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Teaching with Laboratories

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Laboratory-based teaching has been a foundation for medical education for decades. Although the time dedicated for laboratory teaching has declined for several reasons, the literature clearly outlines the many benefits that laboratory exercises can have on a student’s professional development and growth. When done well, teaching with laboratories offers opportunities for students to explore concepts in more detail and apply what they have already learned. A fundamental aspect of laboratory teaching is the integration of principles of active learning and instructional design. By considering these factors, you will seamlessly incorporate structure, assessments, opportunities for feedback, and constant communication as you plan your exercise. With careful thought and attention to details you are well on your way to becoming a proficient laboratory instructor.

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    Kirsten M. Brown

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  1. Larner College of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA

    Kathryn N. Huggett

  2. Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville, Greenville, SC, USA

    Kelly M. Quesnelle

  3. School of Medicine, Geisinger Commonwealth, Scranton, PA, USA

    William B. Jeffries

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Brown, K.M. (2022). Teaching with Laboratories. In: Huggett, K.N., Quesnelle, K.M., Jeffries, W.B. (eds) An Introduction to Medical Teaching. Innovation and Change in Professional Education, vol 20. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-85524-6_7

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