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[Basic research to guide alterations in an outcome-based curriculum]
1Medical Education Department, Chonbuk National University Medical School, Jeonju, Korea.
Korean Journal of Medical Education
|March 25, 2015
Summary
Medical school curriculum analysis reveals gaps in graduate outcome importance and achievement. Reorganization is needed to better prepare students for basic medical treatment, with seniors showing higher perceived achievement.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Curriculum Development
- Outcome-Based Education
Context:
- Analysis of the current medical school curriculum at Chonbuk National University.
- Survey of 103 juniors, 90 seniors, and 97 professors.
Purpose:
- To provide foundational data for improving an outcome-based medical curriculum.
- To guide curriculum alterations based on current educational analysis.
Summary:
- Significant discrepancies exist between perceived importance and achievement of subgraduate and graduate outcomes.
- Students prioritize competencies other than medical research and report 50-60% achievement of graduate outcomes.
- Curriculum reorganization is recommended based on student and professor feedback on importance, appropriateness, and satisfaction.
Impact:
- Informs curriculum improvement to enhance graduates' ability to provide basic medical treatment.
- Highlights the need for a revised curriculum to better align with essential medical competencies.
- Identifies areas for targeted intervention to bridge the gap in student achievement.
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