The purpose of this guide is to help people who are new to medical education research find information that will help them get started on a project, learn about various research methodologies, and conduct an effective search of the education literature.
The new "Carnegie Report," describes shifts that are recommended in U.S. medical education. Applies adult learning theory to the medical education landscape. This is a link to the online version provided through Penn State University Libraries; Harrell Health Sciences Library also has a print copy; inquire at main desk.
Free online. Outlines specific skills that residents are expected to master in residency programs for various specialties. Check to see whether skills that you teach are addressed by any of these milestones.
Describes different types of research in medical education and encourages clarification studies which ask "why or how did it work," requiring qualitative research methods.
Argues that medical education research should be grounded in a theoretical framework and that authors should be explicit about the educational philosophies underpinning the research.