April NERDs

Join us on Monday, April 9, 2018, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m, in room A3-100 at University Hospital, as Drs. Robert Hammond, Joanna Walsh and Matthew Cecchini discuss "Sharing of Technology & Techniques for PaLM Teaching".

Date: Monday, April 9, 2018
Time: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Location: A3-100, University Hospital


Drs. Robert Hammond, Andy Leung, and Joe Megyesi

“Simulated Case-based Learning: Old Tools New Tricks”

Learning objectives:

  1. Introduce the concept and philosophy of a novel simulated learning tool in clinical neurosciences
  2. Describe the dual platform: case presentations and atlas
  3. Demonstrate sample cases and simulated feedback
  4. Using the current blueprint, engage interested colleagues in collaborating on a similar tool in their field


Dr. Joanna Walsh

“Utilization of digital pathology in UME”

Learning objectives:

  1. List the technical challenges, financial costs and potential educational benefits of creating animated movies for teaching
  2. Design suitable slides for the “target” feature in Western’s new clicker software, iClicker cloud
  3. Use templates to create interactive activities for use in small group teaching


Dr. Matthew Cecchini

“Utilization of digital pathology in UME”

Learning objectives:

  1. Learning objectives:Learn to integrate digital pathology into didactic and small group teaching sessions.


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