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FFP1 is a course for MedYear 2 students.
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Dr. Paul O’Farrell is the lecturer for Foundations for Practice 1.
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One of the learning outcomes for FFP1 includes discussing the application of professionalism.
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Case Based Learning (CBL) is defined within the learning outcomes of FFP1.
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The module coordinator for FFP1 is Dr. Paul A. O’Farrell.
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Dr Anthony Friel contributes to the Public Health module.
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Clinical Microbiology is part of the Clinical Sciences in FFP1.
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Dr Hani Malik is involved in both GP and Medicine.
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Surgery is classified under Foundational Sciences in FFP1.
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Dr Nitya Kumar specializes in Cell Biology.
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Case Based Learning (CBL) prepares students for clinical practice using authentic clinical cases.
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Prof Nuha Birido teaches pharmacology.
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Dr Patrick Walsh specializes in Biochemistry.
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Moodle is a social media platform for sharing educational resources.
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Prof Sam McConkey is associated with clinical micro.
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Dr Safiya Khalaf focuses on clinical microbiology.
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Each module in the Virtual Learning Environment has its own page.
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Dr Wendy Maddison specializes in pharmacology.
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Quizzes within the histology section of the VLE contribute to your overall grade.
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The first Progress Test will take place on November 1st, 2022.
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Feedback and Q&A sessions only address questions about curriculum issues.
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Case Based Learning (CBL) materials are released after each session.
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Knowledge Check 1 is scheduled for October 5th.
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Moodle is primarily used for hosting patient information.
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The Calgary Cambridge Model is a framework related to effective communication.
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Social determinants of health are excluded from the public health role outlined in the module.
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Knowledge Check 1 is planned for October 5th.
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Personal and Professional Identity constructs include professionalism, leadership, and resilience.
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Public Health is a foundational science in FFP1.
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Dr. Nitya Kumar teaches both Population Health and Epidemiology.
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Clinical Microbiology is classified under Clinical Sciences in FFP1.
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Dr. Hani Malik only contributes to the Surgery module.
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The Anatomy module is part of the Foundational Sciences in FFP1.
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The first Progress Test will examine only FFP1 content.
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Materials for each 'visit' are released before each CBL session.
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Feedback and Q&A sessions only provide feedback on assessments.
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Quizzes within the histology section of the VLE do not impact your overall grade.
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Case Based Learning (CBL) materials are released prior to the CBL sessions.
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Case Based Learning (CBL) utilizes authentic clinical cases to enhance student preparation for clinical practice.
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Dr. Paul O'Farrell specializes in clinical microbiology.
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Prof. Sam McConkey teaches pharmacology.
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Moodle is a Virtual Learning Environment that helps students access learning materials.
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Dr. Safiya Khalaf has a focus on pharmacology.
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The link to the VLE is https://vle.rcsi.com/course/view.php?id=6444.
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Clinical Microbiology is part of the Clinical Sciences in the FFP1 module.
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Dr. Tariq AlMusawi is a specialist in psychiatry.
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Dr. Paul O'Farrell is both the lecturer and the module coordinator for Foundations for Practice 1.
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The Calgary Cambridge Model is used exclusively for pharmacological studies.
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Social determinants of health are a significant topic included in the learning outcomes of FFP1.
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The Global Burden of Disease study data is irrelevant to understanding trends in health outcomes.
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Case Based Learning (CBL) solely focuses on theoretical knowledge without practical application.
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Psychiatry is included in the Clinical Sciences of FFP1.
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Dr. Hani Malik is solely focused on the General Practice module in FFP1.
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Public Health and Health Delivery form a combined module under the Foundational Sciences in FFP1.
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Clinical Microbiology is a subject area assigned to Dr. Nahed Seddiq.
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Biochemistry is categorized within the Clinical Sciences of FFP1.
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Feedback and Q&A sessions provide opportunities to ask questions about assessment and general curriculum issues.
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The materials for each CBL session are released after the sessions are completed.
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The first Progress Test will only assess content from years 4 and 5.
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Quizzes in the histology section of the VLE significantly affect students' overall grades.
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Case Based Learning (CBL) aligns foundational and clinical sciences with vertical themes.
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Prof. Charlotte Kamel specializes in clinical microbiology.
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Dr. Salim Fredericks teaches pharmacology.
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Dr. Tariq AlMusawi specializes in clinical microbiology.
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Prof. Steve Safrany is involved in biochemistry.
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The Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) provides materials for learning sessions.
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Prof. Manaf AlQahtani specializes in psychiatry.
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Dr. Sara Mohamed is associated with simulation.
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Knowledge Check 1 is scheduled for October 5th, 2022.
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Study Notes
Foundations for Practice 1 (FFP1)
- FFP1 is a module for the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI)
- Dr. Paul O’Farrell is the module coordinator and lecturer.
- You can contact Dr. O’Farrell at [email protected].
- FFP1 covers the basics of the foundations and clinical sciences.
Learning Outcomes for the Module
- Successfully apply communication strategies as part of a team.
- Analyze global trends in morbidity and mortality using Global Burden of Disease study data.
- Apply the Calgary Cambridge Model in communication interactions.
- Demonstrate knowledge of professionalism, leadership, and resilience.
- Explain the biomolecular, cellular, and biochemical fundamentals of life.
- Understand the principles of pharmacology.
- Analyze the social determinants of health.
- Describe the breadth and function of public health and health promotion.
- Examine the pathological and immunological processes underlying disease.
- Identify characteristics of medically important microorganisms.
- Understand the pathogenesis of bacterial infections.
- Explain the principles of microbiological diagnostic investigations.
- Apply psychological principles to maintaining health.
Foundational Sciences Covered
- Professional and Personal Identity (PPId)
- Physiology
- Biochemistry
- Public Health
- Psychology
- Epidemiology
- Anatomy
- Pharmacology
- Population Health and Health Delivery
- Cell Biology
Clinical Sciences Covered
- Professional and Personal Identity (PPId)
- General Practice (GP)
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Microbiology
- Surgery
- Pathology
Module Contributors
- Dr. Anthony Friel (PPID)
- Dr. Eman Al Arayedh (GP)
- Dr. Hani Malik (GP/Medicine)
- Dr. Jeevan Shetty (Biochem, Cell Biol)
- Dr. Nahed Seddiq (Microbiology)
- Dr. Nermin Kamal (Microbiology)
- Dr. Nitya Kumar (PHE, PHHD)
- Dr. Muneera AlBuainain (GP)
- Dr. Patrick Walsh (Biochemistry)
- Dr. Paul O'Farrell (Biochem, Cell Biol, CBL)
- Dr. Sara Mohamed (CBL)
- Prof. Paul Murray (Pathology)
- Dr. Safiya Khalaf (Clinical Micro)
- Dr. Salim Fredericks (Biochem, Cell Biol)
- Dr. Sally Doherty (Psychology)
- Dr. Shaista Salman (PPID)
- Dr. Tariq AlMusawi (Clinical Micro)
- Dr. Wendy Maddison (PPID)
- Prof. Abdullah Darwish (Pathology)
- Prof. Charlotte Kamel (Psychiatry)
- Prof. Manaf AlQahtani (Clinical Micro)
- Prof. Nuha Birido (Simulation)
- Prof. Sam McConkey (PHHD)
- Prof. Steve Safrany (Pharmacology)
Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)
- The module page on Moodle is: https://vle.rcsi.com/course/view.php?id=6444
- The VLE is a key resource for accessing learning materials.
- Quizzes within the histology section of the VLE do not contribute to overall assessment.
Case Based Learning (CBL)
- CBL is a key component of the FFP1 module.
- CBL uses authentic clinical cases to prepare students for practice.
- CBL links theory to practice and integrates foundational and clinical sciences.
- Material for CBL sessions is released shortly before the sessions.
Assessment:
- The FFP1 module includes progress testing, knowledge checks, case-based learning (CBL), reflections and skills evaluations.
- The exact dates of the assessment components are on the VLE.
- It is essential to refer to the official VLE documentation for the most current information on assessments.
- You should attend scheduled feedback and Q&A sessions with year leads and teaching staff.
- These sessions are chances to get general feedback on assessments, ask questions about teaching, assessment, curriculum, admin issues etc.
- You may also ask subject related questions during the sessions.
- Be sure to submit your knowledge questions in advance to the year lead.
Foundations for Practice 1 (FFP1)
- FFP1 is a module for first-year medical students at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI).
- The module coordinator is Dr. Paul O’Farrell, who can be reached at [email protected].
- The module is delivered online through the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), also known as Moodle.
- The VLE link is: https://vle.rcsi.com/course/view.php?id=6444
Learning Outcomes
- Students will learn how to navigate the FFP1 module page on Moodle.
- Students will be able to identify module contributors.
- Students will understand the overall structure of the module.
- Students will be able to summarize the foundational sciences covered in the module.
- Students will summarize the clinical sciences covered in the module.
- Students will define and understand Case-Based Learning (CBL).
- Students will learn about the assessment structure for FFP1.
Foundational Sciences
- The foundational sciences included in FFP1 are:
- Physiology (Phys)
- Biochemistry (Biochem)
- Public Health (PHE)
- Psychology (Psych)
- Anatomy (Anat)
- Population Health and Health Delivery (PHHD)
- Pharmacology (Pharm)
- Cell Biology
Clinical Sciences
- The clinical sciences included in FFP1 are:
- General Practice (GP)
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Microbiology (Micro)
- Surgery
- Pathology (Path)
Module Contributors
- The module has a diverse team of contributors, including lecturers in each foundational and clinical science, as well as specialists in Professional and Personal Identity (PPID) and CBL.
Case Based Learning (CBL)
- CBL is a teaching approach that uses authentic clinical cases to prepare students for clinical practice.
- CBL links theory to practice and integrates foundational and clinical sciences.
- CBL materials are released closer to the CBL sessions, with materials for each session released just before the session.
Assessment Structure
- FFP1 includes both in-module assessments and core assessments.
- In-module assessments include knowledge checks, CBL exercises, and reflection assignments.
- Core assessments include progress tests, which cover FFP1 content and some material from years 4 and 5.
Histology
- The histology section on the VLE includes quizzes that do not contribute to the overall FFP1 grade.
Quizzes
- Quizzes within the histology section on the VLE do not count towards the overall FFP1 grade.
Feedback and Q&A Sessions
- The module team provides scheduled feedback and Q&A sessions with year leads and teaching staff.
- These sessions offer general feedback on assessments, address questions about the curriculum, teaching, and administration, and provide an opportunity to ask knowledge-based questions (if posed in advance).
Foundations For Practice 1 (FFP1)
- This module is for MedYear 1 students at RCSI Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland.
- Module coordinator is Dr. Paul A. O’Farrell, room: 334.
- Module page is available at: https://vle.rcsi.com/course/view.php?id=6444
Learning Outcomes
- Describe how to navigate the module page on Moodle.
- Recognize the module contributors.
- Outline the overall module structure.
- Summarize the foundational sciences.
- Summarize the clinical sciences.
- Define Case Based Learning (CBL).
- Outline FFP1 assessment.
Foundational Sciences
- Professional and Personal Identity (PPID)
- Psychology (Psych)
- Physiology (Phys)
- Biochemistry (Biochem)
- Anatomy (Anat)
- Public Health (PHE)
- Epidemiology (PHE)
- Population Health and Health Delivery (PHHD)
- Cell Biology
- Pharmacology (Pharm)
Clinical Sciences
- Professional and Personal Identity (PPID)
- General Practice (GP)
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Microbiology (Micro)
- Surgery
- Pathology (Path)
Module Contributors
- Dr. Anthony Friel: PPID
- Dr. Eman Al Arayedh: GP
- Dr. Hani Malik: GP/Medicine
- Dr. Jeevan Shetty: Biochem, cell biol
- Dr. Nahed Seddiq: microbiology
- Dr. Nermin Kamal: microbiology
- Dr. Nitya Kumar: PHE, PHHD
- Dr. Muneera AlBuainain: GP
- Dr. Patrick Walsh: Biochemistry
- Dr. Paul O'Farrell: Biochem, cell biol, CBL
- Dr. Sara Mohamed: CBL
- Prof. Paul Murray: Pathology
- Dr. Safiya Khalaf: clinical micro
- Dr. Salim Fredericks: Biochem, cell biol
- Dr. Sally Doherty: psychol
- Dr. Shaista Salman: PPID
- Dr. Tariq AlMusawi: clinical micro
- Dr. Wendy Maddison: PPID
- Prof. Abdullah Darwish: pathology
- Prof. Charlotte Kamel: psychiatry
- Prof. Manaf AlQahtani: clinical micro
- Prof. Nuha Birido: simulation
- Prof. Sam McConkey: PHHD
- Prof. Steve Safrany: pharmacology
Case Based Learning (CBL)
- Uses authentic clinical cases to prepare students for practice.
- Links theory to practice.
- Integrates foundational and clinical sciences with vertical themes.
- Encourages use of inquiry-based learning.
- Materials released closer to CBL sessions.
- Each "visit" materials released just before each session.
Assessment
- In-module assessment: knowledge checks, progress test, and CBL.
- Core assessments: reflect more on overall learning and knowledge integration.
Key Assessment Dates
- Knowledge check 1: October 5th/19th
- Progress test 1: November 1st
- CBL: October 16th-25th
- Reflection 1: TBD
- Skills evaluation: around October 2nd
Feedback and Q&A Sessions
- Scheduled sessions with year leads and teaching staff.
- General feedback on assessments.
- Opportunity to ask questions about teaching, assessment, curriculum, and admin issues.
- Potential to have knowledge questions addressed if posed in advance.
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This quiz covers the key learning outcomes of the Foundations for Practice 1 module at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. It explores essential concepts such as communication in healthcare, social determinants of health, and the fundamentals of pharmacology and public health. Prepare to test your knowledge on these critical foundations in clinical sciences.
