, 
pages = {56-71}, 
publisher = {Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd},
url = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-428-en.html},  
eprint = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-428-en.pdf},  
journal = {The Journal of Medical Education and Development},  
issn = {2251-7065}, 
eissn = {2251-8266}, 
year = {2015}  
}

@article{ 
author = {Dehnavieh, R and Sheikhzadeh, R and Nourihekmat, S},  
title = {Building networks for students in Iranian Medical Science Olympiad: An experience report}, 
abstract ={نامه به سردبیر چکیده ندارد},  
Keywords = {نامه به سردبیر ندارد},
volume = {9},
Number = {4}, 
pages = {72-75}, 
publisher = {Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd},
url = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-525-en.html},  
eprint = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-525-en.pdf},  
journal = {The Journal of Medical Education and Development},  
issn = {2251-7065}, 
eissn = {2251-8266}, 
year = {2015}  
}

@article{ 
author = {Ataei, GH and Adel, F},  
title = {Evolution of medical education in Iran: From antiquity to modern era}, 
abstract ={Introduction: Given the positive impact of education on knowledge, vision and human performance will play a crucial role in the medical system. This paper is a review of medical education in both traditional and modern developments, strengths and weaknesses are described. Methods: With reference to the research of several scholars and historians, as well as a review of recent research done on medical education and Classification and outline of developments in medical education is presented. Results: With regard to teaching practices in medical education so long without changing is sadly not been upgraded and has retained its traditional form. Therefore, for the further development of the education system, we need to improve quality management and continuous monitoring. Conclusion: To improve the quality of medical education in the curriculum to suit the needs and capabilities of existing manpower and resources. Medical education objectives must be clearly defined until the entire education system should be based on pre-determined goals.},  
Keywords = {medical education, both traditional and modern methods of teaching, Iran},
volume = {9},
Number = {4}, 
pages = {76-79}, 
publisher = {Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd},
url = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-446-en.html},  
eprint = {http://jmed.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-446-en.pdf},  
journal = {The Journal of Medical Education and Development},  
issn = {2251-7065}, 
eissn = {2251-8266}, 
year = {2015}  
}