Formal, structured teaching in postgraduate training: a learner-centred educational programme.

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Obstetrics and Gynecology Training

Background:

• Postgraduate medical training often struggles to implement learner-centered approaches effectively.
• Traditional methods may not adequately foster self-directed learning skills in trainees.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and evaluate a novel postgraduate educational program in obstetrics and gynaecology.
• To promote self-directed learning among trainees through a structured, rolling program.

Main Methods:

• Implementation of a 2-year rolling postgraduate program in obstetrics and gynaecology.
• Integration of independent learning, large-group interactive presentations, and small-group peer-led activities.
• Focus on equipping trainees with knowledge, skills, and attitudes for self-directed learning.

Main Results:

• The program aims to equip trainees with essential knowledge, skills, and attitudes.
• It provides a framework for fostering self-directed learning in a postgraduate setting.

Conclusions:

• The developed program offers a structured approach to enhance self-directed learning in obstetrics and gynaecology postgraduate training.
• This initiative addresses the challenge of implementing learner-centered education in specialized medical fields.