Table 1 Positive and negative attributes of clinical teachers as role models
Clinical Attributes | |
Positive | Negative |
Good knowledge of medicine, able to articulate history taking skills | Inability to impart knowledge at the student level |
Empathy, respect and compassion for patients | Lack of empathy, respect or compassion for the patients |
Recognises own limitations | Lack of awareness of own limitations |
Personal Qualities | |
Positive | Negative |
Clearly prepares for the tutorials | Lack of enthusiasm for teaching and the subject |
Respectful interactions amongst all hospital staff | Lack of respect for members of staff |
Teaching Skills | |
Positive | Negative |
Provision of good patient interaction | Lack of patient interaction |
Positive learning environment, and a good rapport with students | Humiliation of students |
Structured tutorials, clear expectations | Poorly structured tutorials |
Understanding of the curriculum and assessment requirements | A poor understanding of the curriculum and assessment requirements |
Observation of student performance, and provision of immediate, meaningful feedback | Lack of direct observation, and lack of meaningful feedback |