Abstract Title
Measuring the Impact of the Academy of Medical Educators at the Level of Individual Participants and Institutions

Authors

Darshana Shah
PhD.

Theme

5AA Evaluation of the teacher

INSTITUTION

Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, United States of America

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After isolating the effects of the Academy it was found that the creation of the Academy has formalized the value the School of Medicine places on excellence in teaching.  Through presentations and a published abstract book, it has provided a forum in which faculty can share their educational research. By creating the designation of Master Educator, the Academy provides meaningful recognition to faculty members who enhance their teaching skills.

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Take-home Message:
key elements- Establishing teaching academy created an  environment that improved the teaching quality, recognized teaching excellence,  promoted teaching careers and education research, and lifted teaching to a status comparable to clinical care and research.

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Background

The Academy of Medical Educators at the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine (JCESOM) was established in 2004. The mission of the Academy of Medical Educators is to build excellence in teaching by supporting and nurturing preeminent medical educators, improving curriculum, and advancing educational scholarship. A study was undertaken to assess whether the academy has achieved its intended goals and purpose and to further assess how sustainable and meaningful the Academy was for the participants.
Summary of Work

Effectiveness of the Academy is measured by using the Kirkpatrick Evaluation Model. The applicability of the models is used to measure the impact of the Academy at both the individual and institutional levels.  One year after their Academy experience, participants were asked to write self-reflections about the experience and its impact. These self-reflections were analyzed for various themes. Upon completion of the Academy requirements, the members were evaluated for their performance as a teacher, and their scholarly activity was monitored. The impact of the Academy’s creation at the institution level was considered as well.
Summary of Results

Participants reacted favorably to the Academy as indicated by post
Academy evaluation surveys. Subsequently, they reported applying the knowledge/skills in their various teaching and learning pedagogies as well as their evaluation strategies. The Impact of their learning is noted by increased implementation of educational interventions and innovation in the curriculum.
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