Competencies Assessed in Medical Biochemistry

Effective Communication is determined by

requiring one-on-one oral communication skills and teamwork in PBLs.

requiring written reports that are submitted electronically.     

utilizing the statewide Triple Jump Exam.

Basic Clinical Skills are introduced by

requiring students to organize and analyze the data presented in various cases and to make a diagnosis.

Life-long Learning is addressed by

requiring students to deal with their personal limits in knowledge and carry out searches of bibliographic
databases to find answers to their questions.

utilizing the statewide Triple Jump Exam.

Self-awareness, Self-care, and Personal Growth are highlighted in

PBLs that enable each student to become aware of their personal limitations and help them to accept
feedback from others (both students and faculty).

Moral Reasoning and Ethical Judgment is addressed by

examining several ethical dilemmas which stem from inborn errors of metabolism and gene therapy.

Problem Solving is assessed utilizing

4 PBLs plus the statewide triple jump exam.