Interview with the Ex-Chair of Examiners for the primary exam - Dr Emma Giles PART 2

Feb 6, 2022

In this podcast, Dr. Emma Giles shares invaluable advice for the primary exam, shedding light on the differences between SAQ scores and effective exam preparation strategies. The discussion delves into the qualities needed for success in challenging exams, the evolution of exam focus, and potential future developments. The importance of transparency and fairness in exam assessment is emphasized, along with the impact of the pandemic on exam delivery.

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Introduction

00:00 • 3min

Guidance on Effective Exam Preparation and Assessment Practice

03:24 • 2min

Qualities of a Successful Candidate in a Challenging Exam

05:29 • 7min

Evolution of Exam Focus and Future Developments

12:19 • 12min

Reflections on Exam Rigor and Information Sharing

23:54 • 2min

Welcome to part 2 of our interview with Dr Emma Giles!. Thanks for generously giving up your time to share amazing advice for this exam. AND from an insider of our exam system!

Dr Emma is a consultant anaesthetist heavily with a passion for education and has devoted over a decade to being a primary examiner for ANZCA.

She contributes to a website Primary LO of the day
https://primarydailylo.wordpress.com/
with lots of useful information for the exam.

Here's a link to the 2012a paper with the difference between a 2/5 and 3/5 SAQ.
https://networks.anzca.edu.au/d2l/le/content/7669/viewContent/86750/View
(you may need ANZCA membership to access)

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