The relationship between residents and their attending physicians is a critical component of effective clinical education. In this eLearning, learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of the resident/preceptor alliance, learn practical strategies to quickly establish and maintain a positive learning environment, and develop approaches to address the unique needs of both residents and the clinical team.This course was developed by the Office for Faculty Affairs and Continuing Professional ...

Not all feedback is useful. Not all of it is fair. And none of it should define how you see yourself as an educator.This course gives you a practical framework for unpacking difficult feedback, including student evaluations, so you can find what's worth acting on, let go of what isn't, and continue growing on your own terms.This course was developed by the Office for Faculty Affairs and Continuing Professional Development.  If you have questions about the content, please reach out to us! Em...

As a community preceptor, your evaluations are one of the most valuable tools your WSU residency program has for supporting resident development. This module walks you through why your evaluation matters, how to focus your assessment based on your clinical context, and how to write narrative feedback that is specific enough to actually help. This course was developed by the Office for Faculty Affairs and Continuing Professional Development.  If you have questions about the content, please r...

What are best practices for educators to set the stage when working with new learners? This online session will help participants identify strategies to create a positive learning climate, set expectations, and generate  learner-centered education goals when working with new learners. The Graduate Medical Education programs and Office of Faculty Development design and deliver up-to-date content in medical education topics for practitioners working with residents. The aim of these sessions i...

You have a goal... but turning that goal into action can feel overwhelming, especially with competing priorities and limited time. Many of us can define meaningful goals but get stuck turning those goals into action. This microlearning walks you exactly how to create a plan to help you achieve your goal!This course was developed by the Office for Faculty Affairs and Continuing Professional Development.  If you have questions about the content, please reach out to the medicine.faculty.develo...

Do you feel your lectures might contribute to the firehose of information overload? This session offers practical strategies to make your lectures more engaging and effective. Learn how to connect with your audience, improve visuals, enhance pre-class materials, and incorporate active learning techniques to boost student participation and retention.This course was adapted by the Office for Faculty Affairs and Continuing Professional Development from a live session presented by Ted Chauvin, PhD, ...

Conflict is to be expected.While members of any team share similar goals, whether that’s meeting a project deadline, serving students effectively, or keeping operations running smoothly, there are times when team members are at odds regarding how that work should be done. In fast-paced, high-pressure environments like higher education, professionals may find themselves in a high-stress conflict before they even recognize it has happened.Whether you are a supervisor, project lead, or team member,...

Feedback is essential to the development of medical trainees, as well as to the ongoing improvement of educators and medical education programs. Learners often perceive that they receive less feedback--and less USEFUL feedback--than educators believe they are giving. This FAMER (Faculty Advancing Medical Education in Residency) session is part 1 of a 2-part mini-series on feedback, focused on having effective feedback conversations. The eLearning version includes a recording of the live session ...

This recorded session is designed for Clerkship faculty to enhance their engagement and development. The session provides a high-level overview of the evolving curriculum and assessment strategies, focusing on aspects relevant to clerkship preceptors. It also highlights best practices in clinical teaching, including adapting to current medical school practices and student needs, and reinforce awareness and response strategies for student mistreatment. This eLearning was developed based on a...

The future of healthcare is being shaped by innovative thinkers—many of whom are neurodiverse, with learning and attentional differences. Their unique perspectives, problem-solving skills, and resilience make them invaluable contributors to medicine. But how can we create environments where they truly thrive?In this eLearning course, you’ll explore practical strategies, resources, and support systems that empower neurodiverse learners to succeed, helping foster a more inclusive and dynamic healt...