Learning at large conferences: from the 'sage on the stage' to contemporary models of learning.



Torre, Dario, Manca, Annalisa ORCID: 0000-0001-5494-4267, Durning, Steven, Janczukowicz, Janusz, Taylor, David ORCID: 0000-0002-3296-2963 and Cleland, Jennifer ORCID: 0000-0003-1433-9323
(2017) Learning at large conferences: from the 'sage on the stage' to contemporary models of learning. Perspectives on medical education, 6 (3). 205 - 208.

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Abstract

<h4>Aim</h4>To explore and evaluate the affordances of a flipped classroom model applied to a research paper session within the professional development opportunity of a large conference setting.<h4>Method</h4>Authors were invited to present their research papers in a flipped classroom presentation format at two large, multi-national conferences. Before the session, authors and moderators met online to clarify features of the session, and preparation of the material. The research material was then posted online before the conference, to allow access by meeting attendees. During the sessions, moderators encouraged the audience to actively participate. An evaluation form was collected from the audience at the end of each session.<h4>Results</h4>Participants found the session valuable, and appreciated the opportunity to engage in a meaningful dialogue with colleagues. However, the majority of the audience did not access the materials in advance. Lack of time, or technology-related issues were mentioned as potential challenges to such format.<h4>Conclusion</h4>In the context of a large conference, a 'flipped session' format can facilitate active learning and a participatory culture of inquiry. However, to change the nature of how individuals learn collaboratively at large conferences means a change in the culture of continuous professional learning.

Item Type: Article
Divisions: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences > School of Histories, Languages and Cultures
Depositing User: Symplectic Admin
Date Deposited: 12 Jul 2021 07:33
Last Modified: 18 Jan 2023 21:36
DOI: 10.1007/s40037-017-0351-3
URI: https://livrepository.liverpool.ac.uk/id/eprint/3129514