Year I-II Curriculum Review Task Force Committee Charge

To review the curriculum of the preclinical biennium (Year I and Year II) and to formulate a plan for curriculum renewal. The goal is to implement a restructured preclinical biennium curriculum for the class entering the College of Medicine in the academic year 1999-2000.

The work of the committee should focus on:

• Integration: Among courses in each academic year and across the first two years.

• Student-centered learning: Converting from a passive, lecture-based curriculum to a program that incorporates the concepts of adult learning theory. Alternative formats such as case-based learning, small group discussion, self-directed learning and the use of computer-based technology need to be considered.

• Outcomes analysis: Defining the standards expected of the curriculum and each student to prepare the students for entry into the clinical biennium, licensure examinations and the eventual clinical practice of medicine.

• Content review: Assuring that curricular content is current and balanced.