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MANUSCRIPT: An exploratory study of the potential learning benefits for medical students in collaborative drawing: creativity, reflection and ‘critical looking’.

BACKGROUND: Building on a series of higher educational arts/medicine initiatives, an interdisciplinary drawing module themed on the human body was developed for both year 3 Craft students and year 3 Medicine degree students. This became the subject of a research project exploring how the collaborative approach to drawing adopted on this

Posted on 24 Jun 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Education Technology, Learning Models & Theory, Manuscript, Online Learning, Rapid Learning Healthcare System, Resources, Social Media & Medical Education

RESOURCE: How Digital Technology Transforms the World of Online Education

Online education isn’t new, but due to the advancement of digital technology and increase in mobile penetration, online education platforms have transformed into unique experiences that not only provide easy access but also highly engaging real-time interaction. Realizing the opportunity of establishing thought leadership and pushing forward, more brands are

Posted on 21 Jun 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Education Technology, Informatics & Analysis, Learning Models & Theory, Online Learning, Resources

RESOURCE: Updated Padagogy Wheel Tackles The Problem Of Motivation In Education

The new version tackles a major question that is lurking in the back of everyone’s mind. If it’s not … it should be. It’s about the problem of motivation in education. How do we motivate students, teachers, parents, and everyone else to get excited about learning? How do you stay

Posted on 21 Jun 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Education Technology, Informatics & Analysis, Learning Models & Theory, Resources, Social Media & Medical Education

ABSTRACT: Physicians who use social media and other internet-based communication technologies

The demographic and practice-related characteristics of physicians who use social networking websites, portable devices to access the internet, email to communicate with patients, podcasts, widgets, RSS feeds, and blogging were investigated. Logistic regression was used to analyze a survey of US primary care physicians, pediatricians, obstetrician/gynecologists, and dermatologists (N=1750). Reported

Posted on 21 Jun 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Education Technology, Learning Models & Theory, Medical Education, Resources, Social Media & Medical Education

ABSTRACT: How we use social media to supplement a novel curriculum in medical education

BACKGROUND: The millennial learner is reliant on technology to gain knowledge. Social media in the form of Twitter and Facebook provide a unique way to reach these learners. AIMS: To demonstrate a supplement to a curriculum using "push technology" via Twitter and Facebook to deliver educational content to mobile devices. METHODS: A curriculum consisting of

Posted on 21 Jun 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Education Technology, Learning Models & Theory, Medical Education, Resources, Social Media & Medical Education

ABSTRACT: Ethical considerations in using Facebook for health care support: a case study using concussion management

Social networking sites (SNS) are now part of everyday life, and SNSs such as Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter are among the most accessed Web sites on the Internet. Although SNSs are primarily used for staying in touch with friends and family, they are increasingly being used for health-related purposes for

Posted on 20 Jun 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Education Technology, Online Learning, Patient Education, Rapid Learning Healthcare System, Resources, Social Media & Medical Education

MANUSCRIPT: Identifying Measures Used for Assessing Quality of YouTube Videos with Patient Health Information: A Review of Current Literature.

BACKGROUND: Recent publications on YouTube have advocated its potential for patient education. However, a reliable description of what could be considered quality information for patient education on YouTube is missing. OBJECTIVE: To identify topics associated with the concept of quality information for patient education on YouTube in the scientific literature. METHODS: A literature review was

Posted on 20 Jun 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Education Technology, Manuscript, Online Learning, Patient Education, Rapid Learning Healthcare System, Resources, Social Media & Medical Education

MANUSCRIPT: Scientists popularizing science: characteristics and impact of TED talk presenters.

The TED (Technology, Entertainment, Design) conference and associated website of recorded conference presentations (TED Talks) is a highly successful disseminator of science-related videos, claiming over a billion online views. Although hundreds of scientists have presented at TED, little information is available regarding the presenters, their academic credentials, and the impact

Posted on 20 Jun 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In #hcsmRnD, Education Technology, Manuscript, Online Learning, Rapid Learning Healthcare System, Resources, Social Media & Medical Education

What is the future of technology in education?

A couple of weeks ago I was asked what I thought the future of technology in education was. It is a really interesting question and one that I am required to think about all the time. By its very nature, technology changes at a fast pace and making it accessible

Posted on 19 Jun 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Education Technology, Informatics & Analysis, Online Learning, Resources

MANUSCRIPT: Nervous system examination on YouTube

BACKGROUND: Web 2.0 sites such as YouTube have become a useful resource for knowledge and are used by medical students as a learning resource. This study aimed at assessing videos covering the nervous system examination on YouTube. METHODS: A research of YouTube was conducted from 2 November to 2 December 2011 using the

Posted on 19 Jun 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In #hcsmRnD, Education Technology, Manuscript, Medical Education, Resources, Social Media & Medical Education

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