Rethinking the Approach to Curriculum Review in Medical and Dental Education in Nigeria

Abstract

Concerning many, is the contention that graduates from Nigeria medical colleges trained under the traditional curriculum may lack necessary skill and aptitudes necessary for success in the changing practice environment of the 21^st century. In response, several attempts have been made nationally to review the curriculum of medical colleges and improve the quality of medical and dental training in Nigeria. This however, has not yielded the desired results. This article propose a workable, strategic approach to curriculum review based on program evaluation. This in addition will overcome the challenge of ownership and acceptance of the emerged new or reviewed curriculum.

Keywords: Medical Education, Program, Review, Evaluation, Nigeria