De Cat, Sandra, Gardiner, Chris, and Fitzpatrick, Lee (2014) "Sheep Week": a holistic model to foster integrated learning. In: Proceedings of the Australian Veterinary Association Annual Conference. -I. From: AVA 2014: Australian Veterinary Association Annual Conference, 25-30 May 2014, Perth, WA, Australia.

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Abstract

Traditionally, veterinary education has been divided into a series of subjects and disciplines. While there are elements of integration included in many veterinary undergraduate degree programs, few examples exist of more holistic approaches within veterinary education. This presentation will explore "Sheep Week", an innovative and authentic learning activity which enables students to develop and apply knowledge, skills and attitudes as part of a real-world experience. All Australasian veterinary schools are pressured to produce all-round graduates that are able to meet the challenges of a changing workplace in the twenty-first century. This session will look at a learning opportunity which is designed around what veterinarians do rather than on specific disciplines. It will focus on the design and academic process that underpins "Sheep Week" and will highlight the positive impact the program has on the students' motivation, learning and transition towards a professional career.

Item ID:	35065
Item Type:	Conference Item (Presentation)
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Date Deposited:	29 Apr 2015 02:10
FoR Codes:	07 AGRICULTURAL AND VETERINARY SCIENCES > 0707 Veterinary Sciences > 070799 Veterinary Sciences not elsewhere classified @ 100%
SEO Codes:	83 ANIMAL PRODUCTION AND ANIMAL PRIMARY PRODUCTS > 8303 Livestock Raising > 830310 Sheep - Meat @ 20% 83 ANIMAL PRODUCTION AND ANIMAL PRIMARY PRODUCTS > 8303 Livestock Raising > 830304 Goats @ 20% 83 ANIMAL PRODUCTION AND ANIMAL PRIMARY PRODUCTS > 8303 Livestock Raising > 830311 Sheep - Wool @ 60%
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