If you couldn’t join us live, the full session is now available on demand below.

Turning Passive Learning into Active Understanding

Every medical educator has faced the same challenge: students who can recall facts but struggle to apply them. Traditional lectures and static slides often fail to help students connect foundational concepts to clinical reasoning.

That’s where Rx Bricks comes in. Built for flexibility and faculty empowerment, Bricks transforms the learning experience from content delivery to concept discovery.

Each Brick is an interactive, modular learning unit: peer-reviewed, visually rich, and structured for active engagement. Faculty can assign Bricks as pre-class preparation, use them during flipped sessions, or integrate them into case discussions, allowing class time to focus on higher-order learning and application. You can also explore the Brick we created on this webinar here.

What You’ll Learn in This Office Hours Session

This Faculty Office Hours webinar explores practical ways to integrate Bricks into your curriculum, regardless of whether you teach foundational sciences or clinical reasoning. Topics discussed include:

• How Bricks supports active and team-based learning through structured questions and embedded quizzes.

• Using Bricks analytics to identify student engagement and comprehension levels.

• Flexible teaching strategies—from pre-class assignments to in-class application and formative assessments.

• Real-world examples of how medical schools are using Bricks to improve student outcomes and curriculum alignment.

The session also includes Q&A highlights from faculty around the world who are using Rx Bricks to modernize their teaching and foster deeper student participation.

Why Faculty Are Rethinking Engagement

Active learning isn’t just an educational trend—it’s a proven approach to improving retention, critical thinking, and long-term clinical competence. Yet implementing it can feel daunting without the right structure or tools.

Rx Bricks simplifies this process by offering:

• Modular, customizable content that maps easily to your existing curriculum.

• Built-in self-assessment tools that promote retrieval practice.

• Seamless integration with other ScholarRx tools like Qmax and Lists.

• Support for both independent study and collaborative classroom experiences.

Instead of creating everything from scratch, educators can focus on guiding students through problem-solving and synthesis—the core of professional learning.

Insights from Faculty Using Bricks

During the discussion, participating faculty shared how they’ve used Bricks to:

• Replace traditional readings with interactive pre-work that prepares students for deeper discussion.

• Embed Bricks into case-based and team-based learning activities.

• Use analytics to spot where students struggle—and address gaps before exams.

• Engage large groups without losing individual accountability.

One common theme emerged: Bricks help students take ownership of their learning while giving faculty more time to facilitate, mentor, and connect concepts across disciplines.

The Power of Simplicity and Structure

At ScholarRx, we’ve seen that innovation in education doesn’t always mean adding complexity. Sometimes, it’s about simplifying how learning happens.

Bricks are built on this principle, each one is concise, concept-driven, and visually engaging, allowing students to focus on mastering the material, not decoding it. For faculty, that means more freedom to teach in the ways that matter most—through connection, collaboration, and clinical reasoning.

Watch the Full Webinar

If you missed this Faculty Office Hours session, you can watch the full recording above. It’s a great resource for anyone looking to integrate more active learning into their curriculum with minimal prep time and maximum impact.

Whether you’re rethinking pre-clinical teaching, designing team-based learning sessions, or seeking ways to measure engagement, this session provides actionable insights to bring active learning to life.

Ready to Learn More?

Discover how Rx Bricks can help your faculty save time and elevate student engagement. Explore the Brick Exchange or sign up for a free trial here.

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Empowering Global Medical Education

The Brick Builder Grant is a ScholarRx initiative empowering educators and students worldwide to create innovative, free, open-access digital learning modules, or "Bricks," focused on underrepresented medical topics. By providing essential tools and support, the grant aims to revolutionize global medical education through innovation.

What do winners receive?

• $500 in funding
• Free access to the ScholarRx curriculum authoring platform and the Rx Bricks digital library
• Expert training and support from ScholarRx

2025 Grant Winners

We are excited to announce 50 winners from 47 institutions across 9 countries who will be using the Brick Builder Grant to develop innovative medical educational resources.

NAME	INSTITUTION	BRICK TITLE
Abigail Gilbert	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	Decoding the ANA: A guide to antinuclear antibody testing
Abigail Oyedokun	College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Nigeria	Heat, Floods, and Fevers: A Clinical Guide to Climate-Responsive Healthcare
Adam Burch	East Carolina University	Post-Translational Processing of Proteins
Alexis Woida	Medical College of Wisconsin	Complex Care Medical Technology
Amelie Oshikoya	Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine	Unlocking Hidden Pathways: Empowering Medical Students to Explore Underrepresented Specialties
Andrew Binks	Virginia Tech University	Understanding and Managing Dyspnea: an acute sign and a chronic symptom
Athena Reich	Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine	Fertility and Family Planning in Transgender and Gender-Diverse Patients
Billie Ruden	University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine	Specialty Snapshots - a useful tool for both students and advisors
Bryan Nicolalde	Norwalk Hospital	Tailoring obesity treatment: Anti-obesity medications, endoscopic, and surgical treatments
Charles Gullo	Gullo Consulting (self) and West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (Co-Author)	Experiential learning Bricks for student and faculty with emphasis on TBL and PBL.
Connie Wong	Lane Medical Library	From Search Results to Strong Evidence: A Guide to Critical Appraisal
Deeksha Sikri	Wake Forest University School of Medicine	The "X" syndrome- Deconstructing a Novel and Fictional Disease with Foundational Sciences
Desiree Franco Lugo	Anahuac Mexico University/ Osmosis Medical Education Fellowship Program	Healthcare Management
Eman mahmoud	national liver institute	Smart Infection Control: Leveraging Data and Technology for Real-Time Decision Making
Emelia Moore	Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine	Exercise Physiology
Emma Cowles	Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine	Impacts of Urban Living on Health
Evergiste Singizwa	University of Global Health Equity	Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy: A Clinical Overview with Global Perspectives
Gabrielle Walcott-Bedeau	St. George's University	First Encounters: Trauma-Informed Communication in Healthcare
Henry Moon	Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University	Generative AI in Medical Education: Applications, Ethics, and Best Practices
Hien Thi Thu Ngo	Phenikaa School of Medicine and Pharmacy, Phenikaa University	Occupational Exposure to Crystalline Silica and Silicosis Prevention in Emerging Industries
Ian Schultheiss	Lincoln Memorial University - DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine	Using 3D Printing to Develop Accurate Models for Anatomic Education
Itisha Jefferson	Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine	Inclusive Dermatology: Enhancing Care for Individuals with Disabilities
Jane Newman	Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine	Biochemistry-Physiology Integrated Basic Sciences Bricks
Janet Kennedy	Western New England University	Rewired: Understanding Addiction Through Brain Chemistry and Human Experience
Jennifer Panczyszyn	Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV	Neurodivergent Communication in Clinical Encounters: Identification, Application, Connection Skills
Jennifer Ross	Boston Children's Hospital	Identifying, Managing, and Treating Substance Use Disorders in Adolescents
Jill Forbess	Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine, Belmont University	Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
Jim Fiordalisi	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	Organizational principles of applied autonomic pharmacology
Joshua Owolabi	Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | PCOM	The Mind- Generative AI Collaboration for Optimizing Learning
Jyotsna Needamangalam Balaji	Panimalar Medical College Hospital & Research Institute	Red Flag Prescribing: Understanding Drug Contraindications Across Common Clinical Conditions
Katerina Venderova	Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine	Disability Inclusion and Accessibility in Medical Education and in Medicine
Kathryn Eisenmann	University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences	Public Health of Oncology
Kirsten Porter-Stransky	University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville	Lifestyle Medicine for Brain Health
Lamese Saab	Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine	The Biochemistry and Health Impacts of Sugar Alcohols
Linda Chang	University of Illinois Chicago	Clinical Pharmacogenomics
Miklos Fogarasi	Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine, Quinnipiac University	Cancer Survivorship in Primary Care
Mustafa Alshareefi	University of Baghdad, College of Medicine	Open Pedagogy in Health Professions Education
Ou Zhang	California University of Science and Medicine	Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs)
Paul Langevin	Rocky Vista University Montana College of Osteopathic Medicine	Greenman's Dirty Half Dozen in Failed Low Back Syndrome
Peter Barbosa	San Juan Bautista School of Medicine	Autoimmune Disorders (any of 18 - see below)
Ritesh Soule	McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston	Hearts Divided: The Rivalry that Reshaped Medical Ethics and Professionalism
Samiksha Prasad	Nova Southeastern University, College of Allopathic Medicine	Providing Care for Neurodivergent Individuals
Samridhi Arora	Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi	Intersexuality Explained: From Genes to Gender Respect
Sarah Saffa	Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences	Principalism and Biomedical Ethics
Sumitra Miriyala Miriyala	Kirksville College of Medicine	Introduction to Machine Learning in Medical Diagnostics and Decision-Making
Tafline Arbor	Wake Forest School of Medicine	Artificial Intelligence in Medical Education: A Beginner's Guide
Tetyana Cheairs	New York Medical College	Environmental Toxicology. Role of environmental chemicals in human disease
Tipsuda Junsanto-Bahri	Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine	Dermatology Fundamentals: Sun Safety, Cancer Screening, Treatment, and Patient Empowerment
Tuoen Liu	West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine	Targeted therapy in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)
Yanfei Qi	Duquesne University College of Osteopathic Medicine	Acute (abortive) and preventive (prophylactic) treatments for migraines

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What’s New in the Immunology Collection?

Enhanced Visual and Interactive Learning Experience

One of the most exciting aspects of this update is the comprehensive enhancement of our visual and interactive elements. We’ve refreshed virtually all immunology-specific figures throughout the collection, ensuring that complex concepts are illustrated with greater clarity and precision than ever before. Additionally, we’ve strengthened our active learning components with improved interactive questions and added more images to our flashcards, creating a more engaging and effective study experience.

New Content Areas

Our collection now includes dedicated bricks covering autoinflammatory diseases and diagnostic laboratory immunology, giving students essential practical knowledge they’ll need in clinical settings. We’ve also added a comprehensive new brick on immunodeficiency disorders titled “Immunodeficiency Disorders: Putting It All Together,” which guides students through the systematic evaluation of patients suspected of having immunodeficiency.

Updated Terminology and Classifications

To align with current medical nomenclature, we’ve made several important updates:

• B and T cell disorders are now classified as “Disorders of Humoral and Cell-Mediated Immunity”
• The Phagocyte Dysfunction brick has been expanded and renamed to “Disorders of Innate Immunity,” now including detailed coverage of leukocyte adhesion defects (LAD)
• Complement disorders have been given their own dedicated brick, separate from the main Complement content, allowing for more in-depth coverage

Enhanced Treatment Coverage

Understanding the rapidly evolving landscape of immunological treatments is crucial for modern medical practice. We’ve significantly expanded our coverage of therapeutic options:

• The immunosuppressants content has been thoroughly updated and split into two distinct bricks: “Immunosuppressants” and “Biologic Agents”
• Enhanced coverage of novel biologics provides students with the latest information on cutting-edge treatments

New Sequestered Questions Coming Soon

To complement the updated collection, we’re excited to announce that new Rx Bricks Assessment Bank questions for the Immunology collection will be launching this spring. These carefully crafted questions will help students test their understanding and apply their knowledge of the updated immunology content, which you can deliver through ExamSoft.

Why These Updates Matter

These updates reflect our commitment to providing medical students with the most current, clinically relevant content possible. By aligning our terminology with current medical standards, expanding our coverage of critical topics, and enhancing our visual learning tools, we ensure that students are well-prepared for their exams and future clinical practice.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to enhance our educational resources to meet the evolving needs of medical education.

Immunology Table of Contents

Here are the bricks contained in the 2nd edition of our Immunology collection:

1. Immunology: Foundations and Frameworks
2. Innate Receptors and Cytokines
3. Complement System
4. Major Histocompatibility Complex
5. Structure and Function of Antigen Receptors and Antibodies
6. Antigen Receptor Gene Rearrangement
7. Antigen Processing and Presentation
8. B-Cell Activation and Differentiation
9. T-Cell Activation and Differentiation
10. Cell-Mediated Immunity
11. Immunologic Tolerance
12. Hypersensitivity Reactions
13. Allergic Diseases and Anaphylaxis
14. Diagnostic Laboratory Immunology
15. Disorders of Innate Immunity
16. Disorders of the Complement System
17. Disorders of Humoral and Cell-Mediated Immunity
18. Immunodeficiency Disorders: Putting It All Together
19. Vaccines
20. Autoinflammatory Diseases
21. Amyloidosis
22. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
23. Rheumatoid Arthritis
24. Sjögren Syndrome
25. Systemic Sclerosis
26. Immunosuppressants
27. Biologic Agents
28. Blood Types
29. Blood Transfusion
30. Transplantation

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ScholarRx is excited to announce the release of the Health Systems Bricks Collection. This new addition, tailored for health professional students, complements the recently launched Global Health Bricks Collection, providing a robust educational framework for future health professionals.

What Sets these Bricks Apart?

The Health Systems Bricks Collection offers a rich exploration of health systems, helping students understand their structure, challenges, and opportunities to drive improvement. Its key features include:

• Comprehensive Scope: The collection presents the essential components of health systems using frameworks like those from the World Health Organization, highlighting structures, approaches, and challenges globally.
• Practical Applications: These resources equip learners to recognize their role in health systems and identify actionable ways to strengthen them.
• Accessible to All: This free collection ensures that health professional students everywhere can access and benefit from these valuable learning materials, breaking down barriers to high-quality education.

Key Learning Highlights

The collection features essential topics, including:

• Health and Well-Being: Discusses the broad concept of health, incorporating social determinants, health inequities, and metrics like QALY, DALY, and EQ-5D to measure outcomes and well-being.
• Health Service Delivery: This chapter explores the four tiers of care—public health, primary, secondary, and tertiary. It also covers the principles of quality care, integrated health services, gatekeeping, and social prescribing.
• Health Workforce: This section highlights the diverse roles within healthcare teams, addresses challenges like the global shortage of health workers, and emphasizes the need for professional development and capacity-building initiatives.
• Health Financing and Governance: This section examines financial models for revenue generation, fund pooling, and service purchasing while addressing leadership and stakeholder collaboration for effective governance.
• People-Centered Health Systems: These systems focus on patient-centered care, emphasizing the importance of patient involvement, advocacy, and tools to enhance healthcare equity and efficiency.

A Collaborative Effort

This collection was developed with input from educators and students worldwide, ensuring relevance across diverse contexts. By integrating these Bricks into your curriculum, you can empower students with the knowledge and skills to address critical challenges in health systems and contribute to their improvement.

Please get in touch with our team for more information or to learn how to integrate our Bricks into your curriculum.

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Key Benefits:

• Enhanced Accessibility: Voiceovers improve accessibility for learners with visual impairments or language barriers.
• Increased Engagement: Voiceovers can enhance learner engagement and comprehension.
• Streamlined Workflow: Automatic voiceover generation simplifies the Brick creation process.

Who’s Eligible?

To automatically generate voiceovers, users must:

• Have a subscription to RxBricks
• Have either the Brick Institutional Admin or Faculty Brick Author role
• Have the Institutional flag enabled on their profile

If you are unsure whether or not you’re eligible, please reach out to info@scholarrx.com.

Please Note:

• If a user publishes a Brick as non-institutional and becomes an institutional user, the system will not automatically generate a voiceover for the original brick. To create a voiceover, the user can clone the Brick and publish the clone.
• Please be aware that Brick publishing times may increase slightly as the system generates voiceovers.

We hope these enhancements will make your Brick-building experience even better!

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August 2024 marked a significant milestone for Rx Bricks, but the true story lies beyond the numbers. We’re witnessing the growth of an emerging community of practice—a global network of educators dedicated to shaping the future of medical education through collaboration, innovation, and shared expertise.

What is a Community of Practice?

A community of practice is more than just a group of people working independently; it’s a collective effort where individuals come together to share knowledge, experiences, and tools to pursue a common goal. For Rx Bricks, this community includes medical educators, content creators, and subject matter experts worldwide who are committed to advancing the quality of educational content through active collaboration.

Collaboration and Sharing in ActionOne of the core strengths of the Rx Bricks Create platform is how it facilitates content sharing and adaptation. In August alone:

• 111 Bricks were created and published from scratch, reflecting the innovation and creativity of educators worldwide.
• 219 Bricks were cloned and published, demonstrating the adaptability and usefulness of content as it is refined and repurposed to fit various curricula.

This growing global collaboration is reshaping the way educators think about content creation. Instead of working in isolation, educators are building on one another’s work, ensuring that Bricks evolve through collective input and shared experiences. The platform’s clone-and-publish feature, in particular, has enabled educators to quickly adapt high-quality content for their institution’s needs, amplifying the value of each Brick and saving time while maintaining educational integrity.

Driving Educational Innovation

As more educators join this community, the level of innovation in medical education continues to rise. The record-breaking number of Bricks created in August is a testament to how this collaborative approach fosters creativity. Faculty are designing new learning modules and experimenting with multimedia elements, interactive features, AI, and novel teaching methods to engage learners more effectively.

This innovation is happening globally as educators from different regions contribute diverse perspectives and teaching strategies, enhancing the richness of the content available on the platform. Each Brick built reflects the hard work and ingenuity of a global community striving to make medical education better, more accessible, and more engaging.

A Focus on Accessibility and Equity

One of the most meaningful aspects of this community of practice is its commitment to accessibility. By sharing high-quality educational materials through Rx Bricks, educators are helping bridge gaps in medical education, particularly in underserved regions of the world. The ability to clone and adapt Bricks allows faculty to offer their students the best possible learning experiences, regardless of geographical or resource-based limitations.

Looking Ahead: A Growing Movement

This is just the beginning. As more educators discover the power of Rx Bricks Create and the Rx Brick Exchange, the potential to transform education only grows. Each new Brick, whether built from scratch or adapted from an existing one, represents a step toward a more connected and innovative educational landscape.

The record activity from August isn’t just a reflection of the platform’s capabilities—it’s a testament to the strength of the global community built around it. Together, we’re creating a future where collaboration drives education forward, one Brick at a time.

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ScholarRx is proud to announce the release of our new Global Health Brick Collection. Designed specifically for medical students, this free, open-access collection offers a comprehensive exploration of global health challenges and solutions.

Key Features of the Collection:

• Comprehensive Coverage: The collection introduces various international health topics, including non-communicable diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and the importance of coordinated action.
• Practical Applications: Students will develop the skills to identify key stakeholders, advocate for improved health outcomes, and navigate the complex landscape of international medicine policy.
• Free and Open-Access: The collection is available to all medical students at no cost, ensuring widespread accessibility and impact.

Why Global Health Matters: A Must-Know for Medical Students

Global health isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a critical field shaping healthcare’s future. Understanding global health is essential for medical students for several reasons:

1. A World of Patients: Our world is increasingly interconnected. Diseases can spread rapidly across borders, and health challenges often require international solutions. Whether you plan to practice domestically or internationally, a global health perspective will help you navigate the complexities of modern medicine.

2. Addressing Health Inequities: Global health focuses on improving health outcomes for all people, regardless of location or socioeconomic status. By studying global health, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of health inequities and develop the skills to address them.

3. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Global health problems are often complex and require solutions beyond traditional medical interventions. By learning about global health, you’ll develop the ability to collaborate with experts from various fields, such as public health, economics, and social sciences.

4. Career Opportunities: A strong foundation in global health can open up a wide range of career opportunities, from working with international organizations to conducting global health research.

5. Personal Growth: Studying global health can be a transformative experience. It can broaden your horizons, challenge your assumptions, and inspire you to impact the world positively.

By incorporating these Bricks into your curriculum, you can equip your students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address today’s and tomorrow’s pressing global health challenges.

Please get in touch with our team for more information or to learn how to integrate our Bricks into your curriculum.

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