Table 1 The Ten Windows of CM- Developed from Harden (2001)- Curriculum Planning and Building
From: Approaching an undergraduate medical curriculum map: challenges and expectations
Window | Description |
|---|---|
The expected learning outcomes | Outlines the formal curriculum and will link to windows ‘Curriculum Content’ window and ‘Learning outcomes and ‘Student Assessment’ |
Curriculum content or areas of expertise covered | Links to ‘Expected Learning Outcomes’ and relates to competency based assessment and knowledge |
Student assessment | Learning outcomes- OSCES/ SBAs |
Learning opportunities | Links to ‘Learning Resources’ Window and includes independent learning, small group work and large group teaching sessions. |
Learning location | Lecture theatres Small group tutorials Laboratory based work |
Learning resources | Links to ‘Learning Opportunities’ Window and includes books, articles from journals and simulation |
Timetable | Scheduling of learning opportunities in curriculum and can link to ‘Students’ window |
Staff | Administrative, professional and technical team involved in maintaining CM |
Curriculum management | Relates to team that manages educational activities in curriculum |
Students | Includes students portfolio to create personalised learning plan, timetable of activities |