Evaluation of Pediatrics Residency Training Program in Hormozgan University of Medical Sciences Using CIPP Evaluation Model in 2020

The curriculum is the most important component of the educational system and evaluation is one of the most significant and sensitive components of the curriculum too. Through evaluation, the efficiency and effectiveness of programs can be increased.

This is a descriptive cross-sectional study that was conducted to evaluate the residency curriculum of the Pediatrics Department of Hormozgan Medical School using the CIPP model. The statistical population in the study included 20 Pediatrics residents and 20 faculty members who were selected by the census method. Researcher-made questionnaires were used to collect data. Data analysis was performed via descriptive-analytical statistical methods using SPSS version 22.

The dimensions of context, input, process, and product were evaluated as relatively desirable. The context, input, process, and product status had a statistically significant difference from the participant’s perspective. According to (p≤0.01) and the average score of faculty members and residents respectively (M=3.15) and (M=2.57), it can be said that faculty members have a more positive attitude towards residents in evaluating the Pediatrics residency curriculum except for the product dimension.

Generally the curriculum of the Pediatrics Department of Hormozgan Medical School was evaluated as relatively desirable from the perspective of faculty members and residents. This issue shows, there is a long way to improve the quality of the curriculum, which will be achieved by eliminating the shortcomings in various areas of education. Consequently, it will be effective to evaluate the periodical of the Pediatrics department curriculum to improve it and achieve long-term educational goals.