Educator workshop - inclusive induction - 2025-01-08

Overview

This workshop explored strategies for developing inclusive learning environments in medical education, with particular focus on general practice settings. The session brought together educators to share experiences and best practices in supporting diverse learners.

Key Themes Discussed

Understanding Inclusive Practice

• Explored the Oxford framework definition of inclusive practice

• Discussed how to ensure equal access for all learners

• Acknowledged varying forms of marginalisation in medical education

• Highlighted the higher prevalence of neurodiversity among medical professionals

Reverse Mentoring

We explored how traditional teaching hierarchies can be effectively inverted:

• Students sharing technological expertise with tutors. Practical example: Successful collaboration on AccuRx questionnaire development

• Benefits observed for both tutors and students

Supportive Communication Strategies

Participants shared effective approaches:

• Informal individual conversations

• Non-intrusive questioning techniques

• Timing considerations for sensitive discussions

• Creating psychologically safe spaces for dialogue

Neurodiversity in Medical Education

• Questions about assessment effectiveness

• Timing of support implementation

• Post-qualification workplace adaptations

The workshop identified key support mechanisms:

• Access to Work programme

• Flexible learning adjustments