Policy on Preparation of Residents for Teaching

Requirement:

All incoming residents are required to participate in a GME orientation workshop on the topic of teaching and creating a positive learning environment. This educational activity prepares them for teaching and assessing medical students.

Additional Support Available:

A longitudinal program, the Physician Educator Certificate Program, is offered to residents and fellows who desire additional training in pedagogy to build effective teaching skills.
Workshops such as “Effective Teaching,” “Providing Feedback,” and “Assessment of Learners” are offered through the Office of Educational Programs. Workshops can be requested at any time.

Policy Name
Policy on Preparation of Residents for Teaching

Policy Number - DO NOT USE

Original Approval Date
17 January 2024

Approved by
Curriculum Committee (17 January 2024)

Periodic Review Schedule
Every 3 years, next review due on 01 FEB 2027

Applicable Stakeholders
Medical students, residents, fellows

Purpose of Policy

To describe the requirements for the preparation of residents and fellows for their role in teaching medical students.

Review Completed by
N/A

Notified Groups & Methods of Communication
Public, MMS Website
Residents/Fellows, Orientation

Type of policy
Minor Revision of an existing policy

Template Completion Date
19 January 2024

Originating Office/Committee
Office of Educational Programs

Responsible Office/Committee For Implementation And Monitoring
Office of Educational Programs

LCME Required Policy
Yes

LCME Element(s) Number and Description

9.1 Preparation of Resident and Non-Faculty Instructors

In a medical school, residents, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and other non-faculty instructors in the medical education program who supervise or teach medical students are familiar with the learning objectives of the course or clerkship and are prepared for their roles in teaching and assessment. The medical school provides resources to enhance residents’ and non-faculty instructors’ teaching and assessment skills and provides central monitoring of their participation in those opportunities.