"Medical Education Day provides an opportunity to recognize our educators, their scholarship and expertise while also celebrating the medical education environment that is unique to Feinberg," said Mary McBride, MD, MEd, professor of Pediatrics and of Medical Education and director of the Feinberg Academy of Medical Educators (FAME). This annual event highlights the importance of acknowledging quality education and the contributions of educators in cultivating a productive learning atmosphere.
"Generations happen because cultures change," Twenge said. "Growing up now is completely different from what it was like to grow up in the 1950s or the 1980s or even the 2000s. It's like growing up in another culture or another country." This emphasizes the significant shifts in upbringing and cultural experiences across different generations, underlining the unique characteristics that each generational cohort brings.
"Younger generations now have tended to grow up more slowly and with more safety concerns," Twenge said, noting that Gen Z is less likely to drink alcohol, date or hold a job during high school. This overall shift reflects a growing trend of precaution and shifts in priorities shaping the developmental experiences of the current youth.
"What does this end up meaning for education? A lot of times it means more structure, clear directions," Twenge said. "But they have to work up to more. Another challenge is they have less experience." This insight into educational strategies highlights the necessity of adjusting teaching methods to better cater to the evolving needs and experiences of Gen Z learners.
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