Teaching the teachers at Leicester: the general practice approach.

This article describes a systematic induction programme devised for newly appointed lecturers in general practice. The programme aims to help them develop skills in both teaching and assessment and to encourage self-appraisal. The progress of participants is monitored by direct observation and video-recording with the regular provision of feedback a prominent characteristic. All the lecturers have found participation in the programme an effective way of developing their teaching capabilities.