Ophthalmology Teaching-Learning in Undergraduate Classes: Roadblocks and The Remedies
Published: August 1, 2015 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.7860/JCDR/2015/.6350
Kirti Nath Jha
1. Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute,
Pondy-Cuddalore Main Road, Pillaiyarkuppam, Pondicherry, India.
Correspondence Address :
Dr. Kirti Nath Jha,
Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute,
Pondy-Cuddalore Main Road, Pillaiyarkuppam, Pondicherry, India.
E-mail: kirtinath.jha@gmail.com
Abstract
The curriculum needs to run apace with the changing morbidity pattern and social needs. Teaching methodology requires constant evolution. With a static curriculum and teaching methods undergraduate ophthalmology proves difficult for many students. This article briefly analyses the ophthalmology curriculum, highlights the problems of teaching and offers some solutions.
Keywords
Assessment, Curricular reform, Medical education, Teaching