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International Conference on Health Professions Education 2024

Adapting to Change for Sustainability in Health Science Education

12 December 2024 to 14 December 2024 · Tamaka, Kolar, India

Sri R L Jalappa Centenary Year International Conference

A landmark event in the Sri R L Jalappa Centenary Year, bringing together global thought leaders, educators, researchers and healthcare professionals to explore the evolving landscape of health science education and its sustainability.

Speakers included Dr Olle ten Cate, Dr John H V Gilbert, Dr Maryellen Gusic and Dr Rashmi Vyas.

Held at Kolar in the Sri R L Jalappa Centenary Year, with a pre-conference workshop, keynotes, panels and research presentations.

Open to faculty from any higher education institution.
Abstracts of up to 300 words, peer reviewed, for oral and poster presentation.

Registration, as offered	Fee
Pre-conference workshop, per workshop	₹500
Conference in person, with the Coaching workshop	₹2,000
Online, plenaries and panels	₹1,000
Online, with the Coaching workshop	₹1,500
Coaching workshop alone	₹500

Plenary topics

Health professions education curriculum: Global to regional, bridging the gap
Coaching: An integral component of competence-based education
Programmatic assessment for documenting acquisition of competencies in health professions education
Entrustable Professional Activities: Way forward for embracing competency-based education in health science universities
Empowering educators through transformative leadership for sustaining change
Opportunities for educational fellowships in India and abroad for professional development
Need for quality initiative in educational programmes for a robust IPE

Research categories

Strategies for integrating emerging technologies
Approaches to curriculum development and assessment
Enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes through active teaching-learning
Adapting assessment and feedback mechanisms for continuous learning and improvement
Leadership approaches to manage change and foster innovation in health education
Building resilience and adaptability in health education programmes
Sustainability practices and their impact on educational quality
Other topics related to educational innovation and adaptation in health professions education

Programme

12 December 2024: Pre-conference

9:00 am–12:00 pm	Workshops: Educational Research; Interactive Tools; Reflection; Interprofessional Communication; Skill-Based Learning See the workshops below
1:30–4:30 pm	Workshops: Academic Leadership; Gamification; Conflict Management; Humanities; Interprofessional Telehealth Simulation; Outcome-Based Education See the workshops below
4:45 pm onwards	Inauguration and Keynote 1 Dr Rashmi Vyas

13 December 2024

9:00–9:45 am	Interprofessional Education, Learning, Practice and Care: Exploring Two Core Principles Dr John Gilbert
9:45–11:15 am	Paper presentation
11:15 am–12:00 pm	Programmatic Assessment for Documenting Acquisition of Competencies in Health Professions Education Dr Gagan Bajaj
12:00–1:00 pm	Entrustable Professional Activities: Way Forward for Embracing Competency-Based Education in Health Science Universities Dr Olle ten Cate
1:00–2:00 pm	Lunch
2:00–3:30 pm	Panel: Continuous Professional Development: Opportunities and Significance in Empowering Educators Dr Narasimman Swaminathan, Dr Kukkamalla Anand, Dr Jyotsna Sriranga, Dr Pruthviraj R
3:30–4:15 pm	Empowering Educators Through Transformative Leadership for Sustaining Change Dr Vinod Pallath
4:15–4:30 pm	Tea break
4:30–6:30 pm	Conference workshop. Coaching: A Tool to Support the Development of Self-Regulated Learning Skills in Health Professions Learners Dr Maryellen Gusic

14 December 2024

9:00–10:00 am	Artificial Intelligence and Ethics in Health Professions Education Dr Sudha Ramalingam
10:00 am–12:00 pm	Student Engagement: Aligning with the Core Abilities of Millennial Learners Dr Padmini Thalanjeri, Dr Swaroop Raj B V, Dr Tharanga Thoradeniya, Dr Nachiket Shankar
12:00–1:00 pm	Need for Quality Initiative in Educational Programmes for a Robust IPE Dr Anand R
1:00–2:00 pm	Lunch
2:00–3:00 pm	Quiz
3:00–3:30 pm	Best paper and poster presentation
3:30–4:00 pm	Valedictory ceremony

Pre-conference workshops

9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Educational Research

Dr. Narasimman Swaminathan

Types of studies to conduct an educational innovation/research project
Study design for an educational research project
Sharing of experience
Avenues/platforms for disseminating educational research

9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Skill-Based Learning

Dr. Rajesh K

Participants will acquire practical strategies to design and implement skill-based learning curricula effectively in healthcare education.
Attendees will enhance their ability to develop assessment tools that accurately evaluate the mastery of clinical and teaching skills.
The workshop will enable participants to integrate feedback mechanisms into learning processes to promote continuous improvement and professional growth.

9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Interprofessional Communication

Dr. Elsa Sanatombi Devi

Participants will develop effective communication strategies to facilitate teamwork and coordination among diverse healthcare professionals, improving patient outcomes.
Attendees will learn techniques to manage conflicts constructively and engage in collaborative decision-making in interprofessional settings.
The workshop will promote a deeper understanding of the roles and contributions of different health professions, fostering mutual respect and efficient collaboration.

9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Reflection

Dr. Kukkamalla Anand

Participants will gain practical tools and strategies to incorporate reflection into their teaching and clinical practices, enhancing their effectiveness as educators and practitioners.
Attendees will engage in group activities that promote shared learning and collective reflection, building skills to facilitate similar practices in their professional environments.
The workshop will equip participants with evidence-based methodologies to evaluate and improve their educational and clinical decision-making processes.

9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Interactive Tools

Dr. Swaroop Raj. B. V

1. Define and contextualise interactive learning tools and their role in technology-enabled medical education.
2. Identify and explore various types of interactive learning tools, including their features, benefits, and applications in medical education.
3. Analyse the benefits of using interactive tools in medical education, including enhanced learner engagement, motivation, and outcomes.
4. Demonstrate and discuss practical examples of interactive learning tools in medical education, highlighting successful implementations and best practices.

1:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Gamification

Dr. Smitha Bhat, Dr. Archana Bhat

Learn the fundamental principles of gamification and how they can be applied to enhance engagement and motivation in health professions education.
Collaborate to design interactive learning activities that incorporate gamification elements, making education more dynamic and enjoyable.
Develop assessment methods to evaluate the effectiveness of gamified elements in achieving learning outcomes and improving student performance.
Formulate a strategic plan for integrating gamification into their existing courses or programmes, considering their specific educational contexts and objectives.
Examine and discuss case studies of successful gamification in health professions education to inspire their own implementations.
Become familiar with various technology tools and platforms that facilitate gamification in education, enhancing their ability to create engaging learning experiences.

1:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Academic Leadership

Dr. Savita Ravindra

Participants will develop strategies to lead teams effectively, fostering collaboration and inclusivity in academic settings.
Attendees will enhance their decision-making and change management skills to address complex challenges in education and research.
The workshop will enable participants to design and implement strategic plans that align with institutional goals and priorities.

1:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Conflict Management

Dr. Vimal Kumar

Participants will learn strategies to identify the root causes of conflicts and address them constructively.
Participants will learn the different conflict-handling modes and the importance of understanding self.
Participants will develop communication techniques to de-escalate tensions and build consensus.
The workshop will enhance participants' ability to foster a blame-free culture of mutual respect and cooperation.

1:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Humanities

Dr. Jyotsna Sriranga

Participants will learn to incorporate humanities-based approaches into teaching to enhance empathy and patient-centred care.
Attendees will develop tools to use storytelling, art, and literature for critical reflection and ethical analysis.
The workshop will foster skills to bridge the gap between scientific and humanistic aspects of healthcare.

1:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Outcome-Based Education (Curriculum Mapping for OBE)

Dr. KNV Prasad, Dr. Sethil Kumar E

Understand the fundamentals of Outcome-Based Education (OBE), including its history, philosophy, and differences from traditional systems. Learn its core principles, such as clear focus, predefined outcomes, and student-centred learning.
Learn to develop SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) learning outcomes that align with educational goals and industry standards. Apply Bloom's Taxonomy to categorise outcomes in cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains.
Master the skills to align curriculum, instruction, and assessments with learning outcomes. Integrate critical thinking, problem-solving, and other essential skills into the curriculum.
Gain expertise in designing formative and summative assessments that effectively measure student achievement of learning outcomes.
Learn to establish continuous improvement processes based on outcome assessments and understand how OBE meets accreditation standards.
Explore how technology can support outcome-based learning and assessment, including the use of learning management systems, e-portfolios, and rubrics.

1:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Interprofessional Telehealth Simulation

Dr. Sarulatha H, Dr. Anjali Suresh, Ms. Saniksha

Participants will learn to design and implement telehealth simulation scenarios for skill development.
Attendees will enhance their ability to deliver patient-centred care in virtual settings.
The workshop will equip participants with strategies to address technical, ethical, and communication challenges in telehealth.