Talking theory in HPE research

Svetlana King; Koshila Kumar; Amy Seymour-Walsh; Lambert Schuwirth

Abstract

Theory is a powerful tool in health professions education (HPE) research. It can magnify and illuminate, facilitate meaning-making, provide a foundation for deeper critique, focus and define boundaries of interest, and provide support for locating a study in the broader literature. Yet, theory is not always easily identified, selected or applied. For example, using theory requires the HPE researcher to have a deep understanding of their research phenomenon, their own values and orientation to research, and the broader literature (e.g., education, sociology and psychology). Additionally, it is important for researchers to provide a clear and persuasive rationale for the choice of theory.

Original language	English
Pages	521-521
Number of pages	1
Publication status	Published - 2020
Event	Australian & New Zealand Association for Health Professional Educators : ANZAHPE 2020 Vision for Learning Cultures Conference - Online Duration: 12 Jul 2020 → 15 Jul 2020

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Conference	Australian & New Zealand Association for Health Professional Educators
Period	12/07/20 → 15/07/20

Keywords

HPE literature
HPE research
Health professions education (HPE)
theory
research theories

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