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Self-assessment for maintenance of certification.
Jennifer Bosma1, David Laszakovits, Robert R Hattery
1American Board of Radiology, Tucson, AZ 85711, USA. jbosma@theabr.org
Journal of the American College of Radiology : JACR
|April 7, 2007
Summary
Self-assessment modules (SAMs) enhance lifelong learning for radiologists within the American Board of Radiology's (ABR) Maintenance of Certification. This review outlines best practices for creating and using SAMs to support continuous professional development.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Radiology
- Professional Development
Background:
- Lifelong learning is crucial for the American Board of Radiology's (ABR) Maintenance of Certification.
- Self-assessment is a key component of this lifelong learning process.
- Understanding adult learning principles is vital for effective self-assessment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the literature on self-assessment in higher education and professional development.
- To apply these principles to the creation and utilization of self-assessment modules (SAMs) for ABR Maintenance of Certification.
- To report data on the use of ABR-qualified SAMs.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on self-assessment in adult learning.
- Synthesis of findings to inform SAM development and use.
- Analysis of data from ABR-qualified SAMs.
Main Results:
- Self-assessment plays a distinct role in adult professional learning.
- Principles for effective SAM creation and application were identified.
- Data on the utilization of ABR-qualified SAMs were presented.
Conclusions:
- Radiologists can enhance lifelong learning through effective self-assessment module (SAM) use.
- Best practices for SAMs support continuous professional development in radiology.
- Future opportunities exist for SAM development to further support radiologist education.
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