ACMG Education Workgroups-2023 Digital Edition Evaluation

2023 Digital Edition Evaluation

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The provided document is a detailed analysis of the feedback from participants of a genetics course. The pre-survey data indicates a varied pool of participants, including full members, postdocs, trainees, and students, although postdoc/trainee and student participation was limited. Only three participants completed the full course and evaluation. The course content covered specialized areas in genetics, tailored to enhance participants' certification readiness and deepen their understanding.<br /><br />The survey revealed diverse professional backgrounds among attendees, predominantly from academic medical centers and hospitals. A significant percentage of attendees are early-career professionals (0-5 years in practice), with a major interest in areas like clinical genetics and pediatrics.<br /><br />The feedback indicates strong satisfaction with the course content and its relevance to educational needs, particularly in identifying congenital disorders, interpreting genetic tests, and counseling on genetic disorders. A notable interest was shown in extending topics to include detailed lab techniques and assays related to genetic diseases, particularly cancers. Respondents found the instruction style effective, with educators highly rated for their knowledge and organizational skills.<br /><br />A substantial portion of participants expressed intentions to implement new strategies or modify existing ones in patient management. Over half planned to influence patient behavior changes, leveraging insights from the course introduced through various sessions on topics like cancer genomics and reproductive genetics.<br /><br />The course was praised for being informative and well-conducted, though some attendees recommended covering more elaborate examples in future sessions. Overall, the event maintained a high standard, achieving its educational objectives and supporting ongoing professional development in genetics and genomics.

Keywords

genetics course

feedback analysis

participant diversity

professional backgrounds

clinical genetics

congenital disorders

genetic testing

cancer genomics

reproductive genetics

professional development