Educational Development
The Office of Graduate Medical Education is dedicated to providing comprehensive educational support to residents, fellows, and programs. Our Educational Development program offers a range of services designed to enhance the learning experience and professional growth of our trainees. These services include High Stakes Exams Assistance, where we provide targeted support to help trainees excel in critical assessments. We also offer Education Design Consults, providing expert guidance on developing effective educational strategies and curricula.
In addition, we deliver engaging Lectures and Workshops on a variety of educational topics, aimed at enriching the knowledge and skills of our trainees. Our goal is to foster an environment that promotes the growth, well-being, and development of both trainees and programs. By ensuring that trainees are well-prepared for their careers, we strive to cultivate the next generation of medical professionals who are equipped to excel in their fields.
Educational Development Services
High-stakes exams present significant challenges, including intense pressure and anxiety for trainees, which can impact their performance. These exams often require extensive preparation and a deep understanding of complex material, making them a daunting hurdle. Additionally, the outcomes of these exams can have major implications for a trainee's career progression, adding to the stress and importance of performing well.
Our goal is to ensure the success of our trainees who have not passed Step 3, COMLEX-3, or their Professional Board Exam through the following approach:
- Identify Barriers to Exam Success: Meet with the trainee to discuss and identify any obstacles they are facing in their exam preparation.
- Evaluate Study Strategies and Materials: Review the trainee's current study strategies and exam materials to ensure they are effective and comprehensive.
- Develop a Personalized Study Plan: Create a weekly study plan tailored to the trainee's schedule and important events, ensuring a balanced and manageable approach to exam preparation.
- Monitor Progress Regularly: Schedule regular check-ins to assess the trainee's progress, provide feedback, and make any necessary adjustments to the study plan.
- Provide Support Resources: Connect the trainee with Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness resources as needed to support their overall well-being and stress management.
Our Conference and Education Elective Design Consults offer tailored support to enhance your educational programs. We assist in developing and refining conference content and elective courses, ensuring they meet your specific goals and objectives. Our consults focus on innovative teaching methods, engaging content delivery, and effective assessment strategies to create impactful and enriching learning experiences for all trainees. Let us help you elevate your educational offerings to the next level.
- Evaluate Current Didactic Structure and Program Goals
- Assess the effectiveness of the current curriculum and its alignment with program objectives.
- Identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Analyze Resident and Faculty Involvement
- Review the roles and contributions of residents and faculty in the program.
- Ensure their goals are aligned with the overall program objectives.
- Explore Alternative Content Delivery Methods and Teaching Styles
- Investigate innovative approaches for delivering content and engaging learners.
- Consider diverse teaching styles to accommodate different learning preferences.
- Implement and Assess Strategies for Curricular Changes
- Create actionable plans to introduce and integrate curricular changes.
- Establish metrics and methods for assessing the impact of these changes.
Are you interested in enhancing your medical education skills? Our workshops and lectures cover a wide range of topics designed to elevate your teaching and learning experience. From understanding learning theories and creating meaningful goals to mastering content delivery methods and providing effective feedback, our sessions are tailored to meet your needs. Whether you're looking to improve bedside teaching, develop robust curricula, or implement innovative teaching strategies, our expert-led workshops and lectures provide the tools and knowledge you need to succeed. Join us to take your medical education expertise to the next level!
Bedside Teaching and Microteaching Methods
- Direct Observation
- Balancing Autonomy
- Matching Microteaching Method with Learner Level
Supervising New Learners
- Safe Learning Environment
- “Meeting” New Learners
- Creating SMART Goals
- Giving and Receiving Feedback
Giving and Receiving Feedback
- Setting Expectations
- Development of SMART Goals
- Creation of Feedback Plan
- Focus on Common Goal
- Best Practices
Procedural Teaching
- Creating Procedural Checklists
- Deliberate Practice
- Mastery Based Learning
- Bedside Strategies
Introduction to Learning Theory
- Pedagogy vs. Andragogy
- Self-Directed Learning Theory
- Zone of Proximal Development and More!
Creating Meaningful Goals and Learning Objectives
- Bloom’s Taxonomy
- Focused Lecture Structure
- Crafting and Submitting Didactics at National Level
Content Delivery Methods
- Lecture and Case-Based Learning
- Small and Large Group Learning
- Problem and Team Based Learning
- Gamification and Low-Cost Sim
- Dialogue Education
Rubric Design and Implementation in Recruitment
- Holistic, Single Point, Analytic
- Equitable Recruitment Strategies
- Pearls and Pitfalls
The transition to fellowship can be challenging due to increased responsibilities and expectations. Fellows are tasked with educating and supervising trainees while also navigating their early careers. Given the variable educational training fellows receive prior to starting their fellowship, managing learners, providing feedback, and employing effective teaching methods can be particularly daunting, especially in non-education fellowship programs.
To address these challenges, we have developed a comprehensive workshop designed to facilitate the transition of fellows into supervisory roles. This program emphasizes key areas such as supervising learners, on-shift teaching, and career development. Our goal is to equip fellows with the skills and confidence needed to excel in their supervisory and educational responsibilities, ensuring a smooth and successful transition into their fellowship roles
Meet our Director of GME Educational Development
Allison Beaulieu, MD, MAEd, is an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine, Residency Program Director, and Director of GME Educational Development at the University of Utah. She completed her Emergency Medicine Residency at the University of Massachusetts and a Fellowship in Medical Education, earning a combined degree in Biomedical Education from The Ohio State University. During her tenure at the University of Utah, Dr. Beaulieu developed and implemented the first Medical Education Fellowship, significantly enhancing educational opportunities for residents and fellows.
In her new role in GME, Dr. Beaulieu focuses on developing and delivering workshops and lectures on educational topics to residency and fellowship programs. She supports trainees with high-stakes exams, transition-to-fellowship workshops, and education-based initiatives. Her efforts have greatly improved the educational experience, ensuring trainees are well-prepared for their careers. Dr. Beaulieu is known for her supportive mentorship, helping many navigate the challenges of medical education and professional development. Her interests include medical education, curriculum development, professional development, and mentorship.
Resources
- AAMC Professional Development for Medical Educators
- Teaching in Medicine Podcasts
- University of Utah Academy of Health Science Educators Resources
- University of Utah Health Leadership Training Courses
- University of Utah Masters of Health Professions Education
- Utah Coaching and Advancement Network (UCAN)