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The role of the seven key skills portfolios in the assessment of new dental graduates in general dental practice.

Grieveson B, Brigden D

Mersey Deanery, University of Liverpool, UK. brian.grieveson@merseydeanery.nhs.uk

In this article, the authors examine the role of the seven key skills portfolios in the assessment of new dental graduates in general dental practice. They discuss the nature and construction of portfolios and explore how the use of portfolios encourages learning. They outline what educational support is available and consider where key skills fit within a career pathway.

Published 12 April 2006 in Prim Dent Care, 13(2): 48-50.
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