Course Catalog
STP2097 DEVELOPING THE MEDICAL LEARNER CAPSTONE
Department
MEDICAL EDUCATION
Campus
Birmingham
Course Type(s)
Special Topic
Facility
Course Director
BROOK HUBNER, PhD
Enrollment Limit
200
Contact
BROOK HUBNER, PhD
Enrollment Minimum
1
Email
bhubner@uab.edu
Address
VH 102
Phone
(205) 934-1007
Fax
(205) 348-4429
Weeks
Normally Offered
See Offering Dates
46-46
Prerequisites
* * * WRITTEN APPROVAL REQUIRED * * * Attendance and participation in all scheduled sessions Completion of the following graded components: Growth Narrative or Reflection Portfolio (500-800 words) synthesizing learning and identity development Basic Science Integration Presentation (5-7 min + =3 slides + reflection paragraph) Basic Science Teaching Session (20 min interactive peer session + brief teaching reflection) Academic and Professional Development Plan (APDP) (1-2 pages, finalized with a learning specialist) Letter to My Future Self (written or video, 3-5 minutes) Active participation in peer feedback, resilience workshop, and group reflection activities
Specific Clerkship Prerequisites:
Visiting Students
No LCME students accepted.
No osteopathic students accepted.
Course Description
This one-week capstone synthesizes key lessons from Developing the Medical Learner. Students consolidate personal and academic growth, reaffirm professional identity, and translate reflection into actionable strategies for success. The course integrates foundational biomedical science with applied teaching, reflection, and forward planning. Format: In-person workshops, peer teaching, and individual consultations
Where To Report
Volker Hall: Room TBD
Requirements
Attendance and participation in all scheduled sessions
Completion of the following graded components:
Growth Narrative or Reflection Portfolio (500–800 words) synthesizing learning and identity development
Basic Science Integration Presentation (5–7 min + =3 slides + reflection paragraph)
Basic Science Teaching Session (20 min interactive peer session + brief teaching reflection)
Academic and Professional Development Plan (APDP) (1–2 pages, finalized with a learning specialist)
Letter to My Future Self (written or video, 3–5 minutes)
Active participation in peer feedback, resilience workshop, and group reflection activities
Evaluation
Attendance and Participation: Active engagement in all workshops, discussions, and peer teaching sessions.
Completion of Assignments: Submission of all required components
Responsiveness to Feedback: Demonstrated incorporation of peer and faculty feedback into assignments
Professionalism: Consistent demonstration of respect, collaboration, and accountability throughout the course.
Evaluation Method:
Faculty and learning specialists will review participation and submitted materials using a completion-based rubric. Feedback will focus on the clarity of reflection, evidence of integration across learning experiences, and thoughtful application of feedback to future goals.
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