CINECRevised Basic Course Workshop - 2
Medical Education Unit Report
Basic Course in Medical Education Program (BCME)
đź“… Dates: 18, 19 & 20 December, 2023
 🏫 Venue: Miller’s Learning Hall, Medical Education Unit, Narayana Medical College, Nellore.
 👨‍🏫 Observer: Dr.M.Kavitha, Convener RCMET, MMC, Chennai.
 🛡️ Under the Aegis of: NMC Regional Centre, Madras Medical College, Chennai
Officer-in-charge:- Dr.P.Sreenivasulu Reddy, Principal & Professor of Microbiology.
Co-ordinator:- Dr.V.Mahidhar Reddy, Medical Education Unit Coordinator, Professor & HOD, General Surgery
Aim & Objectives of the Program
The 2nd BCME workshop was organized to:
- Sensitize medical faculty to newer concepts in teaching and assessment.
- Develop competencies in teaching, curriculum delivery, research mentorship, and academic leadership.
- Enhance communication and behavioral skills essential for faculty roles.
- Facilitate the adoption of modern educational technologies in UG/PG teaching.
Program Summary
The 2st BCME Workshop in Medical Education was successfully conducted from 18, 19 & 20, December 2023, in alignment with NMC guidelines and under the mentorship of the regional centre, MMC Chennai. The program was well-structured with theory, hands-on sessions, group tasks, and interactive discussions.
The event began with registration and an ice-breaking session that helped foster group dynamics. Participants were introduced to adult learning principles, domains of learning, and the systems approach to medical education. Sessions on goals, roles, competencies, and learning objectives (LOs) under the CBME framework provided the foundational understanding of outcome-based education.
Participants gained deep insights into interactive large and small group teaching methods, competency-based assessment, internal assessment design, and formative assessment principles. Sessions on AETCOM, self-directed learning (SDL), and lesson planning were conducted with practical examples and group activities.
An entire day was devoted to skills teaching, including effective clinical instruction, skill lab utilization, and workplace-based assessment methods like Mini-CEX, DOPS, and OSCE/OSPE. Emphasis was laid on aligning teaching-learning methods (TLMs) and assessment strategies with competencies. Tools such as blueprinting, MCQ writing, essay and short-answer construction, and assessment mapping were covered in depth.
The program concluded with sessions on mentoring, academic growth opportunities, and drafting a phase-based teaching schedule. A post-test and retro-pre feedback analysis showed significant learning gains among participants.
Key Sessions Covered
- Group dynamics and adult learning principles
- Competency-based education (CBME) and learning objectives
- Teaching-learning methods (Large & Small groups, DOAP)
- Internal assessment and formative feedback
- AETCOM implementation strategies
- Effective clinical and skill-based teaching
- Writing MCQs, essays, and short questions
- Self-directed learning (SDL)
- Workplace-based assessments (Mini-CEX, OSCE, DOPS)
- Mentorship in UG/PG education
- Academic networking and MEU responsibilities
- Curriculum planning aligned with competencies
Resource Persons
A dedicated and experienced team of 9 senior faculty members led the sessions:
- Dr. P. Sreenivasulu Reddy – Principal & Prof. of Microbiology
- Dr. V. Mahidhar Reddy – MEU Coordinator & Prof. & HOD of General Surgery
- Dr. Biju Ravindran – Prof. & HOD of Orthopaedics
- Dr. P. Sasikala – MEU Co-coordinator & Prof. of Physiology
- Dr. V. Krishna Chaitanya – Prof. & HOD of ENT
- Dr. R. Viswa Kumar – Vice Principal & Prof. & HOD of Biochemistry
- Dr. E. Ananda Reddy – Prof. of Psychiatry
- Dr. C. Jyothi – Prof. & HOD of Community Medicine
- Dr.P.Vasundhara Devi – Professor & HOD of Microbiology.
Participants
A total of 29 faculty members from various clinical and non-clinical departments attended the workshop, ranging from Assistant Professors to Professors. Participants represented a wide spectrum of specialties including Anaesthesiology, General Surgery, Radiology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Psychiatry, ENT, Pathology, Emergency Medicine, Ophthalmology, and others.
Outcomes
- Improved understanding of CBME and competency alignment
- Enhanced skills in teaching, feedback, and assessment planning
- Confidence in designing lessons, writing valid questions, and using skill-lab tools
- Effective planning of UG/PG curriculum incorporating modern teaching-learning strategies
- Strengthened interdepartmental collaboration and networking
Conclusion
The 2nd BCME workshop was a resounding success, with high levels of participation, engagement, and knowledge translation. The feedback and post-test scores demonstrated measurable learning gains. The Medical Education Unit expresses gratitude to all resource persons and participants, and reaffirms its commitment to continuous faculty development in accordance with the NMC vision.
