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Shaped by what is not seen: Confronting medical education's shadow curriculum.

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Title: Shaped by what is not seen: Confronting medical education's shadow curriculum.
Authors: Han, Siew Ping1 (AUTHOR) siewping.han@ntu.edu.sg, Cleland, Jennifer1,2 (AUTHOR)
Source: Medical Teacher. Jul2026, Vol. 48 Issue 7, p1097-1100. 4p.
Subject Terms: *Curriculum, *Medical education, *Interprofessional relations, *Health occupations students, *Teaching methods, *Medical students, *Organizational structure, *Simulation methods in education, *Online education, *Academic achievement, *Learning strategies, *Teacher-student relationships, *Alternative education, *Access to information
Abstract: The article focuses on the concept of the "shadow curriculum" in medical education, proposing it as a fourth category alongside the established formal, informal, and hidden curricula. The shadow curriculum encompasses student-initiated, peer-driven learning activities and online resources that supplement but operate largely independently from institutional teaching. It is characterized by its adaptability, student-centric nature, and reliance on digital technologies, contrasting with faculty-led curricula. The article highlights the need for research into the content, sociocultural dynamics, motivations, and impacts of the shadow curriculum on medical students’ learning and professional development, as well as its implications for faculty roles and institutional authority. Understanding this evolving educational landscape is presented as essential for aligning medical education with contemporary learning practices and values. [Extracted from the article]
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