RAT Program
The RAT program at LPCH begins during Intern Boot Camp with a session on the unique role of interns as teachers. A monthly noon conference series covering essential aspects of medical teaching spans the full three years of training. The month long Teaching Senior rotation allows residents to gain hands-on, practical experience with approaches to teaching in a variety of settings. Residents who have a strong interest in education may consider joining the Scholarly Concentration in Medical Education.
Residents with a particular interest in one-on-one teaching or coaching may participate in the Residents-as-Tutors program (RATu), which pairs residents with individual students who request extra help.
RAT Conference Series, 2014-15
(topics subject to change)
August 1
Working with Medical Students 101
September 5
Feedback
October 3
Teaching with Cases
November 7
Microskills Model
December 5
Coaching to promote presentation skills
January 16, 2013
Professionalism
February 6
Choosing optimal teaching strategies
March 6
Feedback Revisited
April 3
Creating a Positive Learning Climate
May 1
Situational Leadership and Teaching Style
Teaching Senior Rotation
The required Teaching Senior rotation for PL-3 residents is a highlight of the LPCH training program. The 4-week rotation provides faculty mentoring and dedicated time for residents to gain experience with a variety of approaches to teaching. Core curriculum topics include:
- Preparation and planning for teaching
- Learning Styles
- Teaching in large groups
- Teaching in small groups
- Bedside teaching
- Teaching in the context of clinical care
- One-on-one teaching based on direct observation
- Feedback and Evaluation
- Curriculum design and evaluation
- Reflection and self-assessment
Examples of rotation activities include weekly morning report presentations with feedback from senior faculty, physical findings rounds, small-group didactic sessions with students, and one-on-one coaching with students in clinic. Residents appreciate having time to focus their attention on teaching; many are surprised by the challenge and excitement of the rotation.
For more information on the Teaching Senior rotation, see the Rotation Guide and other materials »