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Peer reviewedSparks, Bernard I., III – Journal of Optometric Education, 1990
A study evaluated the use of the Kolb Learning Styles Inventory as a predictor of academic potential, for use in recruitment of optometry students. Although distinctive learning preferences were observed in low- and high-achieving students, correlations were not strong enough for predictive use. (Author/MSE)
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Cognitive Style, Higher Education, Optometry
Peer reviewedBrazelton, Frank A. – Journal of Optometric Education, 1981
Written tests do not project clinical optometric competence very well at present. However, the basic skills and knowledge necessary for competence can be measured, even if diagnostic and treatment skills cannot by current means. (MSE)
Descriptors: Allied Health Occupations Education, Clinical Diagnosis, Competence, Education Work Relationship
Peer reviewedWingert, Timothy A.; And Others – Journal of Optometric Education, 1993
Analysis of the records of all University of Missouri (St. Louis) optometry students entering 1980-88 found that, overall, undergraduate grades and the personal interview, were the most significant components of a student's entering profile in predicting performance in the first professional year, first and second professional year, four-year…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Admission Criteria, Clinical Experience, College Entrance Examinations
