Instructional Methods
AL = Active Learning (case-based learning, team-based learning, problem-based learning)
CE = Clinical Experience
DT = Didactic Teaching
IL = Independent Learning
S = Simulation, Role Play
Assessment Methods
CDR = Clinical Documentation Review
CP = Clinical Performance Ratings/Checklist
DO = Direct Observation
MCQ = Exam (institutionally developed or nationally normed/standardized, subject)2
OSAT = Exam (institutionally developed, technical skill)3
OE = Exam (institutionally developed, oral)
OSCE = Exam (institutionally developed, clinical performance; standardized patients can be used here)4
Emerging Topics
BSR = Basic Science Related
E = Ethics
GE = Genetics
GH = Global Health
N = Nutrition
OUD = Opioid User Disorder
PM = Pain Management
RX = Pharmacology
SS = Surgical Skills
Competence Level 1
K = Knows (Knowledge)
KH = Knows How (Competence)
SH = Shows How (Performance)
D = Does (Action)
APGO Electronic Resources
BCS = Basic Clinical Skills Curriculum
BSV = Basic Science Videos
EP = Effective Preceptor Series
ES = Educational Services
M1 = Milestone 1 Cases
OTC = Online Teaching Cases and Videos
uW = uWISE and PrepforRes
ACGME Competency
PC = Patient Care
MK = Medical Knowledge
PBLI = Practice-Based Learning and Improvement
ICS = Interpersonal and Communication Skills
P = Professionalism
SBP = Systems-Based Practice
HSS
HP = Health Policy and Advocacy
IP = Interprofessional Teamwork
L = Leadership
PH = Population Health
PS = Patient Safety
QI = Quality Improvement
SD = Social Determinant
VBC = Value-Based Case
1 As defined by Miller, GE in The assessment of clinical skills/competence/performance. Acad Med 1990;65:S63-7.
2 Multiple Choice Question Examination
3 Objective Structured Assessment of Technical Skills
4 Objective Structured Clinical Examination
