Invited Commentary
Commentary on “Are All Teaching Activities Valued the Same? Their Relative Worth Is in the Eye of the Beholder”
Abstract
Teaching brings enjoyment to many. This gratification comes from the inherent rewards it brings most of us involved in this career. Helping students learn, observing their growth, and making a difference in their development are rewarding elements of an academic teaching career. Interacting with medical students and housestaff fosters our sense of intellectual stimulation.This content is limited to qualifying members.
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