IAMSE 2024 - Minneapolis, MINNESOTA, June 15-18, 2024
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Using Micro-Scholarship to Incentivise Faculty Professional Development
IAMSE 2024 Pre-conference workshop
Saturday, 15 June 2024, 0800 - 1100
Speakers
Ennid Duran duran gonzalez - Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara
Alice Fornari - Zucker SOM at Hofstra Northwell
Poh-Sun Goh - National University of Singapore
Charles Gullo - Gullo Consulting, LLC
Sol Roberts-Lieb - Univeristy of Maryland, Baltimore
Elisabeth Schlegel - Western Atlantic University School of Medicine
Description
The demands on health professions educators are increasing rapidly. They are asked to increase their work in teaching and learning, scholarly activity, service, administration, and clinical practice. This work often comes without new incentives or time to learn the skills needed to tackle these expanding roles. This workshop provides the theoretical foundation, the opportunity to practice the skills, and a group draft publication for all participants and leaders. This is an innovative idea for a pre-conference workshop in that it extends the traditional workshop into one with a tangible, transcribable publication.
Taking the first step in the scholarly journey is critical for most health professions educators. Getting started, learning the process, finding a community of practice and publishing are concerns held by scholars at all levels. Micro-Scholarship provides the tools to begin that journey (creation of a Micro-Asset) and stack them to form a product recognized by traditional scholarship (Macro-Asset). Similarly, many educators want and need professional development but aren't incentivized for their time, effort, and changes to their practice. This workshop will guide attendees through the answers to these questions by immersing them in the background of Micro-Scholarship, the need for effective and incentivized faculty development, and the creation of a group opinion paper, suitable for publishing, on the need to incentivize faculty development.
https://medicaleducationelearning.blogspot.com/2023/09/micro-assessment-and-micro-learning.html
Background on Micro-Scholarship, Need and Process
"We define Micro-Scholarship as the process of making visible the smallest accessible and assessable steps that document a scholarly journey, which can then be assembled and presented as an outcome of academic scholarship." (Goh, Roberts-Lieb, and Sandars 2023)
Goh, P. S., Roberts-Lieb, S., & Sandars, J. (2023). Micro-Scholarship: An innovative approach for the first steps for Scholarship in Health Professions Education. Medical Teacher, 45:3, 307-312. https://doi.org/10.1080/0142159X.2022.2133689
Goh, PS, Roberts-Lieb, S, Sandars, J. Guide on Micro-Scholarship in Health Professions Education. (Open Access publication on SlideShare in 2023, accompanying guide to Medical Teacher article) https://www.slideshare.net/dnrgohps/guide-on-microscholarship-in-health-professions-educationpdf
https://microscholarship.blogspot.com/
https://copilot.microsoft.com/
Prompt -
Micro-Scholarship in Medical Education
Copilot Response (31 March 2024, Sunday, 0802am)
Certainly! Let’s delve into the fascinating concept of Micro-Scholarship in the realm of Health Professions Education (HPE).
What is Micro-Scholarship?
Micro-Scholarship is an innovative approach that focuses on the small, sustainable steps taken by scholars in their scholarly journey within the field of HPE.
It involves making these micro-steps visible, assessable, and documented, ultimately leading to a cumulative outcome of academic scholarship.
Imagine it as akin to bite-sized or micro-learning, but applied to the scholarly domain.
Why Micro-Scholarship Matters:
Small Steps, Big Impact: Just as tiny puzzle pieces contribute to the whole picture, micro-scholarship emphasizes the importance of incremental progress.
Accessible and Sustainable: By breaking down scholarship into manageable chunks, it becomes more accessible to a broader audience.
Macro and Meta Matters: These small steps eventually accumulate into larger scholarly achievements, creating a sustainable strategy for success.
How Does It Work?
Generating Micro-Content: Scholars create and engage with bite-sized scholarly content. Think of it as assembling Lego blocks of knowledge.
Refinement and Iteration: Scholars progressively refine their output and practice of micro-scholarship.
Public Engagement: Cycles of public engagement lead to the final digital or print publication, transforming micro into macro scholarship.
Keywords Associated with Micro-Scholarship:
Micro-Learning: Learning in small, digestible portions.
Just-In-Time (JiT) Learning: Immediate learning relevant to specific needs.
Community of Practice (CoP): Engaging with peers in a professional community.
Technology: Leveraging digital tools for scholarly communication.
Network Effects: How collaboration amplifies impact.
Post-Publication Peer Review (PPPR): Continuous improvement after publication.
In summary, Micro-Scholarship celebrates the power of small steps, fostering a vibrant scholarly ecosystem in health professions education. 🌱📚
If you’re curious to explore further, you can find related articles and resources here1. Happy scholarly adventures! 🎓✨
Learn more
Goh, P. S., Roberts-Lieb, S., & Sandars, J. (2023). Micro-Scholarship: An innovative approach for the first steps for Scholarship in Health Professions Education. Medical Teacher, 45:3, 307-312. https://doi.org/10.1080/0142159X.2022.2133689
Goh, PS, Roberts-Lieb, S, Sandars, J. Guide on Micro-Scholarship in Health Professions Education. (Open Access publication on SlideShare in 2023, accompanying guide to Medical Teacher article) https://www.slideshare.net/dnrgohps/guide-on-microscholarship-in-health-professions-educationpdf
https://microscholarship.blogspot.com/
Goh, PS, Schlegel, E. (2023). Small, Sustainable, Steps to Success as a Scholar in Health Professions Education - Micro (Macro and Meta) Matters. TAPS, 8(2), 76-79. https://doi.org/10.29060/TAPS.2023-8-2/SC2861
Prompt -
How can I start my own micro-scholarship journey?
Copilot Response (31 March 2024, Sunday, 0802am)
Certainly! Embarking on a micro-scholarship journey involves deliberate steps and a curious mindset. Here’s a roadmap to kickstart your scholarly adventure:
Define Your Purpose:
Reflect on why you want to engage in micro-scholarship. Is it to contribute to your field, enhance your knowledge, or connect with a community of scholars?
Clarify your goals and set a clear intention.
Choose Your Niche:
Identify a specific area within health professions education (HPE) that intrigues you. It could be assessment methods, curriculum design, technology integration, or any other aspect.
Your niche will guide your micro-scholarship endeavors.
Stay Curious and Observant:
Curiosity fuels scholarship. Observe your surroundings, read widely, attend conferences, and engage in discussions.
Keep an eye out for small, interesting phenomena that can be explored further.
Start Small:
Remember, micro-scholarship is about incremental progress. Begin with tiny steps:
Analyze a Case: Dive into a clinical case or educational scenario. Write a brief reflection or propose an alternative approach.
Review a Paper: Summarize a recent research article or critique its methodology.
Create Visual Content: Design an infographic or a short video explaining a concept.
Share Insights: Tweet a thread about an HPE topic.
These small actions count!
Document Your Journey:
Keep a scholarly journal or digital notes. Record your thoughts, observations, and mini-projects.
Use tools like Evernote, OneNote, or a simple text document.
Engage with Others:
Join online communities, attend webinars, and participate in conferences.
Collaborate with fellow scholars. Share your micro-scholarship work and seek feedback.
Remember, a community of practice enhances your learning.
Leverage Technology:
Use social media platforms (Twitter, LinkedIn) to share your insights.
Start a blog or contribute to existing blogs related to HPE.
Explore open-access journals or platforms for publishing your micro-content.
Iterate and Refine:
Review your work periodically. How can you improve? What did you learn?
Revise, expand, or connect your micro-scholarship pieces.
Embrace the process of continuous improvement.
Celebrate Small Wins:
Acknowledge each milestone, no matter how minor. Completing a blog post, receiving positive feedback, or connecting with a scholar—celebrate these moments.
Stay Resilient and Persistent:
Micro-scholarship requires patience. Not every step will yield immediate results.
Persevere, adapt, and enjoy the journey.
Remember, the essence of micro-scholarship lies in the joy of discovery, the impact of small actions, and the collective growth within the scholarly community. Happy exploring! 🌱📚
For further reading, you might find this article on “Small, Sustainable Steps to Success as a Scholar in Health Professions Education” insightful.
Goh, PS, Schlegel, E. (2023). Small, Sustainable, Steps to Success as a Scholar in Health Professions Education - Micro (Macro and Meta) Matters. TAPS, 8(2), 76-79. https://doi.org/10.29060/TAPS.2023-8-2/SC2861
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IAMSE 2024 - Minneapolis, MINNESOTA, June 15-18, 2024
http://www.iamse.org/annual-conference/
http://www.iamse.org/last-call-to-submit-pre-conference-faculty-development-workshops-for-iamse24/
Pre-conference workshop: Using Micro-Scholarship to Incentivize Faculty Professional Development
and
Focus session: Enhancing Leadership Skills through Emotional and Cultural Intelligence
Monday, 17 June 2024, 10:15 - 11:45
https://julnet.swoogo.com/iamse2024/agenda
https://medicaleducationelearning.blogspot.com/2023/11/enhancing-leadership-skills-through.html
