Achieving Excellence in Medical Education

ISBN-13: 9780857293060 / Angielski / Twarda / 2011 / 198 str.

Richard B. Gunderman

Opis

A goldmine of theoretical insights and practical suggestions, Achieving Excellence in Medical Education, Second Edition explores the essential question facing medical educators and learners today: What is our vision of educational excellence, and what can we do to enhance our performance?Among the topics explored within this updated, engaging, informative, and thought-provoking text are: Education's position as a priority of medical schools Seminal educational insights from non-medical educators Best practices of outstanding educators and learners Promises and pitfalls of new educational technologies Key resources for promoting excellence in medical education Medical education's role in preparing future leaders Leadership roles for medical schools in universities and societyReviews of the first edition: "This is an eloquent, quotable, and inspirational book that provides a template for "Achieving Excellence in Medical Education." - Journal of the American Medical Association"Gunderman is an accomplished educator, well known as a thoughtful and provocative teacher. . . I recommend his book to department chairs, clerkship and residency program directors, and education professionals who are shaping the future of medical education." - New England Journal of Medicine

Spis treści

Education Matters.- Theoretical Insights.- Understanding Learners.- Promoting Learners.- Educational Excellence.- Educational Technique.- Obstacles to Excellence.- Organizational Excellence.- Center of Excellence.- Educational Leadership.

O autorze

Dr Richard B. Gunderman is Vice Chairman, Department of Radiology and Director, Pediatric Radiology at Indiana University, Indianapolis, USA. He is also a professor of Medical Education, Philosophy, Liberal Arts, and Philanthropy.