From teaching to learning. Experiences of small CME group work in general practice in Sweden.
OBJECTIVE
To describe the experiences of learning in small groups and the impact of small group continuing medical education (CME).


METHODS
Literature review, personal communication and critical reflection.


METHODS
General practice in Sweden.


METHODS
Small CME groups.


METHODS
Occurrence, themes and impact of small CME groups.


RESULTS
In 1998, there were approximately 230 small CME groups in Sweden, which means that nearly half of Swedish general practitioners (GPs) participated in such activities. Although widely used in Sweden, small CME groups are less practised than "traditional" CME activities, such as lectures. Group work might enhance knowledge development, enable the assessment of individual learning needs and facilitate the adoption of national guidelines and agreements between primary and secondary care. A competent group leader is crucial.


CONCLUSIONS
A transition from passive to interactive learning in small groups is recommended.
Eliasson
G
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Health Care Centre of Falkenberg, Sweden.
Mattsson
B
B
D004502:Education, Medical, Continuing; D005194:Family Practice / Q000193:education*; D006126:Group Processes; D006801:Humans; D010821:Physicians, Family / Q000193:education* / Q000523:psychology; D018794:Problem-Based Learning; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D013548:Sweden