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The one-way glass or mirror is an acknowledged teaching tool in academic family practice. Most teaching units use this device. The authors contend that despite its widespread use, standards are incompletely developed and 'contracts' between trainees, patients and teachers are often not specific. However, it can be used creatively to enhance the relationship between the patient, trainee and teacher or preceptor.This article raises questions which should be directly faced by family practice teaching units. The unique way in which each unit will solve these questions or problems will determine a good part of not only the character, but the effectiveness of teaching in general within the unit.
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