Cape Cod Institute: Afternoon Study Groups

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Luncheon Study Groups

The Cape Cod Institute will again offer optional, scheduled active learning sessions during the afternoon hours. Self-directed groups will go to lunch at a nearby local restaurant where they will enjoy lively discussion of topics/themes, network with colleagues and talk about the morning session.

On Monday Institute staff will announce the topics suggested by faculty. Those interested in attending may propose topics of their own at that time.

Frequently Asked Questions

When must I decide whether to participate?
There is no need to decide until the day your course begins.

When do the groups meet?
Groups meet Tuesday and Thursday from about 12:30 to 2:00. This schedule leaves the remainder of the afternoon free for other activities or leisure.

Where do the groups meet?
Groups will have lunch at a nearby restaurant. Arrangements will be facilitated by Institute staff. A sample menu will be displayed at the events table.

Must I attend all the meetings?
No. Participation is entirely voluntary. Attend both or only one session.

Is there an additional charge for the program? Is CE credit given for participation?
There is no charge and no credit. Cost of lunch is on your own

What topics/themes are likely to be discussed?
This varies widely from group to group and depends entirely on the interests of those present. Last summer, several groups made case presentations; other groups practiced new skills; most processed issues raised in the morning session.

What role does the course instructor play in the groups?
Each instructor is invited to propose possible topics and many do so. Apart from that faculty have no formal role in the program, but will want to hear what happened in the groups

Who will lead the group discussion?
The groups are self-directed. Some groups are open and free-flowing; others choose specific topics for each day. Groups often designate a "discussion leader".

What is the reason for the groups?
Past attendees have found the afternoon groups provide opportunity to learn more about the course subject matter and to network with their colleagues. The groups also assure attendees and corporate decision makers that a week spent at the Institute makes full use of the hours available and results in the maximum amount of learning.

Have the groups been helpful?
A large majority of those who have paricipated said "yes." Here are some of their reasons:

Free exchange of clinical experience
Opportunity to explore issues and ask questions
Chance to process morning teaching
Time to practice new skills and process new information
Friendship and closeness of group
Tremendous diversity in individual perspectives provided a transformational experience