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Residents' perceptions of their role as teachers
A Apter1, R Metzger, J Glassroth
1Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, Illinois.
Journal of Medical Education
|December 1, 1988
Summary
Internal medicine residents view teaching as vital to their education and experience. Improving resident teaching satisfaction involves reducing distractions, dedicating more time, increasing faculty guidance, and structuring content.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Graduate Medical Education
- Physician Training
Background:
- Resident teaching is crucial for medical trainees.
- Resident perspectives on their educator roles are under-examined.
- Understanding these views informs educational strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore internal medicine residents' perceptions of their teaching roles.
- To identify factors influencing residents' job satisfaction in teaching.
- To suggest improvements for resident-led medical education.
Main Methods:
- A questionnaire was developed and administered.
- 55 internal medicine residents participated.
- Data analyzed to identify correlations and influencing factors.
Main Results:
- Residents enjoy teaching and see it as integral to their development.
- Teaching views were independent of prior experience or career plans.
- Teaching satisfaction correlated with several variables.
Conclusions:
- Resident teaching is valued by residents themselves.
- Specific interventions can enhance the resident teaching experience.
- Faculty support and structured sessions are key to improving resident education.
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