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Preliminary Findings of Tracking Students’ Eye Movements in Cytotechnology Education
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high benefit to all involved and the worksheet provided additional information. Conclusions: Worksheets offer a self- paced learning en vironment within the traditional cytotechnology education framework Completed worksheets provide usable review materials Page 1 of worksheet
Worksheet page 4 PST13 Preliminary Findings of Tracking Students’ Eye Movements in Cytotechnology Education Maheswari Mukherjee, PhD, MS, CT(ASCP), Amber Donnelly, SCT(ASCP) PhD, MPH, Elizabeth Lyden, MS. University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE
Worksheet pages 2 and 3
Introduction: The eye movements of medical students, pathology residents, practicing pathologists, and radiologists while interpreting digital images have been examined in previous studies. In this study, we report the preliminary findings of tracking the eye movements of our cytotechnology (CT) students. Materials and Methods: Thirteen images of various diagnostic criteria selected from our digital image collections of the female genital tract course were used in this study. Mirametrix S2 eye tracker the Eye works software were used to track the eye movements of four participants (three CT students and one cytotechnologist) while they interpreted the images. A descriptive data analysis was performed to analyze the data. Results: The average task duration measured as the total length of the task in seconds was 7.73 for the cytotechnologist; and 11.70, 12.12, and 7.90 for the students A, B and C respectively. The average number of fixation in task was 5 for the cytotechnologist, and 13, 15, and 6 for the students A, B, and C respectively. The average task fixation duration measured in seconds was 0.14 for the cytotechnologist and 0.15 for each student. Examination of the eye movements was useful to visualize and compare the scanning path, fixation points, and interpretation skills of the CT students to the cytotechnologist, as well as among students. Figure 1 shows an example of visualizing locator and interpretation skills of the students. Conclusions: The results of this study demonstrated the potential use of the eye tracking device to visualize the locator and interpretation skills of the CT students. We are currently conducting a follow up study with larger sample size to evaluate the locator and interpretation skills of CT students at various times during the academic year.
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PST14 Beyond the Microscope: Emotional Intelligence Program Adds Value to Cytotechnology Training
S7 independently followed by a mentor-led discussion. The purpose of the discussions was to review newly acquired skill sets and to share real life examples (Figure 1). An exit survey was completed by the CT students and program director. Results: Each student reported on their EQ skills and their learning experience from the program. All 4 students self-reported high levels of EQ. The program director reported high levels for each as well with 2 of the 4 students’ levels increasing after completing the program. The students reported having developed strategies for stress management and that the program added value to their education (Figure 2). The students and program director offered valuable feedback to enhance the curriculum for the next cohort. Conclusions: The pilot EQ program was successful in its goal of introducing the students to the concept of EQ. All of the students plan on continuing to develop the skills reviewed. The data collected was mainly self-reported which is a limitation of the current study. The skills learned will aid in the students transition into the workforce increasing their adaptability to future transitions encountered throughout their careers.
Amanda Bruening, MS, CT(ASCP), Sandra Dolar, BA, SCT(ASCP), Erica Kaplan, MS, CT(ASCP), MB(ASCP), Jennifer Brainard, MD. Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH Introduction: Given the changes impacting the field of cytology, there are skills beyond the microscope that are needed to succeed in the workplace. Emotional intelligence (EQ) is a strong predictor of performance which can be improved upon with practice1. We would like to share our experience in the development and implementation of an EQ program for the cytotechnology students at Cleveland Clinic. The goal of our curriculum is to aid in the transition from student to professional. Materials/Methods: A 6 month program was developed for our 4 cytotechnology students. Curriculum development was initiated by 2 volunteer cytotechnologist mentors with the CT program director. Each month the students were provided various activities to complete
PST15 Evolving Roles: A Look at the Paths Travelled by Seven Cytotechnologists at One Academic Institution Narjes Mousavi-Nasab, CT(ASCP), Adele Kraft, MD. Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, Richmond, VA Introduction: The career path of Cytotechnologists (CTs) has greatly evolved in the last 30 years to include many other activities such as screening of fine needle aspiration (FNA) smears and cell blocks, rapid-onsite evaluation (ROSE), ancillary testing performance, assistance in pathologist-performed ultrasound-guided FNAs (US-FNA) and administration. The aim of this study is to assess how Cytotechnologists’ roles in the laboratory have evolved over time. Material and Methods: A survey was sent to the seven CTs at our institution. Questions included graduation year, previous and current position. Respondents were asked to fill out a table with average percentage of time dedicated to each of the following for every 5-year period since graduation: Pap smear screening, non-gynecological screening, FNA screening, Cytopreparation, ROSE, US-FNA, ancillary testing, administration or other. The “other” category included continuing education, study set preparation, participation in research projects and involvement in professional societies. Results: The results presented in Table 1 demonstrate how the scope of CTs activities has changed in the past 30 years. Less time is spent in Pap smear screening and there is progressively increasing participation in other aspects of the laboratory, particularly interventional procedures. The career paths of CT-1, CT-2 and CT-3 illustrate this evolution over time. In the case of CT-4 the move from private to academic institution led to changing roles. CT-5, CT-6 and CT-7 started their careers already with a wide distribution of roles.
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high benefit to all involved and the worksheet provided additional information. Conclusions: Worksheets offer a self- paced learning en vironment within the traditional cytotechnology education framework Completed worksheets provide usable review materials Page 1 of worksheet
Worksheet page 4 PST13 Preliminary Findings of Tracking Students’ Eye Movements in Cytotechnology Education Maheswari Mukherjee, PhD, MS, CT(ASCP), Amber Donnelly, SCT(ASCP) PhD, MPH, Elizabeth Lyden, MS. University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE
Worksheet pages 2 and 3
Introduction: The eye movements of medical students, pathology residents, practicing pathologists, and radiologists while interpreting digital images have been examined in previous studies. In this study, we report the preliminary findings of tracking the eye movements of our cytotechnology (CT) students. Materials and Methods: Thirteen images of various diagnostic criteria selected from our digital image collections of the female genital tract course were used in this study. Mirametrix S2 eye tracker the Eye works software were used to track the eye movements of four participants (three CT students and one cytotechnologist) while they interpreted the images. A descriptive data analysis was performed to analyze the data. Results: The average task duration measured as the total length of the task in seconds was 7.73 for the cytotechnologist; and 11.70, 12.12, and 7.90 for the students A, B and C respectively. The average number of fixation in task was 5 for the cytotechnologist, and 13, 15, and 6 for the students A, B, and C respectively. The average task fixation duration measured in seconds was 0.14 for the cytotechnologist and 0.15 for each student. Examination of the eye movements was useful to visualize and compare the scanning path, fixation points, and interpretation skills of the CT students to the cytotechnologist, as well as among students. Figure 1 shows an example of visualizing locator and interpretation skills of the students. Conclusions: The results of this study demonstrated the potential use of the eye tracking device to visualize the locator and interpretation skills of the CT students. We are currently conducting a follow up study with larger sample size to evaluate the locator and interpretation skills of CT students at various times during the academic year.
Abstracts
PST14 Beyond the Microscope: Emotional Intelligence Program Adds Value to Cytotechnology Training
S7 independently followed by a mentor-led discussion. The purpose of the discussions was to review newly acquired skill sets and to share real life examples (Figure 1). An exit survey was completed by the CT students and program director. Results: Each student reported on their EQ skills and their learning experience from the program. All 4 students self-reported high levels of EQ. The program director reported high levels for each as well with 2 of the 4 students’ levels increasing after completing the program. The students reported having developed strategies for stress management and that the program added value to their education (Figure 2). The students and program director offered valuable feedback to enhance the curriculum for the next cohort. Conclusions: The pilot EQ program was successful in its goal of introducing the students to the concept of EQ. All of the students plan on continuing to develop the skills reviewed. The data collected was mainly self-reported which is a limitation of the current study. The skills learned will aid in the students transition into the workforce increasing their adaptability to future transitions encountered throughout their careers.
Amanda Bruening, MS, CT(ASCP), Sandra Dolar, BA, SCT(ASCP), Erica Kaplan, MS, CT(ASCP), MB(ASCP), Jennifer Brainard, MD. Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH Introduction: Given the changes impacting the field of cytology, there are skills beyond the microscope that are needed to succeed in the workplace. Emotional intelligence (EQ) is a strong predictor of performance which can be improved upon with practice1. We would like to share our experience in the development and implementation of an EQ program for the cytotechnology students at Cleveland Clinic. The goal of our curriculum is to aid in the transition from student to professional. Materials/Methods: A 6 month program was developed for our 4 cytotechnology students. Curriculum development was initiated by 2 volunteer cytotechnologist mentors with the CT program director. Each month the students were provided various activities to complete
PST15 Evolving Roles: A Look at the Paths Travelled by Seven Cytotechnologists at One Academic Institution Narjes Mousavi-Nasab, CT(ASCP), Adele Kraft, MD. Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, Richmond, VA Introduction: The career path of Cytotechnologists (CTs) has greatly evolved in the last 30 years to include many other activities such as screening of fine needle aspiration (FNA) smears and cell blocks, rapid-onsite evaluation (ROSE), ancillary testing performance, assistance in pathologist-performed ultrasound-guided FNAs (US-FNA) and administration. The aim of this study is to assess how Cytotechnologists’ roles in the laboratory have evolved over time. Material and Methods: A survey was sent to the seven CTs at our institution. Questions included graduation year, previous and current position. Respondents were asked to fill out a table with average percentage of time dedicated to each of the following for every 5-year period since graduation: Pap smear screening, non-gynecological screening, FNA screening, Cytopreparation, ROSE, US-FNA, ancillary testing, administration or other. The “other” category included continuing education, study set preparation, participation in research projects and involvement in professional societies. Results: The results presented in Table 1 demonstrate how the scope of CTs activities has changed in the past 30 years. Less time is spent in Pap smear screening and there is progressively increasing participation in other aspects of the laboratory, particularly interventional procedures. The career paths of CT-1, CT-2 and CT-3 illustrate this evolution over time. In the case of CT-4 the move from private to academic institution led to changing roles. CT-5, CT-6 and CT-7 started their careers already with a wide distribution of roles.