Name
Teaching Research in EMS Education: Building Evidence-Based Practitioners
Date & Time
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Speakers
Leah Tilden, Jones and Bartlett LearningAssessment Development ManagerLeah Tilden is the Assessment Development Manager at Fisdap, with over 25 years of EMS experience and over 20 years in EMS education. At Fisdap, Leah is responsible for the delivery of valid, reliable, high-quality EMS exams. Leah earned her Doctorate in Education from Baylor University in Waco TX, and her research focuses on the preservice training of EMS educators. Leah has been a co-author on several key research studies and a speaker and poster presenter at the National Association of EMS Educators and the EMS World Expo, among others. In her free time, Leah's 13-year-old son keeps her busy with boy scouts, archery, and school activities; she's an avid member of Burn Boot Camp; and a self-proclaimed reluctant runner.
Description
Research literacy is not optional—it’s a core requirement in the National EMS Education Standards for all four provider levels. Yet teaching research can be challenging when many EMS educators and providers have never conducted research themselves. This session equips educators with practical strategies to teach research concepts effectively in EMS classrooms.
We’ll explore foundational principles, active learning techniques, and real-world applications that make research engaging and relevant. Participants will learn how to integrate research into curriculum, overcome barriers, and design activities that foster critical thinking and evidence-based decision-making. Empower your students to question, analyze, and innovate.
NYS CME - 1 Hour - Educator
Session Type
General Session
