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Explore the role of everyday objects in patient-provider communication

Zoom

"Using improvisation to explore the role of everyday objects in patient-provider communication in the outpatient setting" presented by Dr. Lisa Erdman​. Learning objectives: ​ Articulate the potential impact of everyday objects in non-verbal communication between patient and provider​ Identify medical students’ attitudes towards patient interactions involving inanimate objects ​ Discuss the role of improvisation in improving communication […]

Strategies to Promote Equitable Assessment in the Clinical Learning Environment

Zoom

Strategies to Promote Equitable Assessment in the Clinical Learning Environment presented by Drs. Jennifer Cooper and Nicholas Duca. Learning Objectives:​ Define equity in the context of medical student assessment​ Recognize circumstances that lead to bias and inequitable assessment​ Articulate strategies to promote equitable assessment of medical students in the clinical learning environment Register here

Academic Poster Design Workshop

Zoom

Learn the ins and outs of creating an academic poster suitable for printing with the campus sign shop, as well as how to place your poster order and pick it up.

Penn State Center for Biodevices – FacultyXchange

Eric J. Barron Innovation Hub 123 S Burrowes St, State College, PA, United States

On February 22, 2024, the Penn State Center for Biodevices will host the 5th annual FacultyXchange. FacultyXchange welcomes faculty, clinicians, industry partners, staff, and students from all Penn State colleges and campuses to share research expertise, develop ideas for new biodevice projects and establish collaborations. In the morning, faculty will be invited to present their […]

Event Series Updates on the Medical and Surgical Management of Gastrointestinal Diseases

Updates on the Medical and Surgical Management of Gastrointestinal Diseases

Hershey Country Club 1000 E. Derry Road, Hershey, PA, United States

Register Now for the Updates on the Medical and Surgical Management of Gastrointestinal Diseases conference, a continuing education service of Penn State College of Medicine, taking place Friday and Saturday,  Feb 23 and 24, 2024, as a live event at the Hershey Country Club. More details will be announced at a later date. View details […]

Event Series 2024 PSCFW Annual Awards

2024 Commission for Women Annual Awards

Do you know someone who is committed to enacting change or is a valuable mentor? The Penn State Commission for Women presents two Annual Awards: 2024 2C Award – Commitment, Community, Change Commitment: demonstrating commitment towards supporting the growth of women through education, mentorship, leadership, or opportunity Community: addressing the needs of women and girls […]

Introduction to Microsoft Sway

Zoom

Get a sense of how to use Microsoft's presentation tool Sway for newsletters, event landing pages, and more!

Back to the Basics:  It’s All About Feedback 

Zoom

By the end of this session, participants should be able to:​ Identify characteristics of good feedback​ Apply a framework for providing effective feedback​ Identify strategies for providing feedback in challenging scenarios:​ Lack of insight​ Defensive learner​ Professionalism​ Learner that doesn't integrate feedback Register here

Practical Strategies for Learning Climate Optimization

Zoom

Practical Strategies for Learning Climate Optimization Identify opportunities to support a positive learning climate in your own clinical area Navigate individual and systems level barriers to an optimal learning climate Presented by Dr. Alia Chisty. Register here

Standard-Setting for Clerkship Performance in the Clinical Environment

Zoom

Standard-Setting for Clerkship Performance in the Clinical Environment w/Drs. B. Saunders, M. Nickolich, B. Thompson, and S. Glod Learning objectives: Describe expected behaviors for clinical competence of clerkship students Review the components of the updated clerkship student assessment form Practice clerkship assessment using a case-based approach Register here

Confronting Domestic Abuse: Then & Now

Lecture Room D (Room C7619) - Penn State College of Medicine 700 HMC Crescent Road, Hershey, PA, United States

Department of Humanities Grand Rounds and Panel Discussion Panelists will describe their experiences with domestic abuse victims in relation to their different roles, discussing together how approaches to domestic violence have changed historically and how health care systems, health care practitioners, and advocacy groups address intimate partner violence today. Dr. Cheryl Dellasega, Professor of Humanities, […]

14th Annual Focus on Pharmacology Conference

Red Lion Hotel Harrisburg Hershey 4751 Lindle Road, Harrisburg, PA, United States

Save the date for the 14th Annual Focus on Pharmacology Conference, a continuing education service of Penn State College of Medicine.

Using Adobe AI Tools

Zoom

In this free overview, learn about the various ways you can use Adobe's AI tools for image generation, editing and other workflows.

30th Annual Neuroscience Conference

Hershey Country Club 1000 E. Derry Road, Hershey, PA, United States

Register Now for the 30th Annual Neuroscience Conference, a continuing education service of Penn State College of Medicine, taking place Thursday and Friday, April 11 and 12, 2024, live at the Hershey Country Club. More details will be announced at a later date.

Central Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Consortium: Spring 2024 Update

The Central Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Consortium: Spring 2024 Update is designed to provide participants with an overview of current breast cancer research and therapies. It is a continuing education service of Penn State College of Medicine taking place on Thursday, April 11, 2024, as a live course at The Mill in Hershey, 810 Old West Chocolate […]

Introduction to AI productivity Tools

Room C1620K - Harrell Library Technology Sandbox 700 HMC Crescent Road, Hershey, PA, United States

Join Jeff Wagner and Ben Hoover in-person for an Introduction to productivity AI tools. Session will include showcasing and hands on training with CoPilot Chat GPT and Goblin.tools. Learning Objectives: Basic understanding of capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools with a focus on Chat GPT, Copilot and Goblin tools Construct basic prompts for AI […]

Beyond the clicker: Real-time polling tools in classroom teaching

Zoom

Beyond the clicker: Real-time polling tools in classroom teaching with Dr. Roderick Clark and Jackie Ricords. Day: April 17, 2024 Time: Noon to 1 p.m. Learning Objectives: During this session, participants will: Discuss why using pooling tools in courses can increase engagement and evaluate understanding of concepts with active learning. Summarize tool options and best […]

EdVenture 2024 – A Vision for Education at the Penn State College of Medicine

University Conference Center 30 Conference Drive, Hershey, PA, United States

Please see all sessions noted below.  For a calendar invitation, please register at https://pennstatehershey.tfaforms.net/641. 9:00 a.m. – Beth K. Herman, D.Ed. Do we support a positive learning climate for GME trainees? LO’s Identify cultural barriers to an effective learning climate. Discuss the impact of institutional culture on the hidden curriculum. Outline barriers to teaching trainee […]

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