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Advancing knowledge and research: developing a doctoral program in clinical and translational science.

Debra W Moore¹, Terri Collin Dilmore, Georgeanna F W B Robinson

¹Institute for Clinical Research Education, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.

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Developing educational programs in clinical and translational science requires careful consideration of purpose and philosophy. Integrating knowledge, skills, and attitudes is key for effective curriculum planning, implementation, and evaluation.

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Area of Science:

Clinical and Translational Science Education

Background:

The rapid growth of clinical and translational science necessitates standardized educational frameworks.
Establishing national standards for programs, competencies, and milestones is an ongoing process.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline critical considerations for planning, implementing, and evaluating curricula in emerging scientific fields.
To emphasize the importance of aligning educational philosophy with program development.

Main Methods:

The article provides a conceptual framework for curriculum design.
It discusses the integration of philosophy, competencies, and assessments.

Main Results:

Key issues in curriculum development are identified.
The necessity of a purposeful intertwining of philosophy, competencies, and assessments is highlighted.

Conclusions:

Effective curricula require a deliberate integration of knowledge, skills, and attitudes.
Educational philosophy must guide the development and evaluation of clinical and translational science programs.