Submission ID 77381
| Code | WG-7 |
|---|---|
| At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to: | |
| Learning Objective 1 | Create short written poems/prose pieces, working independently and in small groups |
| Learning Objective 2 | Make use of the opportunity to share their work with peers in a supportive environment |
| Learning Objective 3 | Identify the possible impact of a creative writing practice on wellness - for students, faculty, and the larger medical education community. |
| Category | Medical Education |
| Type | Workshop |
| Title | A Creative Practice: Arts & Humanities Writing in Undergraduate Medical Education |
| Rationale/Background | Arts & Humanities is a growing area of interest in Medical Education. A variety of medical schools have created a variety of programs incorporating creative writing as a means of encouraging creativity, expression and wellness in students. At the University of Saskatchewan, College of Medicine, our Arts & Humanities writing program is in its 7th year. This workshop will be an opportunity for participants to take part in short creative writing exercises, both individually and as a group, and share their thoughts and ideas in the community of practice. |
| Instructional Methods | Zoom/online format; after a brief welcome/intro/overview, the remainder of the session will be participation in four independent and group creative writing exercises; participants will be placed in smaller breakout groups in order to encourage sharing of their work in a supportive and safe learning environment; end of session open discussion of ideas and benefits of a creative writing practice in medical education. |
| Target Audience | faculty/students interested in Arts and Humanities in Medical Education, or an interest in creative writing as a means to wellness |
| Keyword 1 | wellness |
| Keyword 2 | arts and humanities |
| Keyword 3 | creative writing |
| Abstract content most relevant to: (check all that apply) | Continuing Professional Development (CPD) (faculty development, CME)
Undergraduate Medical Education |
| Abstract Track - First Choice | Humanities in Medicine |
| Authors | Helen Chang Helen Chang |
