[15] Getting feedback and coaching right
KeyLIME+ (Key Lessons and Innovations in Medical Education)
Release Date: 04/01/2025
KeyLIME+ (Key Lessons and Innovations in Medical Education)
In the Season 1 finale of KeyLIME+, Adam shares reflections on a memorable first year, highlighting listener feedback and key insights from across the season. We revisit important conversations about balancing wellness with excellence in medical education, rethinking med school admissions, applying cognitive load theory to clinical teaching, and leading change with humility. Thanks to all our listeners and contributors for being part of Season 1 — KeyLIME+ will be back in September with an exciting Season 2! Length of episode: 36:50 Resources to check out ...
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In this episode of KeyLIME+, Adam (along with co-host Dr. Victor Do) delve into the critical role of feedback and coaching in medical education with guest Dr. Adelle Atkinson. They explore the distinctions between feedback and coaching, the significance of low-stakes assessment, and the impact of the learning environment on learner outcomes. The conversation emphasizes the need for strong relationships between supervisors and learners, the idea of psychological safety, and the importance of providing actionable feedback to foster growth and competence in medical training. Length of...
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info_outlineIn this episode of KeyLIME+, Adam (along with co-host Dr. Victor Do) delve into the critical role of feedback and coaching in medical education with guest Dr. Adelle Atkinson. They explore the distinctions between feedback and coaching, the significance of low-stakes assessment, and the impact of the learning environment on learner outcomes. The conversation emphasizes the need for strong relationships between supervisors and learners, the idea of psychological safety, and the importance of providing actionable feedback to foster growth and competence in medical training.
Length of Episode: 43:03
Resources to check out:
Atkinson A, Watling CJ, Brand PLP. Feedback and coaching. Eur J Pediatr. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34021400/
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