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90 • Panduan PrasiswazahPRINCIPLES OF PPD-CLINICAL INTERGRATION IN YEAR 31 The PPD objectives are clearly defined and applicable to all postings.2. Certain PPD objectives will be emphasized more in relevant postings.3. Specific formal sessions for PPD are limited to general lectures only.4. PPD learning activities need to be relevant and related to the particular clinicalposting.5. Teaching-learning activities would be integrated into the clinical sessions.6. PPD formal assessment is compulsory. Students must pass PPD module beforeproceeding to year 4.References1. Paul Ramsden 2004 Learning To Teach In Higher Education, Second EditionNew York : Routledge Falmer2. Eileen Scholes 2003 Handbook of Communication Infinity Books3. Peter Maguire. 2000 Communication Skills for Doctors London : Arnold,20004. Tony Ghaye ,Sue Lilyman. 2000 Reflection : Principles and Practice for healthcareprofessionals Dinton : Mark Allen5. Frederick W. Platt ,Geoffrey H. Gordon. 2004 Field Guide to the Difficult PatientInterview Second Edition Philadelphia : Lippincott Williams &WilkinsELECTIVE POSTINGThe aim of the elective posting is to give the student an opportunity to undertake, fora period of 2 weeks (internationally) or 4 weeks (locally) either at the end of year 3 oryear 4, any humanitarian project of their interest. The expected learning outcomes areto experience and discover broader aspects of human life beyond the classroom setting,and to critically reflect on the experience in the form of a written report. The electiveposting may be undertaken in any institution (governmental or non-governmental)locally or internationally. A list of institutions is provided but the student may choose aninstitution other than those listed after discussion with the elective posting co-ordinator.The rules, regulations and procedures pertaining to the elective posting are available inthe students' web portal or from the Undergraduate Studies Secretariat.