Longitudinal Seminar in Medical Education

MEDED 703A Subject & Catalog Number

Description

A required foundational course for students in the MMSc in Medical Education program. This seminar is divided into four modules that cover seminal topics in medical education: curriculum development; adult learning theory; educational technology; and assessment in medical education. The longitudinal seminar will also prepare students for other longitudinal activities they will take on as a community, including but not limited to the following: beginning to develop the thesis required in the second year of the program, leading and participating in journal clubs to specifically review and critique contemporary literature, and learning practical skills for medical education research. This seminar will also provide students an opportunity to engage expert faculty and guest lecturers who are leaders in medical education in small groups and cover special topics.