The description of the method of assessment is detailed in each of the outlines. In general, assessment is based on attendance, participation in small groups and seminars, the quality of written reports and write-ups, and performance on oral, written, and practical examinations. You will receive a written evaluation of your performance from each component of the course in addition to an overall grade.


Grades

Your final grade will be Honors, Pass or Fail. The grade will be based on the individual component evaluations approximately weighted as follows:

Mental Status Exam 15% (based on seminar participation) Physical Diagnosis 40% (participation and write-ups-30%) (written/practical exams-10%) Ethics exam 15% (based on seminar/written exam) Nutrition 5% (based on attendance) Public Health 15% (based on seminar/paper) Intro to Health Systems 10% (based on written exam)

Course Evaluation

The course director and the component leaders consider your feedback vital to the goal of improving the course. Accordingly, you will be asked to provide anonymous written feedback about the component’s strengths and constructive suggestions for improvements.