Effective methods of clinical education

Abstract

Objective: To provide an overview of key points and helpful tips related to engaging learners in different medical education settings, including the virtual education environment.

Data sources: Searches were conducted in PubMed and Google Scholar for articles and review papers on the topic of medical education.

Study selections: There was a focus on articles that reviewed best practices on a variety of topics related to medical education.

Results: Medical education is a critical part of any students' or trainees' educational curriculum or training program. There are different settings where medical education is provided, and both general and type-specific best practices can be considered. Those who spend time in medical education are continuously working on innovative ideas to enhance and improve how educators teach in both large and small group settings. More recently, the presenter must also consider whether the event will occur in a live or virtual setting as e-learning has become more popular and at times required, which has both benefits and challenges in medical education.

Conclusion: It is the responsibility of all those who work in medical education to provide interactive and engaging education to learners at all levels of training.