What is Learning?
This module has been replaced in the MMedEd course structure by MD967: Evidence and Values in Clinical Education
Course Dates:
The What is Learning? module aims to help students develop a sound understanding of the principles of adult learning.
Module Aims:
The module aims for students to:
- Development of a theoretical base for lifelong learning in clinical practice
- An understanding of the principles of adult learning
- Ability to establish a learning culture with trainees and health care professionals
- Acquisition of skills to enable participants to reflect on and extend their own repertoire of learning styles
- Application of the General Medical Council’s (GMC’s) publication, Tomorrows Doctors, and the concepts of problem-based and self-directed learning
- Development of skills in facilitation of learning and mentoring
- The ability to identify learning needs and supervise the writing of a personal learning / development plan
- Ability to reflect on attitudes to, and feelings about learning and teaching
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Understanding of the role of the assignment and portfolio in the learning process
Module Delivery and Assessment
The module runs over five days and uses a range of styles including lecturing, group discussion, presentations and reflection. The module is assessed by 4000 word assignment.
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