Author: Brian S McGowan, PhD

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PURPOSE:
This study sought to assess the introduction of a web-based innovation in medical education that complements traditional problem-based learning curricula. Utilizing the case method as its fundamental educational approach, the Interactive Case-based Online Network (ICON) allows students to interact with each other, faculty and a virtual patient in difficult neurological cases. Given the paucity of available metrics to benchmark online systems, we complement user perceptions with data on system utilization.

via Evaluation of an Interactiv… [Adv Health Sci Educ Theory Pract. 2005] – PubMed – NCBI.

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The authors provide an introduction to e-learning and its role in medical education by outlining key terms, the components of e-learning, the evidence for its effectiveness, faculty development needs for implementation, evaluation strategies for e-learning and its technology, and how e-learning might be considered evidence of academic scholarship. E-learning is the use of Internet technologies to enhance knowledge and performance. E-learning technologies offer learners control over content, learning sequence, pace of learning, time, and often media, allowing them to tailor their experiences to meet their personal learning objectives.

via The impact of E-learning in medical education. [Acad Med. 2006] – PubMed – NCBI.

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Computer technology is rapidly changing the way educators can interact with their students. This article reviews the research regarding the integration of online computer-assisted instructional materials into medical education.

via To the Point: reviews in medical educati… [Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2006] – PubMed – NCBI.

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INTRODUCTION:
An earlier study of physicians’ perceptions of interactive online learning showed that these were shaped both by program design and quality and the quality and quantity of interpersonal interaction. We explore instructor roles in enhancing online learning through interpersonal interaction and the learning theories that inform these.
METHODS:
This was a qualitative study using focus groups and interviews. Using purposive sampling, 50 physicians were recruited based on their experience with interactive online CME and face-to-face CME. Qualitative thematic and interpretive analysis was used.

via Facilitating interpersonal interac… [J Contin Educ Health Prof. 2006] – PubMed – NCBI.

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Access to knowledge through the Internet has spawned a world of online learning, stimulating a new passion for lifelong learning in academia, professional environments, the workplace, and at home. This article takes a fresh look at the wide spectrum of opportunities for online medical education for physicians. We first explore a continuum of “e-learning” models and then look at the range of platforms used to support these systems

via Internet platforms for lifelong le… [Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 2007] – PubMed – NCBI.

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BACKGROUND:
Mannequin and computer-based simulators are useful for the practice of patient management, physical procedures, and competency. However, they are ineffective in teaching clinical medicine. StepStone Interactive Medical Software (SS) is a web-based medical learning modality that provides the user with a highly focused set of evaluative and interventional tasks to treat memorable virtual patients in a visual case-based format.

via Novel educational approach for medical students:… [J Surg Educ. 2012] – PubMed – NCBI.