Learning Resources for Educators & Supervisors
We have developed a number of learning resources. We hope that these will be of benefit to you in your roles as educators and supervisors. Please click on the boxes below for more information and links.
The NHS England Knowledge and Library Services provide access to range of educational journal titles and e-books to support all clinical educators in practice.
You must be working in an NHS Organisation and have an NHS OpenAthens account. You can register for an OpenAthens account using this form.
The NHS Knowledge and Library Hub connects health care staff and learners to high quality, NHS-funded, knowledge and evidence resources in one place, using a single search.
BMJ Best Practice is an award-winning online decision-support tool for use at the point of care. BMJ Best Practice draws on the latest evidence-based research to offer step-by-step guidance on diagnosis, prognosis, treatment and prevention. It gives you a second opinion in an instant and supports your continuing professional development.
Search the Health Library and Information Services Directory to find your local service for further resources and support.
For more information you can visit https://library.nhs.uk/
Accessing e-books:
We have selected a number of electronic books that you can access for free via an Open Athens account.
The Educator Training Resource contains numerous e-learning modules and videos for clinical educators who are teaching and supervising learners in practice.
Main categories:
- Supervision of learners
- Teaching methods
- Assessment and progression
- The learning environment
- Approach in education
- Training for the Foundation Supervisor
The Hub is hosted on the e-Learning for Healthcare platform and can be accessed here: https://www.e-lfh.org.uk/programmes/educator-training-resources/
Should you require technical support whilst using the Hub please contact: https://support.e-lfh.org.uk/e-lfh-support-home/
A variety of podcasts relevant to clinical educators across the healthcare professionals, whether in primary or secondary care. They discuss issues, concepts and practical ideas for you as educators and supervisors.
An Introduction to Case Based Discussion
Case Based Discussion (An Example)
The Educational Supervisor Interview
E- Learning
Educator Training Resources programme page on e-LfH.
A multi-professional module on managing learners experiencing difficulty.
The Supporting Learners module is open-access, free to use and can be found under Supervision of Learners. (https://portal.e-lfh.org.uk/Catalogue/Index?HierarchyId=0_54104&programmeId=54104)
The Professional Support Unit
If you are being affected by an issue associated with this field, you may also find the resources and support provided by the Professional Support Unit of relevance.
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Podcasts
The Trainee in Difficulty (Part One)
The Trainee in Difficulty (Part Two)
A wide range of resources to support your knowledge and understanding as a supervisor.
General
Welcomed and Valued- GMC resource
https://www.gmc-uk.org/education/standards-guidance-and-curricula/guidance/welcomed-and-valued
Welcomed and valued provides advice on how medical schools and postgraduate educators can provide support.
BBC Resource videos
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=2Mez9THUoyc
A video demonstrating how neurodivergent individuals may struggle with busy working environments and interacting with colleagues.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=ZLyGuVTH8sA
A video allows the viewer to experience the physical and sensory challenges that neurodivergent people would face on a typical day at work.
National Autistic Society video
A video allowing the viewer to experience an autistic person walking through a shopping centre, ending in a meltdown.
Cognassist
https://cognassist.force.com/support/s/article/How-to-support-neurodiverse-learners?language=en_US
Cognassist was created with one idea in mind: to ensure neurodiversity is embraced every day in employment and education.
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
https://www.cipd.co.uk/Images/neurodiversity-at-work_2018_tcm18-37852.pdf
https://www.cipd.co.uk/knowledge/fundamentals/relations/diversity/neurodiversity-work
A professional body for experts in people at work, championing better work and working lives by setting professional standards for HR and people development.
Genius Within
https://geniuswithin.org/our-services/neurodiversity-awareness-training/
https://geniuswithin.org/our-services/coaching/
https://geniuswithin.org/our-services/advisory-services/
An organisation which provides in-work support through coaching, training and assessments.
Reasonable Adjustments at Work
BMA resource
Disabled Students Allowance:
https://www.gov.uk/disabled-students-allowance-dsa
Disabled Students’ Allowance is support to cover your study-related costs because of any disability.
ADHD
ADHD Foundation
https://www.adhdfoundation.org.uk/
https://www.adhdfoundation.org.uk/resources/
The ADHD Foundation is the UK’s leading neurodiversity charity, offering a strength-based lifespan service.
AADD-UK
https://aadduk.org/help-support/coaches/
AADD-UK is a small, unfunded charity running some affiliated support groups and an online community.
Children and Adults with ADHD (CHADD)
https://chadd.org/for-adults/workplace-issues/
American charity offering information, advocacy and support for those with ADHD.
The National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service
Information and resources about ADHD for anyone who needs assistance.
UK Adult ADHD Network (UKAAN)
https://www.ukaan.org/clinicians_resource.htm
An organisation providing support, research and training for mental health professionals working with adults with ADHD.
Autism
National Autistic Society
https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/employment/employing-autistic-people/employers
A large support, education and advocacy society.
Autistic Doctors International (ADI)
https://autisticdoctorsinternational.com/
www.facebook.com/AutisticDoctors
A large organisation of 700+ autistic doctors working in support, advocacy, research and education.
Autistic fatigue and burnout resources
https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/mental-health/autistic-fatigue
Video showing what it’s like when an autistic person is overloaded with information
Video with examples of helpful adjustments made by employers
NICE: Guidance
https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg142
Thriving Autistic
https://www.thrivingautistic.org/workplace/
https://www.thrivingautistic.org/workplace-resources/
https://www.thrivingautistic.org/healthcare/
A volunteer-led, not-for-profit organisation that is committed to empowering and promoting the well-being and human rights of autistics and other neurodivergent people.
Dyslexia
British Dyslexia Association (BDA)
https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/
A membership organisation working to achieve a dyslexia-friendly society for all
The National Council for Special Education (NCSE)
https://www.sess.ie/dyslexia-section/dyslexia-workplace
A council set up to improve the delivery of education services to persons with special educational needs arising from disabilities
The Dyslexia Association
https://www.dyslexia.uk.net/employers/
https://www.dyslexia.uk.net/employers/tda-in-the-workplace/workplace-needs-assessment/
An organisation providing support and services for dyslexic children and adults of all ages, their parents/families, educators, employers and the wider community.
Made By Dyslexia
https://www.madebydyslexia.org/assets/downloads/EY-the-value-of-dyslexia.pdf
https://www.madebydyslexia.org/
https://www.madebydyslexia.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Join-The-Dots-Workplace-Guide-1.pdf
Made by Dyslexia is a global charity led by successful dyslexic individuals.
Dyslexia Foundation
https://www.dyslexia-help.org/
An organisation working with individuals, groups and large statutory and vocational organisations from the public, private and voluntary sectors offering innovative solutions to adults with Dyslexia.
Dyscalculia
The Dyscalculia Association
http://www.dyscalculiaassociation.uk/
The Dyscalculia Association was established to promote understanding of dyscalculia and maths learning difficulties.
The Dyscalculia Centre
https://www.dyscalculia.me.uk/
A centre providing a range of information on dyscalculia
Dyspraxia
Dyspraxia Foundation
https://dyspraxiafoundation.org.uk/
An organisation supporting individuals and families.
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10459-021-10029-y
The Experience of foundation doctors with dyspraxia: a phenomenological study
Personal Experiences of Neurodivergent Trainees
Autism
https://www.rcplondon.ac.uk/news/doctor-can-autistic-doctor
https://www.imt.ie/features-opinion/autistic-doctors-are-finally-finding-their-voice-07-04-2022/
ADHD
https://www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opinion/becoming-a-doctor-with-adhd
https://www.rcgp.org.uk/Blog/ADHD
https://insightplus.mja.com.au/2023/6/whats-it-like-to-be-a-neurodivergent-doctor/
Dyslexia
https://www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opinion/ive-been-told-you-cant-be-a-doctor-and-have-dyslexia
https://publishing.rcseng.ac.uk/doi/full/10.1308/rcsbull.2020.72
Dyspraxia
https://www.rcplondon.ac.uk/news/doctor-can-dyspraxic-doctor
https://www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opinion/how-can-you-be-a-doctor-with-your-disability