An Optometry Librarian’s Vision: Improved Student Scholarly Communication |
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| Authors: | Deidre M Rios |
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| Institution: | George W. Brackenridge Library, Rosenberg School of Optometry, University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas, USA |
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| Abstract: | Health profession students benefit academically, clinically, and professionally when they acquire the writing skills necessary for scholarly communication. The purpose of this article is to discuss how a solo, embedded health science librarian spearheaded collaborative efforts and contributed to the creation of a scaffolded writing program within the existing optometry curriculum. The article includes a discussion of the opportunities, challenges, and outcomes of this writing endeavor. |
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| Keywords: | Health profession students scholarly communication student success writing skills |
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