Browsing by Subject "competencies"

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    Developing Core Leadership Competencies for the Library Profession.
    (Library Leadership & Management is available online at: [LINK]http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/llama/publications/llandm/libraryleadership.cfm[/LINK]. The original article may be found at: [LINK]http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/llama/publications/llandm/llmhome/23n2/23n2_full_issue.pdf[/LINK]., 2009) Ammons-Stephens, Shorlette; Cole, Holly J.; Jenkins-Gibbs, Keisha; Riehle, Catherine Fraser; Weare, William H., Jr.
    The development of competency lists, or competency models has become a popular way to assess the strengths, needs, and potential contributions of individuals in an organization. The success of libraries as organizations is determined by the actions of the individuals who work in those libraries; the success of those individuals in carrying out the missions of those libraries is in large measure a reflection of the type and quality of leadership. Successful library leaders demonstrate certain skills that are instrumental in the delivery of desired outcomes. We usually think of the demonstration of these skills as competencies.
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    Lessons Learned from OpenEMR Implementation in Graduate Health Informatics Curriculum
    (American Medical Informatics Association, 2024-11-10) Sunchu, Keerthika; Moncy, Megha; Purkayastha, Saptarshi; Fulton, Cathy
    This study examines the integration of OpenEMR, a Meaningful Use-certified open-source electronic health record (EHR) system, into a Health Informatics curriculum. The primary objective was to address the disparity between theoretical knowledge and practical application in health informatics education. The implementation process revealed several significant challenges, including unintended system modifications that compromised functionality, data entry errors that impacted usability, and technical issues that impeded accessibility. To mitigate these challenges, a series of interventions were implemented. These included backend modifications to enhance data entry accuracy, usability improvements such as limiting open tabs to facilitate navigation, and the implementation of proactive measures to expedite the resolution of technical issues. The experiences gained from this integration process highlight three critical aspects of health informatics education: the significance of practical proficiency in EHR systems, the necessity for user-centric interface design, and the importance of adaptability and problem-solving skills. The study proposes several future directions for research and practice. These include fostering global collaboration, developing standardized curricula for EHR education, and establishing robust mechanisms for continuous assessment and improvement. The findings underscore the pivotal role of integrating hands-on EHR experience into health informatics education, emphasizing its potential to equip students with the essential competencies required to navigate the complex and dynamic healthcare landscape.
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    Nurturing the Intersubjective Capacities of Social Work Students
    (Taylor & Francis online, 2020-01-09) McCarthy, Katherine M.
    While navigating numerous pressures as they work with vulnerable clients and communities, social workers are expected to use their emotional responses intentionally rather than to be ruled by them. Social work accreditation competencies require that students demonstrate regulation of their own affective processes, but their ability to do so will vary. This paper explores methods that instructors can take to support this developmental growth through the concept of intersubjectivity within the relational theory framework.