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Untying the Gordian knot: remediation problems in medical schools that need remediation

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This position paper discusses on-going academic remediation challenges within the field of medical education. More specifically, we identify three common contemporary problems and propose four recommendations to strengthen remediation efforts.… Click to show full abstract

This position paper discusses on-going academic remediation challenges within the field of medical education. More specifically, we identify three common contemporary problems and propose four recommendations to strengthen remediation efforts. Selecting or determining what type of remediation is needed for a particular student is akin to analyzing a Gordian knot with individual, institutional and systemic contributors. More emphasis, including multi-institutional projects and research funding is needed. Recommendations regarding language use and marketing of such programs are given.

Keywords: untying gordian; remediation; problems medical; knot remediation; gordian knot; remediation problems

Journal Title: BMC Medical Education
Year Published: 2018

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