Philosophical and Psychological Bases Of Education

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Principles of philosophy and psychology pertinent to educational situations in the health professions that form the basis for the teaching and learning of the health professional.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES

1. Effective communication skills in written and oral forms
2. Outstanding professionalism and sense of service to the Filipino people
3. Cultural competence and ability to collaborate with other health professionals
4. Ability to develop context-based macro and micro-plans for health professions education
5. Advanced teaching skills with evidence-based application
6. Skills in developing and implementing educational evaluation plans
7. Ability to analyze existing evidence in the production of new, relevant, and updated evidence
8. Effective educational leadership abilities and administration skills

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

After completing this course, you should be able to—

1. Discuss the basic philosophical and psychological concepts, principles and theories on teaching and learning as applied in health professions education.
2. Describe the various strengths and weaknesses of each philosophy and theory as applied in teaching and learning in the health sciences.
3. Formulate one’s own philosophy of teaching and learning.
4. Formulate one’s psychological theory of teaching and learning.
5. Design an instructional activity where their personal philosophy and theory of teaching and learning and are applied in an actual health science or health professions education program/course.