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Applied Outcomes: Designing CME for Learner ActionYou already know how to write learning objectives. You reference Bloom’s taxonomy. You understand Moore’s outcomes framework. But here’s the real question: When you write a learning objective, can you clearly identify the two to three specific clinical tasks that must happen for that objective to be achieved? In this episode—based on a webinar I participated in with the Good CME Practice Group—we go deeper than frameworks. We unpack what actually sits underneath a learning objective and how that layer determines whether your CME changes practice… or simply delivers information. What We Explore in This EpisodeWhy learning objectives are signposts—not the design itselfHow to break each objective into 2–3 concrete clinical tasksThe role of workflow, format, and audience context in determining granularityHow learning science (cognitive load, retrieval practice, feedback) strengthens action-focused designWhere CME programs most commonly lose alignment between need, content, assessment, and outcomes Key Takeaway If you can’t name the specific clinical actions required to meet an objective, the content won’t drive behavior change. Design lives underneath the objective. Next Step If this episode resonated, try this: Take one learning objective from a current project and ask: What are the two or three specific clinical actions underneath it?Where do those actions appear in the content?Where are they assessed? That exercise alone will elevate your design work. And if you want structured practice applying this level of thinking—with feedback, live coaching, and a community of CME professionals—explore WriteCME Pro. This is where writers become design partners. Resources Good CME Practice Group Mentioned in this episode: Write Questions That Do Their Job: Pre/Post Questions for CME Tests and Outcomes Reporting Join us for an applied practice lab on writing CME test questions for optimal outcomes. May 7-28. Grab your spot now. Writing CME Test Questions: Practice Lab This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

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From Curiosity to Confidence: A Freelance Medical Writer’s Guide to Breaking into CME WritingCurious about continuing medical education (CME) writing but not sure how to begin? In this episode, you’ll learn how to turn your medical, academic, or scientific experience into a meaningful, flexible writing career. Discover the five milestones that help you break into CME writing, the key skills every CME writer needs, and real-world insights from the field. 🎧 Tune in now to gain clarity, confidence, and your next steps toward becoming a successful CME writer. Links WriteCME Pro • – Join the CPD-certified professional development program for medical writers specializing in CME. Chart Your CME Writing Path • – Map your skills and identify opportunities in CME writing. Episodes 112 & 115 of Write Medicine • – Learn how to streamline literature reviews and strengthen your research workflow. American Medical Writers Association (AMWA) • – Explore professional development resources for medical communicators. CME Writer Bootcamp • : How to Break into CME/CE Writing with no Network and No Expertise Write Medicine Mentor • – Get behind-the-scenes insights and templates to deepen your CME writing practice. How to Create Portfolio Samples for CME Writing Mentioned in this episode: Write Questions That Do Their Job: Pre/Post Questions for CME Tests and Outcomes Reporting Join us for an applied practice lab on writing CME test questions for optimal outcomes. May 7-28. Grab your spot now. Writing CME Test Questions: Practice Lab Write Medicine Mentor Write Medicine Mentor is your private companion podcast designed exclusively for medical writers who want deeper support as they grow in continuing medical education (CME). Each month, you'll receive exclusive content from me to support your business and income growth as well as templates/checklists/swipe files you can use and apply to client projects. In addition to immediate access to a CME writing starter pack, each month you’ll get: * A bonus episode that takes you behind the mic for advanced insights into the craft and business of CME writing. * A ready-to-use template, checklist, or swipe file to make your projects smoother and more effective. * An Ask Me Anything episode, where Alexandra Howson, PhD, answers your questions about writing, clients, CME strategy, and sustainable freelance life. Think of this podcast as your personal, earbud-friendly mentor—practical, honest, and always focused on helping you sharpen your skills, expand your opportunities, and thrive as a CME writer. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

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