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Curriculum evaluation from the trainees' perspective: application to the ALWP ATSM.
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, UK. drsujitmuk@yahoo.co.in
Summary
This study proposes evaluating the Advanced Labour Ward Practice (ALWP) Advanced Training Skills Module (ATSM) using RUFDATA and Kirkpatrick models. Effective curriculum evaluation ensures program improvement and validation.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Curriculum Development
- Professional Training Evaluation
Background:
- The Advanced Labour Ward Practice (ALWP) Advanced Training Skills Module (ATSM) is crucial for advanced trainees in obstetrics and gynecology.
- Competencies acquired prepare trainees for consultant roles, ensuring 24-hour delivery suite coverage.
- Effective evaluation methods are needed to assess the quality and impact of such specialized training.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a framework for evaluating the ALWP ATSM educational intervention.
- To apply established medical education evaluation models to this specific module.
- To identify and discuss barriers to successful curriculum evaluation and potential solutions.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing the RUFDATA principles for framing evaluation decisions.
- Applying the Kirkpatrick model for program evaluation across four levels: reaction, learning, behavior, and results.
- Analyzing potential ethical considerations, particularly regarding surrogate measures for clinical outcomes.
Main Results:
- The proposed evaluation framework integrates RUFDATA and Kirkpatrick models for comprehensive assessment.
- Discussion of common barriers to effective curriculum evaluation in postgraduate medical training.
- Identification of strategies to overcome these barriers for improved program validation.
Conclusions:
- Curriculum evaluation is essential for the expansion, modification, and validation of educational programs like the ALWP ATSM.
- The RUFDATA and Kirkpatrick models provide a robust structure for evaluating advanced medical training modules.
- Addressing ethical concerns and practical barriers is key to successful and meaningful evaluation.
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