Abstract
Novel Emergency Medicine Curriculum Utilizing Self-Directed Learning and the Flipped Classroom Method: Neurologic Emergencies Small Group Module
Highlights
In 2015, approximately 7 million emergency department visits were related to diseases of the nervous system
Educational Methods: The educational strategies used in this curriculum include: small group modules authored by education faculty and content experts based on the core emergency medicine content as outlined in the ABEM model curriculum
Overall the neurology small group curriculum was well received by residents and faculty educators
Summary
In 2015, approximately 7 million emergency department visits were related to diseases of the nervous system. Headache alone represented 2.8% of all emergency department visits, making it the fifth most common chief complaint.. Residents must be proficient in the differential diagnosis and management of the wide variety of neurological emergencies. To address this specific curricular need, we developed a flipped classroom case-based small group discussion series for emergency medicine learners that emphasizes self-directed learning activities, followed by facilitated small group discussions pertaining to the topic reviewed. The application of knowledge through case studies, personal interaction with content experts, and integrated questions are effective learning strategies for emergency medicine residents. The active learning fostered by this curriculum increases faculty and learner engagement and interaction time typically absent in traditional lecture-based formats. The application of knowledge through case studies, personal interaction with content experts, and integrated questions are effective learning strategies for emergency medicine residents.
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