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  • Medical Education
  • Health Professions Education Assessment
  • Clinical Competency Assurance

Background:

  • Assessment is crucial in Medical and Health Professions Education (MHPE) for evaluating knowledge, skills, and professionalism.
  • Ensuring clinical competency is a core requirement for MHPE programs globally.
  • Existing assessment systems require robust frameworks for continuous quality improvement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the AMEE ASPIRE-to-Excellence assessment framework for evaluating MHPE assessment systems.
  • To detail evidence-based components and stimulus questions for assessing assessment quality.
  • To highlight strategies for demonstrating excellence in assessment practices.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized the AMEE ASPIRE-to-Excellence framework, which includes five key stimulus questions.
  • Analyzed assessment practices from diverse submissions to the ASPIRE award program.
  • Synthesized strategies for successful demonstration and evidence of assessment excellence.

Main Results:

  • The framework provides a matrix for 'assessing assessment' across key domains.
  • Identified strategies for aligning assessment programs with institutional missions and global health goals.
  • Demonstrated how assessment can foster learning opportunities and ensure student progression.
  • Highlighted the importance of quality control, scholarship, and innovation in assessment.

Conclusions:

  • The ASPIRE-to-Excellence framework offers a comprehensive approach to evaluating and improving assessment in MHPE.
  • Implementing evidence-based strategies ensures robust assessment systems that enhance learning and clinical competency.
  • Excellence in assessment requires a commitment to continuous quality improvement, scholarship, and innovation.