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Deliver high-quality basic science courses aligned with program outcomes
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Ensure effective delivery of all basic science courses with clear learning outcomes and structured learning activities.
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Integrate basic sciences horizontally (within the same year) and vertically (linking to clinical relevance).
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Ensure students achieve the intended CLOs and contribute effectively to PLO achievement.
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Strengthen course management and coordination across years 1–4
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Coordinate course scheduling, sequencing, and integration across disciplines.
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Standardize course guides, learning resources, and assessment plans across basic science courses.
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Ensure consistent documentation and course file requirements for all basic phase courses.
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Enhance teaching and learning strategies to improve student engagement and performance
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Implement student-centered approaches (PBL/hybrid learning, tutorials, seminars, SDL, team-based activities).
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Use active learning strategies to enhance understanding and long-term retention.
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Provide structured support for students to develop study skills, scientific thinking, and early clinical reasoning.
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Improve assessment quality, fairness, and early feedback
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Align CLOs with assessment methods and ensure appropriate blueprinting and exam quality standards.
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Apply item review and item analysis to improve reliability and validity of assessments.
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Identify students’ strengths and weaknesses early and provide remediation plans and targeted support.
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Strengthen academic advising and student support during the basic phase
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Provide structured academic advising and early warning systems for students at risk.
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Support student wellbeing, professionalism, and learning skills development in coordination with relevant units.
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Ensure clear communication of course expectations, grading policies, and assessment rubrics.
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Promote research skills and scientific inquiry in early years
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Encourage student participation in research activities and foundational research skills training.
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Support faculty-led educational and biomedical research aligned with college priorities.
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Integrate research literacy (evidence-based medicine basics) into learning activities where appropriate.
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Optimize learning resources, laboratories, and educational facilities
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Ensure effective utilization and safety of laboratories and practical sessions.
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Strengthen access to digital resources, e-learning tools, and updated references.
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Coordinate with support units to enhance learning infrastructure and student learning spaces.
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Implement continuous quality improvement for the preparatory year and basic phase
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Conduct annual course evaluations (KPIs, CLO achievement, surveys, course reports) and implement action plans in collaboration with the responsible units and Councils.
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Use benchmarking and stakeholder feedback to guide improvements.
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Contribute to periodic comprehensive program review (every 5 years – SSRP) and ensure NCAAA compliance.
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