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Orlando, FloridaFebruary 27-29, 2020Orlando, FloridaFebruary 20-22, 2020

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CLEC 2020The Clinical Laboratory Educators Conference (CLEC) is the most important annual event for faculty, administrators, directors, advisers, and others in medical laboratory education. By attending CLEC, you will be able to identify new trends in laboratory education, develop innovative teaching techniques, manage change, enhance instructional skills, and so much more.

This conference presents opportunities to explore the state of education today, beyond our classrooms, our campuses, and our regions, as well as the future of our profession. Faculty at the forefront of medical laboratory education will present a wide range of timely topics that will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to meet the challenges that come with these opportunities. The conference program offers a wide variety of substantive educational sessions from which to choose. See the Conference Schedule that begins on page 5 for details.

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FRIDAY EVENINGFree Night in OrlandoPlease join us for happy hour from 5:45-6:30 pm before you head out to experience Orlando. The Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Hotel is a relaxing retreat within walking distance to Disney Springs. The resort features shuttle service to Disney Theme Parks and Disney Springs, numerous dining options, and two heated outdoor pools. You will be free to explore on your own or choose one of the suggestions provided by the Host Committee.

Check the CLEC website and read the eCLECtic blog for regular updates on new developments and interesting opportunities for CLEC 2020. www.ascls.org/clec

GENERAL LEARNING OBJECTIVES At the conference’s conclusion, participants will be able to:

» Discuss teaching strategies to engage students and improve learning outcomes.

» Integrate new topics, science, and skills into the current curriculum.

» Identify innovative and novel approaches to the education of future laboratory professionals.

CLIMATE, DRESS, AND DESTINATIONOrlando has consistently warm, sunny weather. The weather in February is around 75 degrees in the daytime, with evening lows in the mid-50s. A light jacket may be necessary in the evening, but as always, layering your clothing works best to ensure you will be comfortable in the sessions as well as in the evenings around town.

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NEW EDUCATOR WORKSHOP

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27 9:00 - 11:30 am

The New Educators Workshop (NEW) will address the needs of those new to educator positions in clinical laboratory science-related programs. Presented by the Committee for Education Programs and Initiatives (CEPI), a subcommittee of the Education Scientific Assembly (ESA), NEW is designed to assist early-career educators’ transition into teaching roles and support their professional development. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with presenters and fellow educators via interactive presentations, discussions, and peer-to-peer learning activities.

This year’s workshop will include the following topics:

» From Clinical to Classroom: Tips for New Faculty Members

» I Wish Someone Would Have Told Me … Lessons Learned by Educators

» Experienced Educator Panel—Ask the Experts!

» Online Education Resources Available

SPEAKERS: Susan Beck, PhD, MLS(ASCP)CM, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Deborah Brock, MHS, MT(ASCP)SH, Tri-County Technical College Kathy Doig, PhD, MLS(ASCP)CMSHCM, Michigan State University Terry Taff, MA, MT(ASCP)SMCM, Mercy Hospital St. Louis

Cost: $75 for ASCLS members/$95 for non-members. Participants can earn two hours of P.A.C.E.® credit.

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITCLEC’s continuing education programs are approved by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® program for clinical laboratory sciences. P.A.C.E.® contact hours are accepted by the ASCP/ASCLS/AGT Board of Certification, and all states, including California and Florida, for recertification and licensure. Registrants who participate in the scientific sessions at the conference can earn up to 13 P.A.C.E.®-approved contact hours and another two hours can be earned by participating in the Poster and Technology Demo Quiz.

To document the P.A.C.E.® credits you earn, you will be able to produce a P.A.C.E.® certificate of attendance using the ASCLS CE Organizer. The CE Organizer is online at http://ceorganizer.ascls.org. As an ASCLS member benefit, contact hours earned will be automatically transferred to the BOC Certification Maintenance Program (CMP) for re-certification purposes if you have a valid ASCP customer ID number listed in CE Organizer.

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This NAACLS workshop is SEPARATE from the CLEC Program, and the workshop registration and payments are processed directly through NAACLS.

NAACLS WORKSHOP

GET EXCITED ABOUT NOT BEING CITED – THE INSIDERS’ EDITION OF COMMONLY CITED STANDARDS

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27 7:00 am - 12:15 pm

The National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) will present the following workshop, “Get Excited About Not Being Cited – The Insiders’ Edition of Commonly Cited Standards,” on Thursday, February 27, 2020, from 7:00 am - 12:00 pm (immediately prior to CLEC) in the CLEC General Session Room at the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Hotel in Orlando, Florida.

The workshop will be co-presented by Dawn Tripolino, MBA, MT(ASCP), program director of the MLS Program at Bayfront Health St. Petersburg in St. Petersburg, Florida, and Dale Telgenhoff, PhD, HTL(ASCP)CM, associate professor, clinical and diagnostic sciences at Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan. Ms. Tripolino is a phlebotomy educator and vice chair of the NAACLS Programs Approval Review Committee (PARC). Dr. Telgenhoff is an HT educator on the Review Committee for Accredited Programs (RCAP).

For complete information on the workshop and to register, please visit the NAACLS website at www.naacls.org after November 1.

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FEBRUARY 27

6:00 am - 6:00 pm CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

9:00 - 11:30 am NEW EDUCATOR WORKSHOP (separate registration required; see page 3)

11:30 am - 12:30 pm EXHIBIT PREVIEW

12:45 - 1:00 pm WELCOME

1:00 - 1:30 pm BOC UPDATE

1:30 - 2:00 pm NAACLS UPDATE

2:00 - 3:00 pm OPENING KEYNOTE

A formal announcement of the topic and speakers will occur in January. Stay tuned ...

THURSDAY CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

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3:15 - 4:15 pm CONCURRENT SESSIONS

SPEED LEARNING PRESENTATION 1These groups of three presentations will be 15 minutes each with Q&A at the end.

ENGAGING CLINICAL PRECEPTOR STRATEGIES AND WORKSHOP

SPEAKER: Ruth Perez, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM Rutgers University, School of Health Professions

This presentation provides strategies for clinical preceptors to engage students during clinical rotations and promote student learning and communication.

LEVEL OF INSTRUCTION:

Intermediate

A CASE STUDY REVIEW OF CLINICAL PARASITOLOGY

SPEAKER: Andrew Jones, MBA, MLS(ASCP)CM University of Kansas

This interactive presentation will be comprised of several patient cases including patient history, clinical presentations of symptoms, images of intestinal/infectious parasites, and brief educational background on the parasites presented. In each case we will compare and contrast current vs. classic identification methods/techniques.

SAY WHAT? SBAR COMMUNICATION AND CASE STUDIES

SPEAKER: Marie Wood, EdD, MT(ASCP) University of Delaware

In an effort to reinforce interprofessional dialogue, the University of Delaware honor students evaluated clinical chemistry case studies and then role-played communication using the SBAR format—Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation. This session will review the SBAR model and feature student samples of clinical chemistry case studies in the framework.

REDUCING TEACHING FATIGUE AND INCREASING FACULTY (AND STUDENT) SATISFACTION

SPEAKER: Marisa James, MA, MLS(ASCP)CM North Kansas City Hospital School of Medical Laboratory Science

Bench instructors struggling with teaching fatigue. Students with multiple priorities, including a necessity for work-life balance. Overloaded curriculum. We will share how implementing a four-day work week in our hospital-based MLS program overcomes many of these challenges. Attendees will leave with several ideas they can immediately incorporate into their programs.


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SIMULATION IN LABORATORY EDUCATION: BEST PRACTICES, MODELS, AND FUTURE

SPEAKERS: Daniel deRegnier, MS, MT(ASCP) Ferris State University

Lorna Ruskin, EdD University of Minnesota, MLS Program

Numerous laboratory programs use a simulated setting to reduce the clinical rotation bottleneck, especially in microbiology and transfusion medicine. Is simulation the new standard for providing a clinical experience? We will discuss the use, models, and future of simulation and present an operational guideline for developing a simulated microbiology experience.


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ARE STUDENTS THRIVING OR SURVIVING?

SPEAKERS: Teresa Mortier, PhD, MT(ASCP) Eastern Michigan University

Heather Silander, EdD, CTRS Eastern Michigan University

Jayne Yatczak, PhD, OTRL Eastern Michigan University

This session will share preliminary data from, “Are Students Thriving or Surviving?” Participants will identify strategies and changes to implement that contribute to students thriving in a professional program. Developing students into resilient practitioners through the concept of thriving will also be explored.


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BULLET JOURNALING FOR METACOGNITION

SPEAKER: Erin Rumpke, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM University of Cincinnati

Using the bullet journal framework can strengthen the connections that MLT and MLS students relate between courses in the curriculum. This session will explain the concept of bullet journaling and outline the use indexing, creating collections, and rapid logging as a high-yield comprehensive note-taking strategy to encourage reflection and improve metacognition.


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3-D LEARNING: DISCUSSION, DELIBERATION, AND DECISION-MAKING

SPEAKER: Mary Louise Turgeon, EdD, MLS(ASCP)CM University of Texas Medical Branch

Achievement of excellent learning outcomes requires robust engagement of students in the learning process. 3-D learning of discussion, deliberation, and decision-making stimulates student learning through interactive behavior. Examples of rethinking traditional teaching strategies include analysis of the classic case study and review of incorrect answers to multiple choice questions.

TEAMWORK OR DREAMWORK: MAKING TEAM-BASED LEARNING A REALITY

SPEAKER: Denene Lofland, PhD University of Delaware

Team-based learning (TBL) is an effective strategy to promote active learning and peer teaching. It has gained popularity within healthcare education due to its emphasis on knowledge application to solve relevant clinical problems. This session will introduce educators to the key components of TBL and provide guidance on implementation.

ECLIPS—THE TRIFECTA: LET’S TALK ABOUT DEBRIEFING

SPEAKERS: Dana Bostic, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM The University of Kansas Medical Center

S. Renee Hodgkins, PhD, MT(ASCP) The University of Kansas Medical Center

In the ECLIPS series finale, presenters will discuss commonly-referenced debriefing methods. Debriefing has been regarded as the most important phase where the meaningful learning takes place. During this interactive session, we will introduce various debriefing models used in simulation and IPE, review the practical applications, and participate in debriefing exercises.


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MAINTAINING COMPLIANCE WITH NAACLS STANDARDS

SPEAKER: Terry Kotrla, MS, MT(ASCP) Austin State Hospital MLS Program

Maintaining NAACLS accreditation/approval and ensuring compliance with the NAACLS standards is a daunting task. This workshop will assist you in creating tools to track the required NAACLS outcomes in a logical manner making the annual report a breeze to submit and creating documents which will assist with NAACLS compliance.


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MEASURING THE SUCCESS OF A SHORTENED CLINICAL ROTATION

SPEAKERS: Jessica Mantini, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM The Ohio State University

Amanda Natter, MLS(ASCP)CM The Ohio State University

Many programs are considering a shortened clinical rotation. This session will provide ideas and solutions for evaluating the success of major changes in clinical education experiences. Measurement tools used and the successful outcomes of our clinical curriculum change will be presented and discussed.


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5:30 - 7:30 pm RECEPTION—Exhibits, Poster Presentations, and Technology Demonstrations

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FRIDAY CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

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7:00 am - 3:00 pm CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

7:00 - 9:00 am NETWORKING BREAKFAST

7:00 - 9:00 am BOK MEETING—The BOK Committee invites all attendees to preview the proposed updates to the BOK and provide comments.

7:00 - 9:00 am CLEC COMMERCIAL SYMPOSIA—During the CLEC Commercial Symposia select exhibitors will present their information and/or products in 20-minute sessions. Join us to learn how their products and services can be useful in laboratory education.

This session is not accredited by P.A.C.E.® Content is at the discretion of the presenting organization, institution, or company.

9:00 - 10:00 am CONCURRENT SESSIONS

CLINICAL PLACEMENTS IN CANADA: IMPEDIMENT TO INCREASING STUDENT ENROLLMENTS

SPEAKER: Christine Nielsen, BHA, MLT Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS)

Chronic shortages of medical laboratory scientists are solved by increasing student enrollments in accredited education programs. Enrollments are restricted by the number of placements available. In Canada, the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) has been leading discussion and action to explore the use of simulation as a capacity builder.


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INCREASING STUDENT ENGAGEMENT IN CHEMISTRY CLASSROOM: PEDAGOGICAL STRATEGIES

SPEAKER: Usha Chatterjee, MD, MLS(ASCP)CM Bellarmine University

This session will focus on pedagogical approaches that can be utilized to increase students’ engagement in chemistry classrooms. The presentation will focus on the methods to teach chemistry automation. Emphasis will also be placed on the ways to deliver content-heavy topics and keeping students engaged.


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DEVELOPING A MOLECULAR LAB IN THE CLASSROOM: ROADBLOCKS, SOLUTIONS, AND WHAT’S REALLY NECESSARY?

SPEAKER: Kate Uhteg, MS, MT(ASCP) The Community College of Baltimore County

This presentation will focus on the fundamental skills and knowledge students need to be prepared for a career in a molecular laboratory, as well as common roadblocks to teaching molecular diagnostics in the classroom setting. It will also suggest solutions that can be tailored for individual programs.

WHEN ART MEETS SCIENCE: IMPLEMENTATION OF THE BLOOD MORPHOLOGY CINEMA WORK GROUPS

SPEAKERS: Virginia Hughes, PhD, MLS(ASCP)CMSBB University of Delaware

Paula Melancon, MEd, MT(ASCP) University of Delaware

MLS students in the Hematology II Laboratory course at the University of Delaware were organized into groups of two to create videos depicting blood morphology using Wright-stained smears and a triocular microscope with camera. Assessment included group presentations, correlating morphology with disease, and correlation coefficient statistics.

PROMOTION AND RETENTION AND TENURE, OH MY!

SPEAKERS: Annette Bednar, MSE, MT(ASCP) Arkansas State University

Beth Warning, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM University of Cincinnati

Preparing for reappointment, tenure, or promotion at a college or university laboratory science program is the first step in what can be a rewarding, yet challenging, journey. This session will provide tips and strategies for new faculty members to help them survive and succeed in the land of academia. Audience participation will be encouraged.


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SYSTEMATIC TOOLS TO ASSESS AN MLS CURRICULUM AND OPTIMIZE PREDICTIVE MODELS OF LEARNING

SPEAKER: Ida Mejias-Torres, PhD, MT(ASCP) Inter American University of Puerto Rico

This session reviews six tools, which assess critical elements of learning in a medical laboratory program. Examples provided will demonstrate their use in collectively analyzing and visualizing data from various sources. The presenter will also describe the system, which communicates important outcomes to key stakeholders thereby optimizing predictive models of success.


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MAKING IT STICK: THE SCIENCE OF SUCCESSFUL LEARNING

SPEAKER: Phyllis Ingham, EdD, MEd, MT(ASCP), AHI(AMT) West Georgia Technical College

This session will take a look at three active learning strategies that push students beyond memorization. In our educational paradigms we expect students to learn vast amounts of information in detailed strenuous curricula. Research, however, suggests that students forget about 56 percent of what they learn within one hour, 66 percent within one day, and 75 percent within six days. Neurobiologists explain that without employing strategies to retain knowledge, the brain is “wired to forget” from an evolutionary standpoint. Clearly, that’s a huge problem and illustrates the importance of teaching students strategies to retain what they learn. In this session, we will take a look at how we can help our students to remember not to forget.


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INCREASE EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE WITH A REAL-TIME LAB

SPEAKERS: Margaret Alba, DOM, MLS(ASCP)CM University of New Mexico

Lynnette Trujillo, MS, CNMT, RT(N) University of New Mexico

This interactive session will show participants how to create their own real-time interprofessional experience for pre-clinical rotation students. This can be beneficial to increase awareness and development of emotional intelligence and improve problem-solving strategies that can later be used in clinical rotations and in the work force.


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“Although I have been an educator for over 30 years, I always find something new to bring back. And as a new hospital-based educator, the networking was very important.”

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BRINGING CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY TRAINING TO CAMPUS: OUR MLT PROGRAMS ARE MAKING IT WORK!

SPEAKERS: Amber O’Shields, MT(ASCP) Spartanburg Community College

Jennifer Porter, MAT, MT(ASCP) Tri County Technical College

Discover what two MLT programs in South Carolina have done to respond to the lack of microbiology clinical rotation sites by bringing part of the rotations to campus. What they did, how they did it, how it worked, and what they learned.


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UTILIZING ACTIVE LEARNING STRATEGIES IN AN EIGHT-WEEK HEMATOLOGY COURSE

SPEAKER: Stephanie Cochrane MS, MLS(ASCP)CM Rutgers University School of Health Professions

This interactive session will discuss how active learning strategies were incorporated into the didactic portion of an eight-week hematology course with aims to promote critical thinking skills, reinforcement of concepts, collaborative work, and to close gaps in learning. Strategies include bingo, case studies, crossword puzzles, game-based learning, and collaborative quizzes.


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11:50 am - 12:50 pm

LUNCH—Grab a to-go box and decide how to spend your break. Engage in informal discussions with colleagues, or earn P.A.C.E.® credit in breakout sessions.

NETWORKING BUBBLES—Participate in small, peer-to-peer leaning discussions. Table topics to be determined later. Networking Bubbles are not accredited by P.A.C.E.®.

PUBLISH OR PERISH—THE NEED FOR SCHOLARLY ACTIVITY IN MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE

SPEAKERS: Kristin Landis-Piwowar, PhD, MLS(ASCP)CM Oakland University

Teresa Nadder, PhD, MLS(ASCP)CM Virginia Commonwealth University

Perry Scanlan, PhD, MLS(ASCP)CM Austin Peay State University

Pat Tille, PhD, MLS(ASCP)CM University of Cincinnati

The lack of scholarly publications created by laboratory scientists is concerning for the field of medical laboratory science. This session discusses scholarly activities that are lacking and encourages the submission of publications to scholarly journals. The session will feature a survey of society laboratory professionals.


Intermediate

“Although I have been an educator for over 30 years, I always find something new to bring back. And as a new hospital-based educator, the networking was very important.”

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HEALTHY KIDS: AN INNOVATIVE INTERPROFESSIONAL EDUCATION PROJECT THAT BENEFITS MEDICALLY-UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES

SPEAKERS: Kathryn Dugan, MEd, MT(ASCP) Auburn University at Montgomery

Kathy Jones, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM Auburn University at Montgomery

Li Qian, MD, MLS(ASCP)CM Auburn University at Montgomery

This session focuses on health screening to medically-underserved communities in rural Alabama. Students and faculty from MLS, Communication Disorders, and Nursing, perform health screenings in elementary and middle schools in areas with limited access to healthcare. The benefits of this participation and the potential to provide long-term effects will be discussed.


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TOP 10 LESSONS LEARNED IN 30 YEARS OF TEACHING

SPEAKER: Deborah Brock, MHS, MT(ASCP)SH Tri-County Technical College

Over 30 years of teaching has provided insights into what works what does not. This presentation will give the top 10 lessons learned and includes information on how to use toys to teach difficult concepts, active learning strategies, and ways to maintain your sanity as a clinical laboratory educator.


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PREPARING FACULTY AND STUDENTS FOR TEACHING EVALUATIONS

SPEAKER: Adele Marone, MS, MT(ASCP) University of New Hampshire

This session will examine the preparation of first-year faculty and students for institutional course/teaching evaluations. Ideas on how institutions may create an evaluation process that will benefit new faculty in their development of teaching excellence will also be presented.


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HOW LEARNING WORKS: APPLYING RESEARCH-BASED PRINCIPLES TO TEACHING AND LEARNING

SPEAKER: Cecelia Landin, EdD, MLS(ASCP)CM Marquette University

This presentation will define and explain several learning principles, including implications of research for each principle. Using stories and examples from the classroom of a CLS program, application of methods and strategies to improve or enhance learning will be shared.


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STUDENT PHLEBOTOMY TRAINING: SAFETY AND LITIGATION ISSUES

SPEAKER: Kristen Coffey, MS, MB(ASCP) The University of West Florida

Student phlebotomy training is a hot-button topic at the University of West Florida. General counsel and institutional review board (IRB) have contributed to programmatic improvements. Primary areas of concern are student privacy, safety, and appropriate documentation. Improvements encompass additional training, paperwork, and waiver implementation, barcoding student samples, and needle-stick response training for faculty.


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PHLEBOTOMY PROGRAM CHALLENGES

SPEAKER: Brenna Ildza, BHS, MT(ASCP)SH Saint Luke’s Hospital

Phlebotomy programs are often faced with challenges due to the ever-changing laboratory educational environment. Two main challenges include student recruitment and clinical placement. The issues will be presented, as well as the strategies to overcome the challenges.

BEST PRACTICES IN PHLEBOTOMY

SPEAKER: Kathleen Finnegan, MS, MT(ASCP)SHCM Stony Brook University

Proper phlebotomy technique ensures patient safety and better patient care by reducing pre-analytical errors. The quality of blood specimens obtained from patients has an important role for prognosis, diagnosis, treatment, and patient management. The laboratory staff must recognize the importance of good phlebotomy technique for overall quality of laboratory results.

USING LEAN PRINCIPLES TO STREAMLINE CURRICULUM

SPEAKER: Joan Polancic, MSEd, MLS(ASCP)CM Denver Health School of Medical Laboratory Science

When the Denver Health School of Medical Laboratory Science needed to make curriculum changes to increase student numbers, it utilized in-house Lean facilitators to guide the advisory committee through a process. Several Lean tools were utilized, with the main focus of identifying value vs. non-value-added activities, resulting in an action plan to streamline the curriculum.


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BEST PRACTICES IN LABORATORY SIMULATION: ELIMINATING THE NEED FOR ROTATIONS

SPEAKERS: Janice Conway-Klaassen, PhD, MLS(ASCP)CMSMCM, FACS University of Minnesota

Pat Tille, PhD, MT(ASCP) University of Cincinnati

This session provides methods and evidence of successful strategies in laboratory simulation in NAACLS-accredited programs. Simulation data show that students build successful competencies and enhanced learning that is evident by improvement in certification exams, improved clinical performance, and rapid advancement in high complexity areas in comparison to traditional clinical site training.


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YOU CAN’T ALWAYS GET WHAT YOU WANT, YOU GET WHAT YOU NEED: EXPLORING THE ROTATION EXPERIENCE

SPEAKERS: Karen Beck, MA, MLS(ASCP)CM The Community College of Baltimore County

Lara Biagiotti, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM Stevenson University

Paula Mister, MS, SM(ASCP) Johns Hopkins Hospital

This session will examine using the clinical rotation for tacit experiences, highlighting the importance of effective, open communication and trust in the clinical liaison-program relationship. Presenters will specifically highlight how the partnership of their programs with Johns Hopkins Clinical Laboratories has benefited both the institutions and students, as well as ways to achieve such partnerships.


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CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY FOR NEW EDUCATORS

SPEAKER: Tera Webb, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM University of Alabama at Birmingham

Are you a new educator looking to translate what you do in practice into a strong education course? This session includes course organization and innovative activities to teach students what they need to know about clinical microbiology.


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INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN OF MLS AND MLT COURSES

SPEAKER: Erin Rumpke, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM University of Cincinnati

MLS and MLT course development requires continuous updates to reflect changes in practice. Effective instructional design models must address all dimensions of development. This session will describe the adaptation of Dick, Carey, and Carey’s Systems Approach Model (2015) to root content development and assessment phases of design into a discipline-specific approach.


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THE AUTISM SPECTRUM AND NEURODIVERSE LEARNERS IN THE CLINICAL SETTING

SPEAKER: Lynn Poth, MS, MT(ASCP), HCMC Hennepin Healthcare

From MLS and MLT to phlebotomy programs, students can require support to meet affective expectations during their internships. Facilitating success for all, including neurodiverse learners, while maintaining consistency in expectations and student experiences can be a challenge. This session will provide experiences from the trenches and advice from experts.


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INNOVATIVE CLINICAL EXPERIENCE MODEL

SPEAKER: Tami Alpaugh, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM University of Minnesota

This presentation will provide an overview of the University of Minnesota’s 12-week clinical experience, including the scheduling process, preparation for students and clinical sites, the importance of affective domain during and beyond clinicals, meaningful student assignments, and ways the university and program are working to improve clinical experiences for all students.


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CASE STUDIES TO TEACH DIMENSIONS OF PATIENT SAFETY

SPEAKERS: Karen Golemboski, PhD, MLS(ASCP)CM Bellarmine University

Catherine Otto, PhD, MLS(ASCP)CM Rutgers University

The ASCLS Patient Safety and Clinical Laboratory Science position paper, approved in 2015, identifies the importance of patient safety in clinical practice. Six dimensions—safe, effective, efficient, timely, patient-centered, and equitable—describe quality healthcare delivery in the 21st century. Case studies incorporating these dimensions will be presented to use in clinical laboratory education settings.


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#TWITTERHOMEWORK: A NOVEL PEDAGOGICAL PARADIGM IN PATHOLOGY EDUCATION

SPEAKER: Kamran Mirza, MD, PhD, MLS(ASCP), FASCP Loyola University Health System

This session explores the utility of social media (Twitter) as a novel pedagogical tool in pathology education. The session will describe the implementation and success of #TwitterHomework as a way to engage students beyond didactics.


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MINIMIZING THE EXPENSE AND COMPLEXITY OF TEACHING MOLECULAR TECHNIQUES TO MLT AND MLS STUDENTS

SPEAKERS: Sebastian Kraves, PhD miniPCR Bio

Alisa Petree, MHSM, MLS(ASCP)CM McLennan Community College

This presentation will demonstrate how the MLT program at McLennan Community College utilizes the miniPCR DNA Discovery System™ to provide students with hands-on training in molecular techniques. The labs provide a cost-effective, meaningful, and engaging way to teach molecular techniques. The equipment is also portable and powerful enough to conduct independent research topics.


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PEER TEACHING OBSERVATION: PROVIDING AND RECEIVING EXCELLENT FEEDBACK

SPEAKER: Rachel Morris, PhD, MLT(ASCP)CM Michigan State University

Peer observation is a powerful tool for improving teaching and learning, but many of us don’t know where to begin or feel intimidated by the idea of inviting someone into our classrooms. This presentation will discuss the benefits of peer observation and provide tools and guidance on best practices to make the process beneficial—and even pleasant!—for colleagues who wish to help one another grow as educators.


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THE USE OF ADMISSIONS MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS IN MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE PROGRAMS

SPEAKER: Hassan Aziz, PhD, FACSs, MLS(ASCP)CM The University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Maribeth Flaws, PhD, MLS(ASCP)CMSM, SI Rush University

Kathleen Hoag, PhD, MLS(ASCP)CM Michigan State University

Kathy Kenwright, EdD, MLS(ASCP)CMSI, MB University of Tennessee

Several professional programs utilize a centralized application service (CAS) to manage admissions. The participation of the medical laboratory science programs in one of these available systems has been extremely limited. The use of a national CAS system, supported by our professional associations, can manage the enrollment efforts of the programs, make more strategic decisions based on key enrollment and trend data, increase operational efficiencies and improve enrollment results, deliver an application experience that reflects high standards of excellence, and improve the reputation of the profession with prospective students. The presentation will conclude with a comparison of another professional CAS system in terms of enrollment management and data analysis.


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BUILDING AN ALTERNATE FORMAT MLT PROGRAM TO CATER TO NON-TRADITIONAL STUDENTS

SPEAKER: Jo Ellen Russell, MBA, MT(ASCP), RHIT, RMA(AMT) Panola College

This presentation will explore the changing student profile in technical education at community colleges and explore different methods of course delivery to meet the needs of those students.


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5:45 - 6:30 pm HAPPY HOUR

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7:15 - 8:45 am ESA MEETING AND BREAKFAST—Come and join your colleagues for breakfast and join in the Education Scientific Assembly (ESA) Business Meeting. All are welcome!


EVIDENCE-BASED STRATEGIES FOR FACE-TO-FACE TEACHING IN THE 21ST CENTURY

SPEAKER: Scott Moore, DO, MLS(ASCP)CM Weber State University

This interactive lecture with thought-provoking questions, reflection, and guided discussion will explore the evidence for teaching methods (e.g., video lectures, fill-in-the-blank handouts, flipped classrooms, traditional lectures, exam debriefing, Quizlet, Kahoot!, etc.); how to develop a culture of learning; and the benefits of flexibility.


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MLS PROGRAM DIRECTORS’ LEADERSHIP BEHAVIORS AND FACULTY’S MOTIVATION TO TEACH: IS THERE A RELATIONSHIP?

SPEAKER: Stephanie Blackburn, MHS, MLS(ASCP)CM Louisiana State University Health Shreveport

Leadership plays a pivotal role in the retention of MLS faculty. A leader’s behavior enhances employees’ performance, motivation, satisfaction, and organizational commitment. This session provides a synopsis of research that evaluated the perceived leadership behaviors of MLS program directors and their relationship with faculty motivation.


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MOTIVATIONAL INTERVIEWING FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

SPEAKER: Dino Liverano, MS, LMHC University of Central Florida

Motivational interviewing has shown to be an effective approach for assisting with helping others progress towards goals and create positive change. This presentation will focus on identifying the key concepts of motivational interviewing and explore implementing those concepts towards working with students in order to promote student success.


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INCREASING ON-CAMPUS IMMUNOHEMATOLOGY LABORATORY ACTIVITIES TO PREPARE STUDENTS FOR CLINICAL ROTATIONS

SPEAKERS: Justin Rhees, MS, SBB(ASCP)CM Weber State University

Bill Zundel, MS, SBB Brigham Young University

This presentation will compare and contrast how a 2+2 MLS program (Brigham Young University) and an MLT to MLS program (Weber State University) have increased their on-campus laboratory activities and implemented simulation and interprofessional educational experiences into the immunohematology laboratory curriculum to prepare their students for clinical rotations.


Intermediate



IT STARTS WITH ME! PROMOTING THE PROFESSION BEFORE STUDENTS ARE ON CAMPUS

SPEAKER: Beth Warning, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM University of Cincinnati

We are the voice of the laboratory profession and are challenged to spread the word, not only to increase student interest in our programs, but to help combat the workforce shortage. This session will share recruitment tools and activities for students of all ages that peak interest and promote the profession.


Intermediate

LESSONS LEARNED: A CURE IN MLS

SPEAKER: Deborah Johnson, MS, MT(ASCP)SM Illinois State University

A course-based undergraduate research experience (CURE) included as a requirement in an established course allows each student the opportunity to be a member of a team working on a meaningful research agenda. Positive student outcomes include equal access, equitable experience, and inclusiveness for all MLS students in our program.

MLS: THIS IS OUR STORY, IT’S TIME TO SHARE IT

SPEAKER: Rita Austin, DHEd, MLS(ASCP)CM Farmingdale State College

MLS feels undervalued and misunderstood by nurses. Learn how an applied research project increased nurse educators’ knowledge of MLS roles and improved attitudes toward the MLS program following participation in a seminar. A desire for interprofessional education sessions involving the MLS was expressed. It’s up to us to tell our story.

STUDENTS AS CUSTOMERS: ENHANCING SERVICE AND PROGRAM SATISFACTION

SPEAKER: Maribeth Flaws, PhD, MLS(ASCP)CMSM, SI Rush University

In this age of Twitter trolls and Yelp complainers, people have become conditioned to complain. This session will discuss successful strategies that can be used to manage student discontent and increase program satisfaction. The processes can be used to document program improvements for the NAACLS self study.


Advanced

REINFORCING CONCEPTS WITH VIRTUAL LABS IN CLINICAL CHEMISTRY

SPEAKER: Carol Rentas, PhD, MT(ASCP)SC George Washington University

In this session, the presenter will review the process of developing a web-based virtual lab (VL) using a topic in clinical chemistry. In addition, the presenter will demonstrate the ways in which the VL reinforces concepts covered in the didactic sessions while preparing the student for the hands-on component of the student laboratory.


Intermediate

DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A SPIRAL CURRICULUM: LESSONS LEARNED

SPEAKERS: Kathleen Hoag, PhD, MLS(ASCP)CM Michigan State University

Rachel Morris, PhD, MLT(ASCP)CM Michigan State University

Mariane Wolfe, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM Michigan State University

In this session, presenters will share their experiences in renovating the Michigan State University undergraduate curriculum to better prepare students to enter the workforce. They used the spiral curriculum as a foundation for the curriculum renovation. The session will discuss design, implementation, and assessment of the curriculum.


Basic

11:30 am - 12:30 pm CLOSING KEYNOTE

BUILDING CAPACITY FOR THE FUTURE: FOSTERING DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION IN ACADEME

SPEAKER: Jerrihlyn McGee, DNP, RN, CNE University of Kansas Medical Center

This presentation focuses on our population that annually grows older and more racially and ethnically diverse. This population will challenge the current healthcare system in many ways, particularly in the lack of diverse healthcare professionals who reflect this population. Academic institutions must strategically diversify their programs, thereby diversifying the healthcare workforce.


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REGISTRATION FEES EARLY BIRD

By Dec. 28REGULAR

Dec. 29 - Feb. 13ONSITE

Feb. 27 - 29

ASCLS Professional Member Full Registration $495 $565 $595

ASCLS Professional Member One-Day Registration $265 $310 $325

ASCLS Developing Professional Member Full Registration $395 $465 $495

Non-Member Full Registration $625 $695 $745

Non-Member One-Day Registration $340 $380 $410

Guest $125 $150 $175

NEW EDUCATOR PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP: $75/ASCLS Member; $95/Non-Member

CLEC 2020 registration includes up to 15 hours of P.A.C.E.®-approved continuing education, reception on Thursday, lunch on Friday, continental breakfast on Friday and Saturday, and a cocktail hour on Friday. Discounted early bird registration fees are only available through December 28, 2019.

The member fees listed above are for persons holding current membership in the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS). If you are not currently a member, join online at www.ascls.org/membership/join or submit a paper membership application and dues payment with your paper CLEC registration by mail to receive the member discount on your registration fee. For a membership application, call ASCLS at 571-748-3770 or download the form at www.ascls.org/join.

HOTELReserve your room at the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Hotel. Visit www.ascls.org/CLEC and click on the Accommodations tab for more information.

ROOM RATES: Single/double accommodations: $189 per night plus tax and fees. Tuesday, February 4, 2020, is the deadline for hotel registrations.

A Resort Fee ($35 per night) will also be added UNLESS you decline it at check-in. Resort fee includes:

•Disney Bus Transportation

•Local/1-800 Calls up to 60 minutes

•DVDNow Movie Rentals

•Two (2) 16 oz. Starbucks Coffees daily, redeemable at Mainstreet Market

•Two (2) 16.9 oz bottled water (Nestle Pure Life) daily, redeemable at Mainstreet Market

•$5.00 discount on one attraction ticket sold at the concierge desk (coupons cannot be combined

HOW TO REGISTER ONLINE REGISTRATION (Credit Card) Register online at www.ascls.org/CLEC. Click the Registration tab for online registration.

REGISTER BY MAIL (Check or Purchase Order)Download the registration form at www.ascls.org/CLEC.

MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: ASCLS CLEC. Payment must accompany your registration form for your registration to be processed. If paying by purchase order, please include your purchase order number on the registration form. NOTE: If purchase order payment is not received prior to the start of the conference, payment via check or credit card will be collected onsite or registration will not be honored. Mailed registrations postmarked by December 28 will qualify for the early bird registration fee discount. Registrations postmarked after this date will be processed at the regular registration rate.

Mail your completed registration form and payment to the mailing address indicated on the form.

For registration, membership, or other inquiries, contact the ASCLS office at 571-748-3770 or [email protected].

CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS If it becomes necessary for you to cancel your CLEC registration, please notify ASCLS in writing before December 28, 2019. Your registration fee will be refunded, less a $75 processing fee. Written cancellations/requests for refunds must include registrant’s name, signature, return address, and the name of the person, company, or institution to which the refund check should be made payable. If you must cancel after December 28, please find a substitute to send in your place, as no refunds will be issued after this date.

TRANSPORTATIONOrlando is served by Orlando International Airport (MCO). The Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Hotel is approximately 15 miles from the airport and a 25-minute drive.

•Average one-way taxi fare: $55

•Average one-way rideshare (Uber/Lyft): $30-$40

DISABILITY STATEMENT If you have a disability which requires special accommodations to access the meeting, please check the box and attach a letter describing your needs or requirements. This letter must be RECEIVED by December 28, 2019. With advance notice, ASCLS will help individuals to identify or arrange accommodations, so the attendee is not denied the privilege or service of the meeting.

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February 27-29, 2020

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