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Exploring the Concept of Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (Sotl): Concept Analysis Publisher



Mirhosseini F1, 2 ; Mehrdad N3 ; Bigdeli S1, 4 ; Peyrovi H5 ; Khoddam H6
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  1. 1. Department of Medical Education, Faculty of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
  2. 2. Trauma Research Center, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
  3. 3. Metabolism and Endocrinology Research Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
  4. 4. Center for Educational Research in Medical Sciences (CERMS), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
  5. 5. Nursing Care Research Center, Department of Critical Care Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
  6. 6. Nursing Research Center, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Golestan University of Medical Sciences (GOUMS), Gorgan, Iran

Source: Medical Journal of the Islamic Republic of Iran Published:2018


Abstract

Background: Researchers have contributed to the definition of SoTL; however, the literature is not conclusive on its definitions and attributes. Therefore, this study was an attempt to precisely define SoTL by its attributes, antecedents and consequences. Methods: The Walker and Avant (2011) concept analysis method was used. Results: The 9 emerged attributes are: Committed engagement in action, Critique-based, Disciplinary, Context-oriented, Critical enquiry process, Continuous deep reflection, Dynamic process, Shared publicly, and Learning focused. Conclusion: This study helps promote understanding and application of SoTL. © Iran University of Medical Sciences.