Module structure and final exam

Each on-line module deals with one particular topic. A module typically contains:

• A set of clear learning outcomes
• A written update/review on the topic containing free to be used pictures / figures / tables.
• Key references and a list of additional readings on specific details.
• Two in-depth discussions expanding on relevant clinical problems with an evidence-based discussion.
• Two interactive typical clinical cases with appropriate multiple-choice questions and immediate feedback.
• An “assessment” section consisting of two sets of questions addressing core aspects of the module. For all clinical modules, the majority of questions will be case-based. Feedback on the reasoning behind the answer will be made available.
• An opportunity to ask questions to the professor during the two weeks the module is running.

Questions and answers will be available to all students as they are added to a module FAQ (frequently asked questions).

The final examination will assess a sample of the learning outcomes from the whole course. The examination will be run on the web simultaneously by all participants upon previous registration and will take 90 minutes.

As a by-product of the on-line course, the “EULAR Update on Rheumatic Diseases” (a collection of reviews on core aspects of the rheumatic diseases) will be published and distributed to successful participants.

Copy right

Copyright will be held by EULAR. All educational materials will be considered free to use by the subsequent author groups in each module.