#66 - Assess or Stress? Factors influencing assessors in low and middle income contries

#66 - In this episode, we explore the challenges medical educators face while grading students across diverse settings in the Global South. With a mix of personal quirks, varying levels of confidence, and unpredictable environments, the grading process goes beyond simply assessing knowledge. It’s about navigating complexities and adapting to ever-changing circumstances.Join us as we uncover the intricacies of assessment, the impact of context, and the balancing act between intention and reality.Episode host: Jonathan Sherbino.You can find episode notes and resources at the Papers Podcast episode website.Episode article: Sims, D. A., Lucio-Ramirez, C. A., & Cilliers, F. J. (2024). Factors influencing clinician-educators’ assessment practice in varied Southern contexts: A health behaviour theory perspective. Advances in Health Sciences Education. PAPERs Podcast are:Hosts: Lara Varpio, Jason Frank, Jonathan Sherbino, Linda SnellTechnical Producer: Samuel LundbergWeb Manager: Alex AlexanderssonExecutive Producer: Teresa SöröProduction of Teaching and Learning at Karolinska Institutet

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Join hosts Jason Frank, Jonathan Sherbino, Linda Snell, and Lara Varpio as they dive deep into the latest articles and discussions in health professions education (HPE). Combining rigorous academic analysis with light-hearted and accessible commentary, PAPERs podcast is a must-listen for scholars and educators in the field of Medical Education (MedEd).Our podcast, produced by the Unit for Teaching and Learning at Karolinska Institutet (KI) is designed to make complex topics engaging and easy to understand, ensuring it becomes a regular part of your listening schedule. Tune in for insightful conversations that blend scholarly depth with an approachable style.The articles that are discussed relates to topics like Professional Identity Formation (PIF) Theoretical framework, Continuing Medical Education (CME) and Continuing Professional Development (CPD), Generativ AI, Curriculum design, Faculty development and more!​Website:The PAPERs Podcast - Keeping you up to date on Health Profession Education research (ki.se)Social media: PapersPodcast on X