Educators’ Collaborative Lunch
The Department of Medical Sciences & Education is pleased to host monthly one-hour meetings for BUMC educators to share and exchange ideas for best practices in pedagogy for graduate biomedical education over lunch. (Due to budget constraints, it will be bring your own lunch this year.)
If you are interested in being a discussion moderator, suggesting a discussion topic, or hosting a workshop, please email medscied@bu.edu.
Boston University is committed to accessibility in our facilities, programming, and academic offerings. If you have a disability-related accommodation need or require communication access services, please contact medevent@bu.edu to discuss your needs.
Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are hybrid (in-person meets in Dean’s Conference Room, R-112) and held on the third Tuesday of the month from 12:00-12:50 pm.
2025-2026 Schedule
| Tuesday, September 16, 2025
In Person Location: R112 |
Unlocking Grey Literature: Coherent Digital Modules for Educators
The Alumni Medical Library will showcase Coherent Digital, a new and expanded collection of searchable modules designed to support the discovery and use of grey literature in academic and clinical contexts. Coherent Digital brings together a wide range of non-traditional materials, including policy documents, clinical guidelines, technical reports, multimedia and more, into an accessible platform tailored for health sciences education and research. During the session, we will demonstrate effective search strategies, highlight key features, and share practical tips for navigating the database to find relevant, high-quality grey literature. Whether you’re developing curriculum, guiding student research, or seeking evidence to inform best practices, this tool offers a streamlined way to engage with critical information beyond traditional scholarly communication channels. |
| Tuesday, October 21, 2025
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Small Bytes; How Careful AI Integration Can Mitigate Time Famine Among Medical Educators
Within medical schools, competing clinical and teaching demands are often key stressors among faculty. Artificial intelligence, when used carefully and responsibly, may be a useful tool in curriculum development, writing recommendations, and other tasks for time-pressed educators.
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| Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | Unlocking Learning with Noodle Factory: AI Tutoring in Blackboard
The BUMC Educational Technology team will showcase Noodle Factory, an AI-powered chatbot integrated with Blackboard that acts as a 24/7 virtual tutor. It supports personalized learning by answering course-related questions, guiding students through complex topics, and offering real-time feedback. Faculty can embed it directly into their Blackboard course sites.
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| Tuesday, January 27 2026
ZOOM ONLY Watch the Recording and view Resources Here!
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Equitable Assessment : An Imperative for All Health Professions Educators
Assessment practices shape learner experiences and outcomes, yet they can unintentionally perpetuate inequities. This session explores what equitable assessment means and why it is essential in health professions education. Participants will examine structural factors that contribute to inequitable practices, reflect on their own assessment methods, and identify opportunities for meaningful change. Through practical strategies and actionable tools, attendees will learn how to design and implement assessment approaches that promote fairness, inclusivity, and learner success. |
| Tuesday February 10, 2026
(This replaces the usual 3rd Tuesday of the month. ) In-Person Location: L109A |
The Role of AI in Teaching and Learning Across BU: A Conversation with Institute for Excellence in Teaching & Learning at BU
Faculty and researchers across the university are developing new ways to approach the role of AI in teaching and learning, but this work often remains siloed in specific campus communities. Facilitated by BU’s Institute for Excellence in Teaching & Learning (IETL), this session is designed to (1) spark conversation across the Med Campus and the Charles River Campus and (2) provide an overview of IETL’s funding opportunities, programming, and resources that support innovative teaching. Attendees will have time to share their questions and strategies and learn about evidence-based teaching frameworks that integrate AI into learning activities. Presenters: Benjamin Keating, PhD and David Farelo, PhD |
| Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | Pedagogy in the Age of AI |
| Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | Critical Thinking: Buzzword or Benefit?” |
| Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 21st McCahan Education Day |