[Quality study on the role of academic members in military medical courses with life-long learning approach]

ABSTRACT

Life- long learning is considered as a main outcome in education and the role of faculty is considered very important. This study was designed to introduce the characteristics and the role of academic members in the training of life- long learners in particular for Military Medical Courses. This study was conducted by utilizing qualitative method. In a purposive sampling twenty one professionals from Education Development Centers were interviewed. Data analysis was carried out using content analysis based on Krippendorff's approach. For data credibility and authentication, we conducted the peer check and external observer method. The obtained results indicated the following factors as important roles for a Faculty member Facilitator and Mentorship, Role Model, having Competencies of Life-Long Learner, having Professional Competencies, Master of Specific Knowledge and having Tacit Knowledge. According to the important role of academic members, focusing on aimed empowerment necessary skills for academic member is suggested