Second Year Key Objectives

Teaching and Learning
  • Manage time in ways that facilitate learning.
  • Teach basic principles effectively.
  • Adapt teaching based on learners’ existing knowledge.
  • Write effective cases and scenarios for teaching and learning.
  • Effectively precept learners at different levels (e.g., medical students, 2nd-year residents).
  • Plan and present didactic sessions to large groups.
  • Use presentation technologies effectively including PowerPoint.
  • Interact effectively with senior faculty.
Administrative & Management Skills
  • Describe the skills a residency director needs to be successful.
  • Negotiate contracts from the point of view of the employer.
  • Manage staff effectively.
  • Create or form committees.
  • Demonstrate familiarity with state and federal regulations impacting medical education.
Professional Development
  • Demonstrate familiarity and comfort with negotiation terminology.
  • Locate, establish and manage a productive relationship with at least one mentor.
  • Mentor residents and students effectively.
  • Describe the mission and goals of the organization.
  • Explore career alternatives and create a short-term (5-year) career plan.
Research
  • Identify barriers and opportunities for personal research projects.
  • Work effectively with the IRB.
  • Develop realistic time frames for research.
  • Demonstrate a working understanding of statistics, research models, and grant development.
  • Effectively allocate time among teaching, clinical, service, and research commitments.