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🌟 Celebrating a Successful PhD Defense! 🌟 We are delighted to congratulate Diego Lima Ribeiro on the successful defense of his PhD thesis, "From Detachment to Connection: Moral Dilemmas as Transformative Learning Experiences," which took place on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at the University of Groningen. 🎓 Diego’s research explores the intricate cognitive, emotional, and moral challenges that medical students face when navigating moral dilemmas. His work beautifully illustrates how these moments of complexity can foster transformative learning and shape professional identities. The defense was truly memorable—not just for the depth of the academic exchange but also for the unique blend of rigorous discussion and lighthearted moments. It’s rare to attend a PhD defense with so much laughter echoing through the room! Even the classic Dutch weather, with its relentless rain and wind, couldn’t dampen the spirits of those who gathered to celebrate this milestone. 🌧️💨 Congratulations, Diego, on this remarkable achievement! Your dedication, insight, and good humor made this defense unforgettable. Wishing you all the best for your future endeavors! 🎉

📢 Paper Alert!🎓 ✨ Thrilled to share our latest publication: "Identifying Behaviours Representative of Agentic Engagement in Pre-clinical Medical Education PBL Groups" with co-authors Alexandra Androni, Joke Fleer, Laura R. Smids, Joke M. van der Wouden, A. Debbie C. Jaarsma, and Johanna Schönrock-Adema. 🔍 What’s it about? We explored agentic engagement—students’ proactive and intentional contributions to their learning process—in the context of second-year problem-based learning (PBL) groups in medical education. This concept, developed in secondary education, proved to hold valuable relevance in our setting. 📊 Key findings: We identified 10 observable behaviors that signify agentic engagement in medical PBL groups. While some behaviors (e.g., asking questions, expressing expectations) aligned with prior literature, others were unique to our context, like: - Making learning as interactive as possible, - Creating alternative ways to cover material, - Enriching peers’ insights. 🔗 Want to dive into the details? Check out the paper here: https://lnkd.in/dCkEZn_x! Let’s discuss how these findings can enhance student participation and PBL dynamics in medical education! #MedicalEducation #PBL #StudentEngagement #ResearchInnovation

See you tomorrow?

🌟 Join Us for the FEBS Education and Training Workshop 2025! 🌟 We’re excited to share an incredible opportunity for educators and trainers worldwide! The FEBS Education and Training Workshop, titled “Safe Learning Environment: Bridging the Gap Between Learning Partners”, will take place from February 28 to March 2, 2025, at İzmir University of Economics, Türkiye. 🎉 This year, one of the highlights will be a session by Marco Antonio Carvalho Filho, who will share his expertise on fostering safe and inclusive learning environments—an unmissable talk for anyone passionate about transformative education! Why You Should Attend: ✅ Gain expert insights into fostering safe learning spaces ✅ Participate in interactive workshops with practical strategies ✅ Network with global educators and trainers ✅ Discover innovative approaches to collaborative learning 📍 Location: İzmir University of Economics, Türkiye 📅 Date: February 28 – March 2, 2025 🌐 Register here: https://lnkd.in/dGE8BFm5 Spots are limited, so register early and share this with your network! Let’s work together to create safer, more inclusive spaces for learning. #Education #Training #SafeLearning #InclusiveLearning #FEBSWorkshop

🌟 Highlight from 6th LEARN Symposium We closed the symposium with an inspiring lecture from Prof. Dr. Marieke J. Schuurmans, Pro-Dean of Education at University Medical Center Groningen, on "Education and Training Gamechangers for Futureproof Healthcare." Prof. Schuurmans highlighted the critical challenges healthcare faces, from staff shortages to evolving skill requirements. She emphasized that to build a resilient, future-ready workforce, we must rethink healthcare education and focus on developing competencies in communication, collaboration, and adaptability. A fitting conclusion to an insightful event, reminding us that innovation in education is key to shaping the future of healthcare. Thank you to all the speakers, presenters, and participants for making this symposium a success. Together, we continue to look towards the future of healthcare! #LEARN2024 #HealthcareEducation #FutureofHealthcare #InnovationInLearning

Decolonizing of the medical curriculum (and practice) is fundamental for reaching a sustainable health care.

🌟 Highlight from 6th LEARN Symposium Dr. Matthew Harris, Clinical Senior Lecturer in Public Health Medicine at Imperial College London, delivered a truly inspiring lecture on "Decolonizing Healthcare Innovation: Low-cost Solutions from Low-Income Countries." With an extensive global health background, including work as a GP in Brazil, a WHO consultant in Ethiopia, and a global health advisor to the UK government, Dr. Harris is one of those rare individuals who actively chooses to make a difference. His unique perspective bridges diverse experiences and challenges conventional norms. In his talk, Dr. Harris showcased innovative, low-cost healthcare solutions from countries like India, Bangladesh, and Brazil, demonstrating how they could transform fields such as neonatal medicine and cardiology. He also explored how challenging the western gaze in clinical culture could foster a more balanced and sustainable global healthcare knowledge ecosystem. Thank you, Dr. Harris, for sharing your passion and reshaping the way we view healthcare innovation! #LEARN2024 #HealthcareInnovation #GlobalHealth #DecolonizingHealthcare #SustainableSolutions

🌟 Highlight from 6th LEARN Symposium Marco Antonio Carvalho Filho, leader of our group, delivered a powerful presentation on using art to nurture reflective attitudes in healthcare professionals. His talk explored how art can be a tool for fostering deep reflection, encouraging critical thinking, and enhancing emotional awareness—essential qualities for those working in healthcare. This session reminded us of the importance of creativity and reflection in shaping the compassionate and resilient healthcare professionals of tomorrow. Thank you, Marco, for sharing this inspiring approach to healthcare education! #LEARN2024 #HealthcareEducation #ReflectivePractice #ArtInHealthcare #InnovationInLearning

🌟 Highlight from 6th LEARN Symposium We had an exciting session of Quick and Short Communications, presented by 26 PhD students and researchers. The presentations covered a wide range of themes, including: - Technology-enhanced learning - Professional development - Policy in health professional education (HPE) - Patient care - Motivation in learning These insightful sessions showcased innovative ideas and research shaping the future of healthcare education. A big thank you to all the presenters for sharing their valuable work! In addition to the presentations, we also had the opportunity to engage in interactive workshops that fostered small group discussions and connections. The sessions included diverse topics such as: - Simulation bridging the gap between research and clinical practice - Using music to explore emotions and enhance emotional regulation in healthcare professionals - Chatbots supporting clinical reasoning teaching - Variability in practical skills training in medical education These workshops were an excellent opportunity for participants to collaborate, share ideas, and explore innovative approaches to healthcare education in a hands-on setting. Thank you to the facilitators, presenters, and participants for making these sessions such a success! #LEARN2024 #HealthcareEducation #Workshops #InnovationInLearning #PhDResearch

🌟 Highlight from 6th LEARN Symposium At the 6th LEARN Symposium, Prof. Dr. Nynke Scherpbier-de Haan addressed the upcoming challenges that countries will face regarding the number of healthcare professionals needed in primary care. She discussed the importance of adapting educational strategies to ensure a well-trained workforce that can meet the growing demand for primary care services. Prof. Scherpbier highlighted how changes in curriculum design and interprofessional collaboration are key to creating a sustainable, accessible primary care system for the future. We are committed to being part of this change and helping shape the future of healthcare education. #LEARN2024 #PrimaryCare #HealthcareEducation #FutureofHealthcare