Modeling

 

 

Modeling is demonstrating a skill or process while "thinking out loud" so the resident can witness the thoughts or problem-solving process of the preceptor, as well as the observable actions.  For example, the resident observes a preceptor develop a medication therapy regimen and monitoring plan for an asthma patient while the preceptor simultaneously explains the thought and problem-solving process that would normally go on silently.  The resident sees and prepares to emulate the modeling example(s). 

 

This preceptor role is most appropriate after it has been determined that the resident has the appropriate amount of background information and is ready to begin to learn to perform a task or responsibility.  

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