4. Development of Learning Outcomes in Domains of Learning For each of the domains of learning shown below indicate: · A brief summary of theknowledge or skill the course is intended to develop; · A description of the teaching strategies to be used in the course to develop that knowledge or skill; · The methods of student assessment to be used in the course to evaluate learning outcomes in the domain concerned. |
a. Knowledge |
(i) Description of the knowledge to be acquired Students should have sufficient knowledge and understanding of: · The normal structure, function and development of the human body and interaction between body and mind · The normal pregnancy and child birth, the principles of antenatal and postnatal care · The aetiology, pathogenesis, clinical presentation, natural history and prognosis of common physical and mental disease, particular those which pose acute danger to function, life or the community. · The common diagnostic tests and procedures, their uses, limitations and costs · The management of common conditions including pharmacological, psychological, physical and nutritional therapy · The principles of health education, disease prevention, rehabilitation and the care of the suffering and dying. · The principles and ethics related to health care and the Islamic and legal responsibilities of the medical profession · Identify the role of the family physician in providing comprehensive health care and Identifying health needs and problems according to the human life cycle. · Identify the etiology, clinical manifestations, differential diagnosis, prevention and management of the common, important and emergency medical conditions affecting all age groups in the population according to the best available evidence. · List the basis of research and evidence based medicine. |
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop that knowledge ·Theoretical part. through interactive lectures and self-teaching • Clinical part : through , clinical wards, ,outpatient clinic and clinical skill lab |
(iii) Methods of assessment of knowledge acquired · Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQ) paper-and-pencil tests. • Portfolio • Daily assignment and homework |
b. Cognitive Skills |
(i) Description of cognitive skills to be developed · Practise taking a tactful, accurate and organised medical history · Apply appropriate physical examination · list certain differential diagnosis with explanation · Suggestion of suitable investigations · Manage medical problems with suitable treatment plan · Practise Counselling patients and families clearly regarding diagnostic and therapeutic procedures before eliciting consent |
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop these cognitive skills · Interactive lectures · Self directed learning (SDL) · Clinical case presentations · Small group |
(iii) Methods of assessment of students cognitive skills · Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQ) paper-and-pencil tests. · Modified Essay Questions (MEQ) paper-and-pencil tests. · Continuous evaluation of history taking and physical examination by correction of sheets · Continuous observation of student skills in the counselling practise · Continuous weekly evaluation of the students portfolio |
c. Interpersonal Skills and Responsibility |
(i) Description of the interpersonal skills and capacity to carry responsibility to be developed - Display the personal attributes of compassion, honesty, and integrity in relationships with patients, families, communities and the medical profession. - Exhibit appropriate value for the sensitive nature of the doctor/patient relationship and the importance of active listening, with attention to the patient’s familial, cultural, and spiritual circumstances. - Demonstrate professionalism and high ethical standards in all aspects of medical practice, specifically competence, honesty, integrity, respect for others, professional responsibility and social responsibility. - Exhibit a capacity for self-evaluation, moral reflection and ethical reasoning to form the basis for a self-directed, lifelong engagement in the responsible, committed, compassionate practice of medicine. - Apply the four principles of ethical and legal knowledge, namely respect for autonomy, beneficience, non-maleficience and justice. - Demonstrate awareness and understanding of the legal and professional responsibilities; and report inappropriate medical practice. |
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop these skills and abilities · Self-directed learning (SDL) · Clinical rounds. · Small groups · Encourage the student to prepare at least two case presentation and introduce them for the tutor in front of his/her colleagues. |
(iii) Methods of assessment of students interpersonal skills and capacity to carry responsibility · Practical exams (OSPE) · Clinical exams (OSCE) · Portfolio. · Extended direct observation. |
d. Communication, Information Technology and Numerical Skills |
(i) Description of the skills to be developed in this domain. · Respect the patient privacy · Enhance self-confidence for the student in approaching patients · Work effectively as part of a health care team · Communicate effectively with patients, their families and colleagues, both verbally and in writing · Retrieve information by all means including electronically · Present information clearly in written, electronic and oral forms · Work within a changing, multi-task environment · Create and sustain a therapeutic and ethically sound relationship with patients · Use effective listening skills and elicit and provide information using effective nonverbal, explanatory, questioning and writing skills · Effectively document practice activities |
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop these skills · Self-directed learning (SDL) · Clinical rounds. |
(iii) Methods of assessment of students numerical and communication skills · Practical exams (OSPE) · Clinical exams (OSCE) · Portfolio. · Extended direct observation. |
e. Psychomotor Skills (if applicable) |
(i) Description of the psychomotor skills to be developed and the level of performance required · Create a focused problem oriented physical exam. · See commonly performed procedures in family medicine ,if possible |
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop these skills · Practical sessions · Clinical rounds · Utilize the electronic materials |
(iii) Methods of assessment of students psychomotor skills · Practical exams (OSPE) · Clinical exams (OSCE) |