The role of the seven key skills portfolios in the assessment of new dental graduates in general dental practice.
In this article, the authors examine the role of the seven key skills portfolios in the assessment of new dental graduates in general dental practice. They discuss the nature and construction of portfolios and explore how the use of portfolios encourages learning. They outline what educational support is available and consider where key skills fit within a career pathway.
Grieveson
Brian
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Mersey Deanery, University of Liverpool, UK. brian.grieveson@merseydeanery.nhs.uk
Brigden
David
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