Exploring the role of experiential learning in shaping physical therapy student self-efficacy for neurologic practice: A mixed methods study

Structured experiential learning with neurologic populations was associated with significant increases in physical therapy students' self-efficacy for neurologic clinical practice. Findings highlight its value in fostering student confidence, professional identity, and task-specific competence. Future research should examine these outcomes across diverse programs.

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Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
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2026-01-15
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https://doi.org/10.1080/09593985.2026.2615385
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Innovations in Medical Education
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Exploring the role of experiential learning in shaping physical therapy student self-efficacy for neurologic practice: A mixed methods study

Lisa L. Allison-Jones, Martha Cullaty, David Halpin, Jenny Hall
Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
Innovations in Medical Education
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Exploring the role of experiential learning in shaping physical therapy student self-efficacy for neurologic practice: A mixed methods study

Lisa L. Allison-Jones, Martha Cullaty, David Halpin, Jenny Hall
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Structured experiential learning with neurologic populations was associated with significant increases in physical therapy students' self-efficacy for neurologic clinical practice. Findings highlight its value in fostering student confidence, professional identity, and task-specific competence. Future research should examine these outcomes across diverse programs.

Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
Mary Baldwin University (US), Radford University (US)
Quality Education
Openalex Percentile: Top 87%
Innovations in Medical Education
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