Minimizing Bias in Narrative Assessments
Mary K. Finta, MD

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

1. Describe the prevalence and nature of bias in narrative assessment, as well as its effects on opportunities and career trajectory
2. Detect examples of biased language in sample narrative evaluations, and revise those evaluations to be less biased
3. Recognize and appraise one’s own implicit biases as they pertain to medical education, and ways to mitigate them
4. Apply data on bias in narrative assessment to their own experiences assessing and writing about learners

ATTENDANCE / CREDIT
Text the session code (provided only at the session) to 507-200-3010 within 48 hours of the live presentation to record attendance. All learners are encouraged to text attendance regardless of credit needs. This number is only used for receiving text messages related to tracking attendance. Additional tasks to obtain credit may be required based on the specific activity requirements and will be announced accordingly. Swiping your badge will not provide credit; that process is only applicable to meet GME requirements for Residents & Fellows.

TRANSCRIPT
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