The Impact of Pass/Fail Standardized Testing and Grades on Learners and Training Programs

Date: Friday, December 8, 2023, 12:00-1:00pm (PT)

Speakers: Heather McPhillips, MD, MPH & Tai Lockspeiser, MD, MHPE, FAAP

Learning Objectives

1. Distinguish between feedback, assessment, evaluation, and grading
2. Describe competency based medical education and explain the rationale for embracing this educational model
3. Apply principles of equity to your own assessment strategies 
4. Analyze the benefits and pitfalls of different approaches to grading in medical student education

Accreditation with Commendation: The University of Washington School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation: The University of Washington School of Medicine designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 9.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.