BEING A GOOD LEARNER IN DIFFERENT LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS

This module focuses on how to excel in various learning environments that medical students often find themselves in, such as lecture halls, bedside tutorials, and ward rounds. It also provides strategies to make the most of these settings and develop a proactive, engaging approach to learning.

By the end of the module students will be able to: 

1. Outline strategies for active engagement in different learning environments.
2. Understand how to transition from passive to active learning in different environments.
3. Apply the principles of active learning in high-pressure clinical settings, like ward rounds.
4. Address challenges in these learning environments, such as hierarchical structures or anxiety

Sections

• Excelling in lecture halls and classroom teaching: Discuss strategies for being an active learner in lecture halls, including note-taking techniques and questioning approaches.
• Participating in bedside tutorials: Explore the benefits of asking questions and interacting with patients and clinicians during bedside tutorials.
• Thriving in ward rounds: Discuss strategies for making the most of ward rounds, including preparation, participation, and learning from feedback.
• Overcoming barriers to active learning: Identify and address barriers to learning in clinical settings, such as fear of asking questions or the intimidation of authority figures.