A Child With Limb Pain: A Case-Based Learning Module and Teaching Resource for Pediatric Infectious Diseases

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Jennifer Tam, Anu Wadhwa

Abstract

While case-based learning is an effective method, teaching resources in pediatric infectious diseases are limited. Thus, we developed a case-based learning module for a common pediatric infectious diseases topic, osteomyelitis. This module contains two resource files, both meant to be printed. The case file contains questions with blank spaces for the trainee (medical student, junior resident) to complete. The case answers file is used as a guide by the teacher (attending physician, fellow, senior resident) and/or the trainee after working through the case. This resource may be used in one-to-one sessions, in a small-group setting, or as self-directed learning. The session is estimated to take 60-90 minutes. A suggested reading list is included. This resource was used in a small-group format with the pediatric residents of the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto for an academic half-day session in November 2015. Twenty-eight learner evaluations were received. The session was rated a 4.8 out of 5 (with 5 = outstanding) and ultimately voted by the residents to be the best academic half-day session of the year. Compared to delivering a didactic lecture on the same topic, the facilitators found preparation time was reduced and in...Continue Reading

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