Information brochure

Faculty Education Program (FEP)

Online preparations: 5 weeks
Face-to-face event: 1.5 days
Online follow-up: open
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AO Foundation vision and mission

Our vision is excellence in the surgical management

of trauma and disorders of the musculoskeletal system.
Our mission is to foster and expand our network of
health care professionals in education, research,
development and clinical investigation to achieve
more effective patient care worldwide.

The 7 AO principles of education

Based on
needs Relevant

Leads to
Interactive verifiable
outcomes

Motivates Promotes
to learn reflection

Provides
feedback
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Goal of the program Program description

The AO Faculty Education Program (FEP) is designed
to train AO faculty by improving their educational
skills, knowledge, and expertise. In order to achieve
this we give participants the opportunity to explore
a variety of teaching methods. This program
concentrates on practical skills rather than on theory.
Target participants
New or existing faculty who fulfill the following
requirements:
• AO member
• A ssigned as faculty to an AO course within
3–6 months upon FEP completion
• Completed two AO courses as a participant
• Recommendation by the AO Country Council of
the corresponding Clinical Division
• Good working knowledge of the language the FEP
is being taught in
Program objectives
After completion of this program, participants will be
able to:
Teaching methods and techniques
• Give a lecture
• Lead a discussion group
• Instruct at the table in practical exercises
This program is designed to help participants prepare
for success as faculty and consists of:
1. O nline preparations—five weeks prior to the
face-to-face event
In these five weeks participants are required to
complete a self-assessment, conduct online self-
study and engage in online discussion.
The intention is to give a foundation and reach a
common understanding of how adults learn, giving
a lecture, running practical exercises, and leading
group discussions. Participants are encouraged to
use the online platform to get to know their fellow
participants and start interacting with each other.
 . Face-to-face event—1.5 days
2
The face-to-face event begins with an interactive
morning session that establishes an understanding
of quality education at AO courses. In the following
each participant gives a 7-minute presentation,
facilitates a 10-minute discussion group, and runs
a practical exercise. After these presentations,
discussion groups, and practicals, the participant
receives detailed feedback from the group and the
faculty/educator.
The presentation session including feedback are
videotaped to improve the participants' teaching
technique.
3. Online follow-up
These activities start with a self-assessment
followed by contributions made to an ongoing online
discussion.

Working with learners

• Motivate learners
• Encourage interaction with and among learners
• Give appropriate feedback about performance
3.
Using assessments and outcomes related
information
• Use information about learners, their needs and
cultural context in the educational process
• Work with outcomes in teaching strategies
• Set reasonable expectations of a teaching learning 2.
session
• Evaluate and improve their own teaching
performance
1.
In regard to all of the above, participants will also
be able to manage time and logistics as part of their
educational strategies.
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Event information Certificate

Video analysis In order to be certified as an AO faculty the following
During their presentations and corresponding feedback requirements must be fulfilled:
sessions participants will be videotaped with their own • Complete at least 80% of the online activities before
devices (tablet, smartphone, camera, etc.). and after the face-to-face event
• Attend the face-to-face event and give a lecture, lead
Expenses/reimbursement a small group discussion, and run a practical exercise
AO will cover the following expenses: • Complete the Commitment-To-Change (CTC)
• Travel
-- By air and train: economy travel
(Please note that all flights MUST be booked
through our travel agency HRG)
-- By car: CHF 0.70/km (providing the cost of car
travel is not more expensive than an economy flight)
• Accommodation and meals
• Course fee
Please note that no per diems will be paid to
participants. Reimbursement claims must be effected
online (through event room) at the latest one month
after the training.

Intellectual property
Course materials, presentations, and case studies are
the intellectual property of the course faculty. All rights
are reserved. Check hazards and legal restrictions on
www.aofoundation.org/legal.
Recording, photographing, or copying of lectures, practi-
cal exercises, case discussions, or any course materials
is strictly forbidden. Participants violating intellectual
property will be dismissed.
The AO Foundation reserves the right to film, photo-
graph, and audio record during their events. Participants
must understand that in this context they may appear in
these recorded materials. The AO Foundation assumes
participants agree that these recorded materials may be
used for AO marketing and other purposes, and made
available to the public.

No insurance
The course organization does not take out insurance to
cover any individual against accidents, thefts, or other
risks.

Use of mobile phone

Use of mobile phones is not allowed during educational
activities. Please be considerate of others by turning off
your mobile phone.

Dress code
Casual
Faculty Support Packages

Download your custom designed resource packages, including course

templates, syllabus, and core/optional contents for the course you are
planning. All available on the website of your Clinical Division (after login):

www.aotrauma.org  Faculty Center

www.aospine.org  Education  Faculty Center
www.aocmf.org  Education  Faculty Support  Faculty Resources
www.aovet.org  Education  Faculty Support  Faculty Resources

AO Foundation AO Education Institute, Stettbachstrasse 6, 8600 Dübendorf, Switzerland

T +41 44 200 24 20, F +41 44 200 24 21