Case Studies in Curricular Innovations

Foundation Course

This intensive program prepares students for the academic rigor and emotional demands of medical training, covering essential skills like:

• Time management and study strategies

• Stress management and self-care

• Communication and teamwork

• Clinical exposure and insight

JZMU, China (2012-2018)

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Early Clinical Exposure (ECE)

A component of Longitudinal Clinical Experience (Based on the RIME framework).

Setting: Classroom

Approach: case - based

Instructional method: Team teaching

JZMU, China (2012-2018)

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AETCOM Training

Attitude, Ethics, and Communication training through video-based learning (VBL) with OWIS methodology based on “EUR” principle to enhance professional behaviours and empathy.

JZMU, China (2013-2018)

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Integrated Teaching

Small Group Teaching (SGT) through scenario/case -based guided discovery technique to promote integrated and deep learning.

JZMU, China (2013-2018) 

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Integrated assessments

Utilization of integrated assessments (synoptic) as formative assessments.

JZMU, China (2013-2017)

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Differentiated Instruction (Ability Grouping)

CRACS program to scaffold students through differentiated instruction (Response to Intervention/RTI Model), tailoring guidance to individual needs. 

 JZMU, China (2013-2019)

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Journal Club (Ability Grouping)

CRECS Program designed to provide students with enriched curricular support through journal club, research training, and more.

 JZMU, China (2013-2019)

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Near-Peer mentorship Program/ NPMP (Ability Grouping)

Embedded within the CRAS program, connecting junior learners with trained senior peers for academic support.

JZMU, China (2013-2019)