The Changing Role of Medical Students: Embracing New Responsibilities in Health Care Education

By Jeni Harden PhD MPhil MA(Hons), Ronald M. Harden OBE MD FRCP(Glas) FRCSEd FRCPC

The past two decades have witnessed a significant shift in the role of students in medical education, evolving from mere consumers and clients to active partners in the learning process. This transformation is arguably the most important development in medical education during this period. The Changing Role of Medical Students offers a comprehensive exploration of the implications of this shift for educators, researchers, administrators, and all stakeholders across health care education.

Authored by renowned medical educator Ronald M. Harden, author of Essential Skills of the Medical Teacher and Eight Roles of the Medical Teacher, and his daughter Jeni Harden, a social scientist with extensive experience teaching both medical and social science students, this book aims to inform and inspire. From the philosophical to the pragmatic, students will better understand the multifaceted roles they can and should embrace in their own education, teachers and trainers will learn how to actively engage students in this process, and administrators will gain insights for how to review and evolve the role of students in their organizations for maximum effectiveness.

Seven Key Roles of the Student

Describing the seven roles of the student as an active participant in the delivery of the education program, the book outlines the student’s responsibilities as a professional, a facilitator of their own learning, an information processor, a curriculum collaborator, an assessor, a teacher, and as a scholar. These roles are crucial in fostering a collaborative learning environment that prepares students for their future roles in the healthcare industry.

Reflective Narratives and Anecdotes

The book also contains short reflective narratives and anecdotes from the student perspective, providing valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities that arise when students take on more active roles in their education. These personal accounts highlight the importance of student engagement and participation in shaping their own learning experiences.

A Valuable Resource for All Stakeholders

The Changing Role of Medical Students is an essential read for students, teachers, and trainers, as well as curriculum evaluators and developers, faculty and admissions, researchers, and managers throughout the health care education system. By understanding and embracing their new roles, students can become more engaged, motivated, and effective learners, ultimately leading to better healthcare outcomes.

eBook Version Included

With the purchase of the book, readers also gain access to an eBook version, allowing them to electronically access all of the text, figures, and references from the book.

Product Details

Publisher: Elsevier

Edition: 1st edition (July 5, 2023)

Language: English

Pages: 184

ISBN-10: 0323870228

ISBN-13: 978-0323870221