Acknowledging and Addressing Microaggressions: A Virtual Experiential Learning Approach for Faculty.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Although the ACGME and other accrediting organizations are increasingly emphasizing the importance of clinical learning environments that value diversity, equity, and inclusion, faculty development surrounding behavioral skills that promote inclusivity in the learning environment still needs cultivation. We designed a virtual longitudinal faculty development curriculum focused on direct observation, feedback, and practice of behavioral skills to acknowledge and address microaggressions in the learning environment.

Methods

We used Kern's six steps of curriculum development to create four voluntary virtual workshops offered twice throughout the academic year, with topics including: (1) recognizing and naming microaggressions, (2) apologizing when harm has been exp

SUBMITTER: Essakow J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11374130 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature