PA-013 - Self-Reflection - A Bridge Between Learning and Life-Long Learning

Self-assessment, a Commission on Dental Accreditation standard, is a critical component within dental education intended to foster self-reflection on knowledge and skills to facilitate independent learning and growth. When self-assessment is integrated within the curriculum, it helps build a temperament for lifelong learning and critical thinking, which are essential for successful clinical practice. Self-assessment rubrics are often integrated in clinical and preclinical curricula. However, the lines between self-assessment of work produced and self-assessment of learning become blurred during implementation. Using a novel hands-on art/painting activity, participants will explore the importance of the self-assessment process and its role in lifelong professional growth.