To enhance teaching skills and pedagogical knowledge.

To promote research and scholarly activities.

To improve patient care and clinical outcomes.

To facilitate administrative and leadership roles.

Medical Council of India (MCI)

National Medical Commission (NMC)

University Grants Commission (UGC)

All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Master of Science (M.Sc) in a relevant medical field

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Master of Surgery (MS)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in a medical field

Curriculum design and development

Assessment and evaluation techniques

Communication and interpersonal skills

Research methodology and data analysis

To provide hands-on experience in clinical skills.

To enhance communication and teamwork skills.

To improve decision-making abilities in complex situations.

All of the above

Lack of access to quality teaching resources

Inadequate training in teaching and assessment methods

Limited opportunities for professional development

All of the above

To facilitate online learning and teaching

To enhance access to educational resources

To promote collaboration and networking among educators

All of the above

The Faculty Development Program (FDP) by the Medical Council of India (MCI)

The National Faculty Development Program (NFDP) by the University Grants Commission (UGC)

The Faculty Development Program (FDP) by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)

All of the above

To improve the quality of medical education

To enhance the skills and knowledge of medical educators

To promote innovation and research in medical education

All of the above

A needs assessment to identify specific areas for improvement

Tailored training programs based on individual needs

Mentoring and peer support for faculty members

All of the above

To provide constructive criticism and suggestions for improvement

To help faculty members identify their strengths and weaknesses

To promote self-reflection and professional growth

All of the above

Lack of time for professional development activities

Limited access to research and teaching resources

Inadequate support from institutional leadership

All of the above

It enhances the teaching skills of medical educators.

It promotes the use of evidence-based practices in medical education.

It fosters a culture of continuous learning and improvement among medical professionals.

All of the above

Delivering lectures and conducting tutorials

Assessing student performance and providing feedback

Mentoring and guiding students in their academic and professional development

All of the above

To promote the integration of research findings into teaching

To enhance the critical thinking and problem-solving skills of educators

To foster a culture of inquiry and innovation in medical education

All of the above