CURV 801 - Providing Feedback to Learners
Course Description
Providing transparent, constructive, and actionable feedback is essential for fostering effective learning in clinical environments. Whether you're a seasoned educator or a healthcare professional looking to enhance your teaching approach, this microcredential validates your ability to deliver and articulate effective feedback in clinical settings, ensuring learner growth and improved patient care.
In Providing Feedback to Learners in the Clinical Environment, you will demonstrate your expertise in structuring timely, specific feedback aligned with best practices in medical education. From employing evidence-based feedback models to fostering reflective learning, this microcredential assesses the critical skills needed to create meaningful learning experiences in clinical settings.
You will also be required to:
- Apply structured feedback frameworks that promote learner growth and professional development
- Adapt feedback strategies to suit different clinical scenarios and learner needs
- Foster a supportive learning environment that encourages self-assessment and continuous improvement
What to Expect
When you enrol in this microcredential, we will provide resources and exercises to refresh your skills in virtual teaching strategies. You will then complete an assessment demonstrating your ability, and an expert assessor will review your work and provide personalized feedback. If you meet our standard for expertise, you will earn a Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) Curv Microcredential from The Chang School, validating your ability to:
- Apply evidence-based feedback frameworks to support learner development in clinical settings
- Adapt feedback strategies to different learner needs, levels of experience, and clinical situations
- Use effective questioning and reflection techniques to promote self-directed learning
- Foster a supportive learning environment that encourages continuous skill development
- Justify your feedback approach by demonstrating your rationale and decision-making process
For the assessment, you will:
- Be assigned a realistic clinical teaching scenario requiring you to observe a learner’s performance and provide structured feedback
- Use a provided template to document your feedback approach, including observations, feedback delivery, and follow-up strategies
- Record a video walkthrough explaining your feedback strategy and decision-making process
Meet the Curv Creator
This microcredential was created by Dr. Clare Hutchinson, Pediatrician and Pediatric Rheumatologist at North York General Hospital. She is an Assistant Clinical Professor at the TMU School of Medicine, Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Toronto, and currently sits as Interim Assistant Dean, Curricular Innovation at TMU.
Who Should Take This Program?
This microcredential is for healthcare professionals who play a role in training and assessing learners in clinical environments. Whether you’re a physician, nurse, allied health professional, or clinical educator, this microcredential is designed to help you refine your ability to provide structured, meaningful feedback that enhances learner growth and patient care.
You might be an experienced clinician looking to strengthen your teaching skills or a new educator seeking to build confidence in delivering feedback. Regardless of your background, this microcredential validates your ability to foster a supportive learning environment and ensure learners receive constructive, actionable feedback in real-world clinical settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the requirements for this microcredential?
You should have foundational knowledge and skills before enrolling. If you can answer ‘yes’ to all of the following statements, you may be ready to enrol:
- Basic computer literacy (hardware, software, Internet, etc.)
- Proficiency with spoken and written English
- Experience providing or receiving feedback in a professional or educational setting
- Understanding of key feedback principles, including constructive and formative feedback
- Familiarity with virtual collaboration tools such as Zoom and QuickTime for discussions and recording
- Awareness of interpersonal communication strategies to foster a positive feedback environment
What do I need to do for the assessment?
You will participate in a feedback simulation exercise to assess your ability to deliver practical, constructive feedback. Using a provided scenario, you will:
- Observe a performance and identify key areas of strength and improvement
- Apply a structured feedback model to craft a constructive response
- Record a video walkthrough of your feedback delivery, demonstrating professionalism, clarity, and engagement. Alternatively, you may submit a written response along with a screen recording
What are the technological requirements for the assessment?
You will need the following tools:
- A stable internet connection (no minimum speed required)
- A computer with an internet browser (e.g., Chrome, Edge, Safari, Firefox; Chrome is recommended for optimal experience)
- A webcam and microphone for recording your lesson delivery
- A mobile phone* capable of receiving SMS text messages for two-factor authentication
Why do I need a mobile phone?
You will need a mobile device for two-factor authentication to access the my.torontomu.ca portal and the micro credential environment (D2L Brightspace)
How much time do I have to complete the assessment after enrolling?
Your microcredential will last for six weeks. During the first two weeks, you will have access to the microcredential environment (D2L Brightspace) to explore the supporting materials and complete practice activities. These materials are self-paced and can take approximately 2 to 7 hours, depending on your experience.
Starting in the third week, you will have access to the assessment scenario and materials. You can open the assessment window and complete it any time during the second week. The assessment is time-limited, and it is recommended that you follow the suggested time limit (e.g., three hours) outlined in the Assessment Information section.
What are my support options?
Upon enrolling, you will have access to refresher resources and exercises. Your expert assessor will be available through the D2L Support Forum for any questions prior to the assessment. If you have any questions or experience any technical issues, you may contact Toronto Metropolitan University’s Computing and Communications Services (CCS) by email or phone.
What happens once I complete the assessment?
You will receive your result from an expert assessor one week after completing the assessment.
- If you meet the criteria and pass the assessment, you will receive a shareable Curv microcredential digital credential from The Chang School at Toronto Metropolitan University. This credential can be shared on your LinkedIn profile, personal website, or anywhere you wish to showcase your achievements.
- If you do not pass the assessment, you may re-enroll in the next offering of this microcredential. Be sure to review your feedback and ensure you fill any gaps in knowledge or skills before re-registering.