EFD On-Demand: Practical Approaches to Applying Conceptual & Theoretical Frameworks to Medical Education Research

Program Release: April 30, 2021
Expiration Date: April 30, 2023
Estimated time to complete: 60 Minutes
There are no prerequisites for participation.

GUEST SPEAKERS

Rebecca Blanchard, PhD, MEd
Associate Professor, Department of Medicine
University of Massachusetts Medical School-Baystate
Adjunct Associate Professor, Tufts University School of Medicine
Senior Director of Education, Baystate Health
Assistant Dean for Education
University of Massachusetts Medical School-Baystate
Director, Baystate Education Research and Scholarship of Teaching (BERST) Academy, Baystate Health

Steven C Rougas, MD
Director of the Doctoring Program
Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine
Assistant Professor of Medical Science
Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Emergency Medicine Physician
Brown Emergency Medicine
Providence, RI

Overview

The purpose of this session, which was developed by the GEA’s Medical Education Scholarship Research and Evaluation (MESRE) section, is to explore the practical application of conceptual and theoretical frameworks to education research. Social scientists and educators use relevant theories and conceptual frameworks when conducting education research. The conceptual or theoretical framework provides a lens through which to identify gaps in the literature, operationalize appropriate constructs and hypothesize relationships as well as design appropriate methodology. In addition, such frameworks can provide scholars lenses to understand how societies, organizations and people interact in certain ways. 

Despite what we know about the importance of using frameworks, educators struggle to consistently identify and incorporate them when designing their research studies, putting them at risk for negative peer review and rejection from some of the top medical education journals. This workshop will help educators understand the practical application of conceptual frameworks and how they can help situate one’s research study in the existing literature. 

Target Audience

All faculty and residents are welcome to attend these sessions.

Learning Objectives

After participating in this course, the learner should be better able to:

  • Describe and give examples of conceptual and theoretical frameworks commonly used in different research paradigms
  • Examine how the selection of a framework can impact research design 
  • Discuss strategies to situate results through the lens of a conceptual or theoretical framework 
  • Identify resources that support the identification and use of conceptual frameworks

METHOD OF PARTICIPATION AND HOW TO RECEIVE CME CREDIT

There are no fees for participating in and receiving credit for this activity.

  • Review the activity objectives, faculty information, and CME information prior to participating in the activity.
  • View the CME presentations
  • Complete the CME activity evaluation at the conclusion of the activity in order to receive a credit certificate.

FACULTY DISCLOSURE

In accordance with the disclosure policy of the Brown University CME Office as well as standards set forth by the Accreditation Council on Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), speakers have been asked to disclose any relevant financial relationship with the manufacturers of any commercial products and/or provider of commercial services discussed in any educational presentation and with any commercial supporters or exhibitors of this activity.

The intent of this policy is not to prevent a speaker with a potential conflict of interest from making a presentation but to identified openly so that the listener may form his/her own opinion. Any potential conflicts of interest have been resolved prior to this presentation.

This activity may include discussion of off-label or investigative drugs uses. Speakers are aware that it is their responsibility to disclose to the audience this information. Individual Faculty Disclosure information may be found in the conference handouts.

Faculty Disclosure/Conflict of Interest

The following speakers and planning committee members* have disclosed that they have no relevant financial relationships:

Rebecca Blanchard, PhD, MEd
Emily Green, PhD, MA*
Jennifer Maloney*
Gita Pensa, MD
Chelsea Reyes*
Steven C Rougas, MD
Maria Sullivan, BS*

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Disclaimer: This educational program is designed to present scientific information and opinion to Health professionals, to stimulate thought, and further investigation.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
  • 1.00 APA
    The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University is approved by the RI Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. The Alpert Medical School maintains responsibility for the program.
  • 1.00 Attendance
    Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance stating this program is designated for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. This credit is accepted by the AAPA and AANP.
Course opens: 
04/30/2021
Course expires: 
04/30/2023
Cost:
$0.00

Presenters:

Rebecca Blanchard, PhD, MEd
Associate Professor, Department of Medicine
University of Massachusetts Medical School-Baystate
Adjunct Associate Professor, Tufts University School of Medicine
Senior Director of Education, Baystate Health
Assistant Dean for Education
University of Massachusetts Medical School-Baystate
Director, Baystate Education Research and Scholarship of Teaching (BERST) Academy, Baystate Health

 

Steven C Rougas, MD
Director of the Doctoring Program
Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine
Assistant Professor of Medical Science
Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Emergency Medicine Physician
Brown Emergency Medicine
Providence, RI

Faculty Development Oversight Group
Emily Green, PhD, MA (Chair)
Assistant Professor of Medical Science
Director, Faculty Development

Gowri Anandarajah, MD
Professor of Family Medicine (Clinical)

Angela Anderson, MD
Associate Professor of Pediatrics (Clinical)

Erica Chung, MD
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics (Clinical)

Jeffrey Hunt, MD
Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior

Jennifer Jeremiah, MD
Associate Program Director of Internal Medicine Residencies

Maurice F. Joyce, MD, EdM
Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology 

Stacey Lawrence, PhD
Associate Director for STEM Initiatives
Sheridan Center for Teaching and Learning

Jennifer Maloney
Coordinator, Continuing Medical Education  

Christopher Merritt, MD
Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine

Rory Merritt, MD
Assistant Dean of Medicine, PLME

Joyce Ou, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Steven Rougas, MD, MS
Director, Doctoring Program

Maria Sullivan
Director, Continuing Medical Education

Sarita Warrier, MD, FACP
Assistant Dean for Medical Education

The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University is accredited by the Accreditation Council of Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education.

Credit Designation
Physicians: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Psychologists: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University is approved by the RI Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. The Alpert Medical School maintains responsibility for the program. This activity is approved for 1.0 Category 1 CE Credits. Credits available to RI licensed psychologists only.

Available Credit

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
  • 1.00 APA
    The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University is approved by the RI Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. The Alpert Medical School maintains responsibility for the program.
  • 1.00 Attendance
    Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance stating this program is designated for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. This credit is accepted by the AAPA and AANP.

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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