Integrating EPAs and milestones: connecting assessment and development
EPAs and milestones are both essential to competency-based medical education, yet their real power lies in how they work together. How this integration supports defensible assessment and meaningful learner development is explored in this article.
EPA-based medical education: how to strike a balance between assessment and trust
Picture this: a trainee spends more time filling out assessment forms than actually performing procedures, and the trainer feels like they’re constantly policing paperwork instead of teaching. This scenario is
5 Steps to successfully implement an EPA Portfolio
If you’re reading this blog, we assume you’re already familiar with EPA-based education and are ready to put it into practice for your medical program. An important but often overlooked
A full picture: How to integrate student information systems and digital portfolios in EPA-based medical education
When working with Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs), using the right technology can make a big difference in how smoothly and effectively things run. Student information systems (SIS) and digital portfolios
The essential steps to follow when implementing an EPA-based medical curriculum
Implementing an Entrustable Professional Activities (EPA)-based medical curriculum marks a profound transformation in how we approach medical education. It moves the focus away from abstract competency checklists and towards the
How a feedback culture creates a positive and effective practical learning environment
Feedback can be tricky. Done well, it’s a powerful tool for growth. Done poorly, it can demoralize even the most motivated learner. In EPA-based training, where learners are assessed on
Transforming your workplace into an effective training environment: making the most of EPA-based medical education
Let’s be honest: hospitals and clinics are hectic places. Alarms beep, phones buzz, coffee gets cold. Amidst all that chaos, expecting smooth, structured learning to “just happen” is… wishful thinking.
How to design clear EPAs
As medical education continues to evolve toward competency-based models, Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) are emerging as a powerful bridge between abstract competencies and real-world clinical practice. EPAs offer a practical
Why self-directed learning matters in EPA-based training
Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) have changed how we train and assess professionals. Instead of just learning theory, trainees gain real-world skills they need to perform safely and independently. But for
Outlining the essential portfolio functionalities for EPA-based medical education
A digital portfolio system is crucial for effectively implementing EPA-based medical education. This article outlines the essential portfolio functionalities to bring your training program into practice. Are you struggling to