Functional and Dysfunctional Characteristics of the Prevailing Model of Clinical Evaluation Systems in North American Medical Schools.

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Title: Functional and Dysfunctional Characteristics of the Prevailing Model of Clinical Evaluation Systems in North American Medical Schools.
Language: English
Authors: Hunt, D. Daniel
Source: Academic Medicine. Apr 1992 67(4):254-259.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 6
Publication Date: 1992
Intended Audience: Teachers; Administrators; Practitioners
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Clinical Experience, Evaluation Methods, Higher Education, Medical Education, Medical Schools, Models, Professional Education, Program Design, Program Effectiveness, Program Evaluation, Student Evaluation, Surveys
ISSN: 1040-2446
Abstract: Drawing from survey data (n=138 medical schools in the United States and Canada), a study analyzed medical schools' systems for evaluating student progress in clinical experiences. The 4-stage model used by most schools, common and unique characteristics, and 17 symptoms of system errors, signaling a need for system review, are outlined. (Author/MSE)
Journal Code: CIJSEP1992
Entry Date: 1992
Accession Number: EJ444669
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Drawing from survey data (n=138 medical schools in the United States and Canada), a study analyzed medical schools' systems for evaluating student progress in clinical experiences. The 4-stage model used by most schools, common and unique characteristics, and 17 symptoms of system errors, signaling a need for system review, are outlined. (Author/MSE)
ISSN:1040-2446