Exploring cognitive integration of basic science and its effect on diagnostic reasoning in novices
Integration of basic and clinical science knowledge is increasingly being recognized as important for practice in the health professions.
Developing the experts we need: Fostering adaptive expertise through education
Three key educational approaches have been shown to foster the development of adaptive expertise: learning that emphasizes understanding, providing students with opportunities to embrace struggle and discovery in their learning, and maximizing variation in the teaching of clinical concepts. There is solid evidence that a commitment to these educational approaches can help medical educators to set trainees on the path towards adaptive expertise.
Anti-Semitism Education
This video charts the history of antisemitism from its origins until today. It tackles the hard questions about different and changing forms of antisemitism, persistent anti-Jewish stereotypes, the complex racial position of Jews in contemporary America, and the precise line between criticism of Israel and antisemitism.
Information for Faculty and Academic Staff on Effective Accommodations for Placements, and Practicums
For some students, the demands of a clinical environment reveal unexpected disability-related issues that might not have required accommodations in the past.
Demystifying Academic Accommodations
This document has been created to provide instructors with information about accommodating students with disabilities.
Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Faculty Mentoring for Teaching at U of T
P2P is a faculty mentoring for teaching program run by the Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation (CTSI) that involves a cohort of paired colleagues collaborating through structured, facilitated workshops and 1-1 partnerships to improve the quality of their course, the student learning experience, and to offer a supportive space for instructors to try new strategies, approaches and build confidence in their teaching.
More Than Pronouns: A Dialogue on Trans-Inclusion in the Workplace
Navigating a career can feel complicated or confusing. For trans and nonbinary people, there can be additional barriers in place which make the process even more complex.
Culture, Equity, and Justice in Occupational Therapy Practice
This guide outlines specific expectations for how occupational therapists (OTs) can provide services that are culturally safer while upholding the human rights of all clients and the people that OTs work with. These expectations apply to all OTs. Those in macro-level roles, such as leading and teaching, will be especially influential in actioning this work.
Student Mistreatment
If you have experienced or witnessed behaviour that you perceive or suspect as being mistreatment you can discuss, disclose, or report the concerning behaviour. Please come forward even if all you would like to do is talk.