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Fellowships are available to cover full tuition to the Institute's Program for Dental School Faculty.
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What is awarded?
AAP Foundation Fellowships are available to the American Dental Education Association
Who should apply
The program, developed by the Academy for Academic Leadership, will be helpful to periodontists in private practice who have an interest in teaching either
About the Program for Dental School Faculty
Through the program, the new faculty member may expect to gain competencies in teaching and other academic skills in the context of career planning. For the private practice periodontist wishing to transition to a faculty position, the program provides the opportunity to learn about teaching and best practices, the academic environment, and career opportunities. Periodontal post-doctoral students will develop a personal professional strategy for a rewarding life-long career as a dental educator.
The program provides 6.5 days of training in two phases at dental schools. This real-life context for learning provides for large and small group sessions, interactive exercises, case-based and problem-based learning, peer observation of teaching, and reflective journals as well as mentored rotations with dental school faculty.
How do candidates apply?
The application deadline is April 30. Applicants should indicate their interest in the
How are fellowships awarded?
The Academy for Academic Leadership will receive the applications and recommend periodontists to the
For more information
If you have additional questions regarding Fellowships to the Institute for Teaching & Learning, please contact:
Robert Vitas
Executive Director
American Academy of Periodontology Foundation
737 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 800
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 800-282-4867, ext. 3256 or 312-573-3256
Private fax: 312-787-3983
Email: bob@perio.org