Figure 1
Activity systems with boundary objects.
Note: Adapted from Moore, Ploettner and Deal [38]. Object1 and object2 refer to objectives of the activity systems, whereas boundary objects refer to artefacts that are used to bridge between the two contexts.
Table 1
Phases of data collection and aims.
| PHASE | AIM | DATA COLLECTION METHODS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Orientation | Orientation on distinct categories of Boundary Objects, piloting interview | Pilot interview and first inventory for Boundary Objects with the clinical educator |
| Screening of Boundary Objects that were sent after the pilot interview | ||
| 2 Intentions of boundary objects | Insight into the types and nature of boundary objects (for follow up interviews and to inform analysis), insight into their intended objectives and use | Interviews and request to send additional Boundary Objects after the interview with clinical educators/team leads and school teachers |
| Screening of Boundary Objects which were handed over after interviews | ||
| 3 Use of boundary objects | Insight into experiences and barriers to the use of Boundary Objects | Interviews with supervisors3 and students, with Boundary Objects as primers |
| Interactions around learning; role of Boundary Objects during an actual shift | Observations of students with their supervisors (who did not participate in interviews) |