Award-Winning Medical Teaching (ePub)

This book features the teaching pearls of 30 award-winning teachers from the University of Toronto, Harvard, Hopkins, Washington University, University of Connecticut, and Western University.

Unlike other texts that focus heavily on education theory, we concentrate on the pragmatic teaching tips and the teaching philosophies of acclaimed front-line instructors. The text begins with a brief review of education principles including learning theories, active learning, curriculum development, writing learning objectives, competency-based education, and delivering feedback. Articles from the Best Evidence for Medical Education series are referenced.

The remainder of the book presents practical teaching pearls from award-winning physicians and professors. The contributors include foundational science professors, primary care physicians, internists, and surgeons. Each author discusses their career evolution, teaching philosophy, teaching tips, and thoughts on the future of pedagogy in their specialty. Most of the teaching tips are cross-disciplinary and immediately applicable to practice.

The last section discusses advanced topics including medical professionalism, continuing professional development, humor, the 2SLGBTQ+ and indigenous curricula, online teaching, simulation, and medical education leadership.

In closing, good teaching is powerful and affords many leadership opportunities for positive social action. Furthering this notion, the text is distributed free/at cost in hopes that satisfied readers will contribute to their local food banks.

The print version is available on A_m_a_z_o_n at cost.

REVIEWER COMMENTS
"This one-of-a-kind manuscript with teaching pearls from award-winning teachers in different specialties of medicine is easy to read, contains great tips even for seasoned teachers, and is highly recommended!" Dr. Nurhan Torun, Harvard U.

"A treasure trove of knowledge on the philosophy of medical teaching and its application to healthcare … invaluable for both educators and learners". Dr. Ahsen Hussain, Dalhousie U.

"The text delivers a comprehensive approach to teaching not only medical students but also active learners in any academic sphere. It is an indispensable toolbox for those involved in medical education. I believe that every teacher, as well as every student, should devote the time to reading this most valuable resource." Dr. Bryan Arthurs, McGill U.

"Informative, encouraging, and energizing! The book provides all kinds of innovative ideas …. that can be readily incorporated into your current teaching style. A must-read for staff, residents, and fellows, staff." Dr. David Jordan, U. Ottawa

*A unique insight into the science and art of teaching in medical education, that taps into a community of practice in health professions education in an approachable and practical fashion. Worth the time to read and understand the various perspectives and insights of contemporary leaders in the field."
Dr. Salvatore Spadafora, U. Toronto

"A fascinating book sharing the collective wisdom of 25 award-winning, often inspirational teachers that concisely summarizes some of the current cornerstone concepts of educational theory."
Dr. Lorne Bellan, U. Manitoba

*An engaging ... comprehensive review of educational theory with a series of essays by renowned medical educators sharing their teaching tips. The text is timely given the evolving medical curriculum, and should be a very useful resource for medical teachers at any stage of their careers."
Dr. Peter Dolman, U. British Columbia