Towards a better understanding of standard determination and standard setting in the RANZCP summative assessments

Abstract

There is no evidence of any single standard setting method to be the best. Multiple methods exist and will have varied results when applied. The judgement of a panel of subject experts remains an important component of the standard setting process.

Navigating through the Competency Based Fellowship Program: two trainees’ experience of the 2012 program

“…The introduction of this program has led to a number of articles written in College journals. [2][3][4][5][6][7] These articles have academically analysed the program, but, until now, nothing has been published on the lived experiences of the trainees who have been through it. As two registrars from the class of 2013 who have completed the external examination components, we have often been asked about our experiences of the program.…”