Rules of Engagement: Implementing Student-Centered Learning in Breast Imaging
Sheryl G Jordan1, Elizabeth C Deans2, Meredith Johnson2
1University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Department of Radiology, Chapel Hill, NC.
Journal of Breast Imaging
|March 1, 2024
Summary
The Breast Imaging Boot Camp, an integrated medical curriculum, successfully enhanced student learning and engagement. This innovative program improved core competencies and utilized modern teaching tools for better residency preparation.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Radiology
- Curriculum Development
Background:
- Medical education evolves to meet changing learner needs.
- Translational curricula integrate basic sciences with clinical skills.
- Early specialty exposure aids residency decisions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of the Breast Imaging Boot Camp.
- To assess the impact of an immersive breast imaging elective on medical students.
- To determine if the curriculum meets School of Medicine core competencies.
Main Methods:
- Implemented an immersive "Breast Imaging Boot Camp" elective.
- Included orientation documents, diverse clinical roles, symposia, and conferences.
- Utilized self-study, simulation labs, a dedicated website, and digital case files.
- Collected outcome data from March 2017 to April 2019.
Main Results:
- Medical student feedback and course analytics showed superior evaluations.
- The breast imaging educational website domain was the most viewed subspecialty.
- The program successfully integrated core competencies and utilized favored teaching tools.
Conclusions:
- The Breast Imaging Boot Camp is a successful and innovative curriculum.
- The integrated approach enhances medical student core competencies.
- Clinician educators effectively used modern teaching tools for student engagement.
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