Medical teacher
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The mini-clinical evaluation exercise (mini-CEX) is a widely used tool with a strong theoretical basis. It was introduced to UK foundation training in 2005. ⋯ A more concerted effort to educate trainees and assessors regarding the correct use of mini-CEX will enhance its educational value. Increased education during undergraduate training regarding use of formative assessment may lead to more effective utilisation in the postgraduate setting.
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Surgeons in training undertake procedure-based assessment (PBA) with their trainers. Time pressures limit when this occurs. Self-assessment would provide additional opportunities but requires evaluation of your own skills and knowledge. ⋯ Our results suggest self-assessment PBA is valid for formative assessment. It identified a wide range of learning outcomes. Self-assessment PBA would help trainees maximise every learning opportunity and practice self-assessment skills.
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To report pilot results for international benchmarking of learning outcomes among 426 final year medical students at the University of Queensland (UQ), Australia. ⋯ International benchmarking is feasible and provides a variety of useful benchmarking opportunities.
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Greater emphasis needs to be placed on medical student palliative care education within the Australian arena. The development of a comprehensive, relevant and practical educational curriculum in this area during medical school is imperative in order to adequately equip the future junior medical workforce. Further development of a national palliative care curriculum as well as research comparing various teaching methods and curricula should be the priorities in the near future.