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Melissa Victory Brodman1, Lillianne Villarreal2, Nadia Ahmed1
1Internal Medicine, University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Galveston, TX USA.
Medical Science Educator
|January 6, 2025
Summary
The Grab Bag Activity (GBA) is a student-led curriculum that builds community and fosters role-modeling to support professional identity development (PID) in medical students. Further assessment is needed to fully understand its benefits.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Professional Identity Development
Background:
- The introductory medical school curriculum is crucial for establishing professional identity.
- Student-led initiatives can enhance the learning experience and professional growth.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a student-coproduced curriculum designed to foster professional identity development (PID).
- To evaluate the impact of the Grab Bag Activity (GBA) on first-year medical students.
Main Methods:
- The Grab Bag Activity (GBA) is an informal, self-selected activity coordinated by upper-level students for incoming first-year students.
- The GBA facilitates peer, near-peer, and student-faculty relationships, promoting role-modeling and self-reflection.
Main Results:
- Participation in the GBA has increased over time.
- Students report enhanced confidence in communication, wellness, and career advancement.
- Formal feedback indicates a perceived value of the GBA.
Conclusions:
- The student-coproduced GBA establishes a foundation for PID by fostering community and role-modeling.
- Further detailed assessment is recommended to comprehensively define the perceived benefits of the GBA for students.
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