Teaching Methodologies: The content of this module will be presented through a variety of methods that include observation and participation at the clinical site, independent reading and participation in online activities developed to guide experiential learning. Accommodations: Students requiring academic accommodations must follow the “Academic in the Elon University DPAS Student Handbook. Support” policy Academic Honesty: All Elon PA students acknowledged their commitment to abide by the Elon Honor Code by signing the Honor Pledge during orientation. Required Textbooks: All first-year required textbooks. CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment in Family Medicine, 3e Clinician’s Pocket Reference: The Scut Monkey, 11e Other Resources: *Moodle: Please check the course site frequently for new announcements, updated schedules, assignments and other course communication. Practicing physician assistants, physicians, allied health care providers and laboratory teaching aids. Assessment Activities: Exams/quizzes (30%), Preceptor Evaluation (60%), Professionalism (10%). Grade Scale and Grade Points: Percentage Letter Grade Grade points 89.50-100 A 4.0 85.50-89.49 B+ 3.3 79.50-85.49 B 3.0 75.50-79.49 C+ 2.3 69.50-75.49 C 2.0 Below 69.50 U 0 There is no rounding of grades. Note: For further information regarding academic standing in the Department of Physician Assistant Studies, please see the Student Handbook. Grading Criteria: Demonstrate acquisition of a strong basic science and medical science knowledge base as demonstrated on the written examination/quizzes.
Teaching Methodologies: The content of this module will be presented through a variety of methods that include observation and participation at the clinical site, independent reading and participation in online activities developed to guide experiential learning. Accommodations: Students requiring academic accommodations must follow the “Academic Support” policy in the Elon University DPAS Student Handbook. Academic Honesty: All Elon PA students acknowledged their commitment to abide by the Elon Honor Code by signing the Honor Pledge during orientation. Required Textbooks: All first-year required textbooks. CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment in Family Medicine, 3e Clinician’s Pocket Reference: The Scut Monkey, 11e Other Resources: *Moodle: Please check the course site frequently for new announcements, updated schedules, assignments and other course communication. Practicing physician assistants, physicians, allied health care providers and laboratory teaching aids. Assessment Activities: Exams/quizzes (30%), Preceptor Evaluation (60%), Professionalism (10%). Grade Scale and Grade Points: Percentage Letter Grade Grade points 89.50-100 85.50-89.49 79.50-85.49 75.50-79.49 69.50-75.49 Below 69.50 A B+ B C+ C U 4.0 3.3 3.0 2.3 2.0 0 There is no rounding of grades. Note: For further information regarding academic standing in the Department of Physician Assistant Studies, please see the Student Handbook. Grading Criteria: Demonstrate acquisition of a strong basic science and medical science knowledge base as demonstrated on the written examination/quizzes.