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SAMPLE LEARNING AGENDA

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Personal Learning Goals
Method of Achievement
Assessment Measures
Develop confidence and efficiency in taking histories and performing physical examinations. Review patient appointments with preceptor and pick out appropriate patients to see. Keep a patient log. Receive feedback from preceptor on performance.
Work-up at least one patient per week, including: H&P, problem list, assessment, plan, concise write-up and oral presentation with emphasis on differential diagnosis. Review patient appointments with preceptor and pick out appropriate patients to see. Keep a patient log. Receive feedback from preceptor on performance.
Develop and research basic science, populational and behavioral learning issues from clinical cases. Identify learning issues from patients seen with the preceptor. Emphasize basic science aspects of the disease process. Discuss learning issues with preceptor and receive feedback and comments.
Explore community resources available to the preceptor's patients for a particular problem. Learn how to utilize these resources in the care of patients. Investigate resources available in the community by using the internet, phone and visits. Learn how patients can access these services. Discuss findings with the preceptor and receive feedback about the acquired information.
Explore issues concerning balancing a professional and personal life. Discuss with the preceptor how he/she balances his/her family responsibilities with a clinical practice. Write a "Medicine & Life" essay based on the discussion and my personal feelings.
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