SMALL GROUP LEARNING at FSM

1. occurs in all courses

1.1. PPS

1.2. S-F

1.3. MDM

1.4. PBL

1.4.1. objectives

1.4.1.1. identify learning issues (identify knowledge gaps)

1.4.1.2. pursue learning issues (info literacy)

1.4.1.3. present learning issues (communicate knowledge)

1.4.1.4. analyze/summarize/integrate/solve problems

1.4.1.5. collaborate with peers (assume roles, provide/receive feedback)

2. is driven by principles of ADULT LEARNING

2.1. takes advantage of previous experiences/knowledge

2.2. adults are autonomous and self-directed

2.3. adults are goal-directed

2.4. adults relevancy-oriented and practical

2.5. adults need to be respected as learners

2.6. adults are motivated to learn by extrinsic and intrinsic motivation

2.7. adults learn best when they are active participants

2.8. adults learn more effectively when given timely feedback and reinforcement

3. Improves Learning Outcomes

4. Reflects how we take care of PATIENTS

5. requires SKILLS

5.1. preparation

5.2. listening/understanding/respect/tolerance

5.3. division of labor / take on different roles

5.4. be open to challenges and feedback

5.5. assert yourself, be engaged and PARTICPATE

5.6. be TRUTHFUL (know what you don't know)

6. assessed by COMPETENCIES

6.1. PBMR

6.2. PASC

6.3. CES

6.4. PCMC

6.5. CLQI

6.6. SATBC

6.7. ECIS

6.8. MKS

7. can also be done via Team-Based Learning

7.1. IRAT/GRAT

7.2. IF/AT cards

7.3. Group Application Exercises