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Antoniadou M, Rahiotis C, Kakaboura A. Sustainable Distance Online Educational Process for Dental Students during COVID-19 Pandemic. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:9470. [PMID: 35954826 PMCID: PMC9368722 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19159470] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2022] [Revised: 07/25/2022] [Accepted: 07/26/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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In this study, we evaluated the perception of distance online learning in undergraduate dental students in two different European countries during the second lockdown of the COVID-19 pandemic to explore sustainable undergraduate educational and examination e-learning forms. Dental students from Dental school of Athens, National and Kapodistrian university of Athens (N1_3rd preclinical year = 131, N2_4th clinical year = 119) and Dental school of Copenhagen (3rd preclinical year N3 = 85) completed the mixed-designed Dental e-Learning process Questionnaire (DeLQ) distributed in a google form. Responses to closed-ended questions were collected on a five-point Likert scale. Descriptive statistics were applied, and non-parametric Kruskal-Wallis tests were used to examine student groups. N1 (90% strongly agree) students reported that "e-learning is a suitable education method for theory in dentistry" at a significant level and more often than N2 (43% strongly disagree). N1 and N2 students strongly agreed that they preferred face-to-face teaching rather than distance e-learning. A relatively low number of N1 (31%) students believed that e-learning prepares them sufficiently for their practical training while none of the (0%) N2 cohort agreed. A low percentage of students in both years (N1 = 31%, N2 = 23%) believed that e-learning prepared them for their exams. Additionally, N1 = 60% and N2 = 66% preferred hybrid learning. Only 26% (N1) and 19.5% (N2) desired e-learning to continue after the COVID-19 pandemic. Nearly half of the participants believed the online exam model to be unreliable (N1 = 49%, N2 = 43%). Overall, students considered distance e-learning as an educational method applicable only to theoretical lessons. However, the lack of physical communication and interaction in distance learning led students to prefer a blended method. Students of the two faculties seemed to agree on many points, but there were also specific differences attributable to the differences in the programs and educational culture of the two countries.
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- Maria Antoniadou
- Department of Operative Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 11527 Athens, Greece; (C.R.); (A.K.)
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Luhrenberg P, Rahimi-Nedjat RK, Sagheb K, Sagheb K, Al-Nawas B. The Efficiency of a Learning Software Compared to e-Books in Dental Education. Eur J Dent 2022; 16:437-442. [PMID: 34905779 PMCID: PMC9339934 DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1735932] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Due to time-consuming curricular and extracurricular activities, students in dentistry and medicine can profit from efficient learning strategies. One strategy could be the preparation with individually designed educational software that embed different multimedia sources. The aim of this study was to determine the efficiency of such a program compared with an e-book similar to a traditional textbook. MATERIALS AND METHODS Dentistry students of the Johannes Gutenberg-University of Mainz passed an entrance multiple-choice test on the topic of odontogenic tumors and were then randomized into two groups. Afterward, both groups had 14 days to study on the topic of odontogenic tumors either with a learning software or an e-book. A final exam was then taken and the two groups were compared. STATISTICAL ANALYSIS A least significant difference post hoc analysis comparing the group average values was performed. The level of significance was p <0.05. RESULTS Seventy-one students took part in the study. While students from the first and second clinical semester showed significantly better results and improvements with the e-book, an opposite effect was observed in students from the third and fifth clinical semester with significantly better results and improvements with the software. CONCLUSION Depending on the clinical experience and knowledge, a multimedia educational software can help students in dentistry to enhance efficiency in the preparation for exams.
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- Philipp Luhrenberg
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Prosthodontics, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz, Germany
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Silva PGDB, Dias CC, Machado LC, Carlos ACAM, Dantas TS, Ximenes J, Sousa RMRB, Sousa FB. Distance education in dentistry in Brazil: a critical STROBE-based analysis. Braz Oral Res 2021; 35:e109. [PMID: 34816897 DOI: 10.1590/1807-3107bor-2021.vol35.0109] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2020] [Accepted: 03/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The COVID-19 pandemic has forced dentistry schools (DSs) to adapt their teaching techniques to digital platforms. Therefore, we aimed to evaluate distance classes in the Brazilian DS curriculum. After an online search of higher education institutions (HEIs) with DS on the e-Ministry of Education (MEC) platform, we included institutions with at least one graduated class to extract the age/localization of the DS, funding, number of authorized seats, MEC-grade, ENADE-score, and workload. HEIs' webpages were consulted to identify the curriculum, subjects offered in the distance education (DE) format, extracurricular programs, scientific events, postgraduate programs, and institutional YouTube channels. Chi-square/Fisher's tests plus binary logistic regression were performed (SPSS 20.0, p < 0.05). Of the 241 DSs evaluated, 82 (34.0%) offered distance classes, and a high prevalence was observed in the southeast region (p <0.001) and private HEIs (p = 0.001). HEIs with distance classes had lower ENADE scores (p = 0.004), lower workload (p = 0.007), and higher workload for optional subjects (p = 0.016), doctoral programs (p = 0.041), specialization courses (p = 0.017), and institutional YouTube channels (p < 0.001). Southern dental schools (p < 0.001), lower workload (p = 0.022), optional subjects (p = 0.033), and institutional YouTube channels (p = 0.005) were independently associated with distance classes. In one-third of the Brazilian DSs, distance classes and institutional YouTube channels were strongly associated variables. The association of distance learning with lower workload and low academic performance draws attention to the need for regulatory bodies for controlling the quality of DE.
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- Centro Universitário Christus, Department of Odontology, Fortaleza, CE, Brazil
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- Centro Universitário Christus, Department of Odontology, Fortaleza, CE, Brazil
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- Centro Universitário Christus, Department of Odontology, Fortaleza, CE, Brazil
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Abd-Shukor SN, Yahaya N, Tamil AM, Botelho MG, Ho TK. Effectiveness of enhanced video-based learning on removable partial denture module. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF DENTAL EDUCATION : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR DENTAL EDUCATION IN EUROPE 2021; 25:744-752. [PMID: 33368978 DOI: 10.1111/eje.12653] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2020] [Revised: 10/25/2020] [Accepted: 12/15/2020] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The application of video-based learning in dentistry has been widely investigated; however, the nature of on-screen video enhancements of the video has been minimally explored in the literature. This study investigated the effectiveness of an in-class and on-demand enhanced video to support learning on removable partial dentures in terms of knowledge acquisition, perception and clinical skill performance. METHODS Fifty-four dental students enrolled in 2018 were recruited as participants and assigned to two groups. Both groups were given the same lecture and asked to watch the same video in either the enhanced or non-enhanced version. The enhanced video was modified with the contemporaneous subtitle of the presenters' dialogue, text bullet points and summary text pages. The knowledge acquisition from the two types of video was subjected to pre- and post-tests one month after the students watched the video. A questionnaire was used to evaluate the students' perceptions of the learning experience and a performance test on practical skills was performed after six weeks. All the students responded to the test (100%). RESULTS The enhanced video demonstration improved the students' short-term knowledge acquisition after they watched the video, with an average score of 1.59 points higher in the enhanced group than in the non-enhanced group (p < .05). The practical performance did not differ between the two groups. The students were more likely accepted the enhanced video as a replacement of the existing teaching method rather than a teaching supplement (70.3%). CONCLUSION The application of the enhanced video demonstration resulted in a better theoretical knowledge retention but not practical performance. Students also preferred watching video to using conventional learning methods.
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- Siti N Abd-Shukor
- Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Restorative Dentistry, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Faculty of Dentisty, Department of Restorative Dentistry, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Community Health, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Restorative Dental Sciences of the Faculty of Dentistry, Hong Kong University, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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- Faculty of Dentisty, Department of Restorative Dentistry, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Stow L, Higgins D. Development and evaluation of online education to increase the forensic relevance of oral health records. Aust Dent J 2017; 63:81-93. [PMID: 28685865 DOI: 10.1111/adj.12545] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/17/2017] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Human identification can be reliably established by dental comparison; success is significantly impacted by inadequate ante-mortem information. Previous Australian research revealed suboptimal recording of features important for forensic dental identification and compliance with Dental Board of Australia guidelines. We hence created and evaluated an online education programme aimed at improving oral health practitioner recording. METHODS An interactive learning module (ILM) was constructed and released to three focus groups representing practitioners with varying experience levels: Australian Society of Forensic Odontology members, third year dental students and the wider dental community. Pre- and post-participation perceptions were recorded, with percentage, mean, broad agreement, standard deviation and statistical significance between responses determined. RESULTS Improved recognition of importance of record keeping, knowledge, confidence, skill and motivation to learn was seen following ILM interaction. This was particularly significant for students, participants with 3-5 years of experience in their current occupation and those whose highest level of education was achieved in Australia. CONCLUSIONS The ILM increased self-reported awareness, understanding and attitude of participants with different levels of case note recording experience; this can improve recording practises and aid forensic dental identification if utilized in undergraduate teaching and as a continuing professional development tool for dental practitioners.
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- L Stow
- Adelaide Dental School, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.,Forensic Odontology Unit, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Forensic Odontology Unit, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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Taveira-Gomes T, Ferreira P, Taveira-Gomes I, Severo M, Ferreira MA. What Are We Looking for in Computer-Based Learning Interventions in Medical Education? A Systematic Review. J Med Internet Res 2016; 18:e204. [PMID: 27480053 PMCID: PMC4985611 DOI: 10.2196/jmir.5461] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2015] [Revised: 06/01/2016] [Accepted: 06/21/2016] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background Computer-based learning (CBL) has been widely used in medical education, and reports regarding its usage and effectiveness have ranged broadly. Most work has been done on the effectiveness of CBL approaches versus traditional methods, and little has been done on the comparative effects of CBL versus CBL methodologies. These findings urged other authors to recommend such studies in hopes of improving knowledge about which CBL methods work best in which settings. Objective In this systematic review, we aimed to characterize recent studies of the development of software platforms and interventions in medical education, search for common points among studies, and assess whether recommendations for CBL research are being taken into consideration. Methods We conducted a systematic review of the literature published from 2003 through 2013. We included studies written in English, specifically in medical education, regarding either the development of instructional software or interventions using instructional software, during training or practice, that reported learner attitudes, satisfaction, knowledge, skills, or software usage. We conducted 2 latent class analyses to group articles according to platform features and intervention characteristics. In addition, we analyzed references and citations for abstracted articles. Results We analyzed 251 articles. The number of publications rose over time, and they encompassed most medical disciplines, learning settings, and training levels, totaling 25 different platforms specifically for medical education. We uncovered 4 latent classes for educational software, characteristically making use of multimedia (115/251, 45.8%), text (64/251, 25.5%), Web conferencing (54/251, 21.5%), and instructional design principles (18/251, 7.2%). We found 3 classes for intervention outcomes: knowledge and attitudes (175/212, 82.6%), knowledge, attitudes, and skills (11.8%), and online activity (12/212, 5.7%). About a quarter of the articles (58/227, 25.6%) did not hold references or citations in common with other articles. The number of common references and citations increased in articles reporting instructional design principles (P=.03), articles measuring online activities (P=.01), and articles citing a review by Cook and colleagues on CBL (P=.04). There was an association between number of citations and studies comparing CBL versus CBL, independent of publication date (P=.02). Conclusions Studies in this field vary highly, and a high number of software systems are being developed. It seems that past recommendations regarding CBL interventions are being taken into consideration. A move into a more student-centered model, a focus on implementing reusable software platforms for specific learning contexts, and the analysis of online activity to track and predict outcomes are relevant areas for future research in this field.
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- Tiago Taveira-Gomes
- Department of Medical Education and Simulation, Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal.
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Ludwig B, Bister D, Schott TC, Lisson JA, Hourfar J. Assessment of two e-learning methods teaching undergraduate students cephalometry in orthodontics. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF DENTAL EDUCATION : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR DENTAL EDUCATION IN EUROPE 2016; 20:20-25. [PMID: 25560366 DOI: 10.1111/eje.12135] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/01/2014] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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AIM Cephalometry is important for orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning and is part of the core curriculum for training dentists. Training involves identifying anatomical landmarks. The aim of this investigation was to assess whether e-learning improves learning efficiency; a programme specifically designed for this purpose was compared to commercially available software. METHODS Thirty undergraduate students underwent traditional training of cephalometry consisting of lectures and tutorials. Tracing skills were tested immediately afterwards (T0). The students were then randomly allocated to three groups: 10 students served as control (CF); they were asked to improve their skills using the material provided so far. Ten students were given a program specifically designed for this study that was based on a power point presentation (PPT). The last group was given a commercially available program that included teaching elements (SW). The groups were tested at the end the six week training (T1). The test consisted of tracing 30 points on two radiographs and a point score improvement was calculated. The students were interviewed after the second test. RESULTS Both e-learning groups improved more than the traditional group. Improvement scores were four for CF; 8.6 for PPT and 2.8 for SW. For PPT all participants improved and the student feedback was the best compared to the other groups. For the other groups some candidates worsened. CONCLUSIONS Blended learning produced better learning outcomes compared to using a traditional teaching method alone. The easy to use Power Point based custom software produced better results than the commercially available software.
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- B Ludwig
- Private practice, Traben-Trarbach, Germany
- Department of Orthodontics, University of Homburg/Saar, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Orthodontics, Guy's Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Orthodontics, University of Tuebingen, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Orthodontics, University of Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Private practice, Reinheim, Germany
- Department of Orthodontics, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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McLean SF. Case-Based Learning and its Application in Medical and Health-Care Fields: A Review of Worldwide Literature. JOURNAL OF MEDICAL EDUCATION AND CURRICULAR DEVELOPMENT 2016; 3:10.4137_JMECD.S20377. [PMID: 29349306 PMCID: PMC5736264 DOI: 10.4137/jmecd.s20377] [Citation(s) in RCA: 258] [Impact Index Per Article: 32.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2015] [Revised: 03/28/2016] [Accepted: 03/30/2016] [Indexed: 05/09/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Case-based learning (CBL) is a newer modality of teaching healthcare. In order to evaluate how CBL is currently used, a literature search and review was completed. METHODS A literature search was completed using an OVID© database using PubMed as the data source, 1946-8/1/2015. Key words used were "Case-based learning" and "medical education", and 360 articles were retrieved. Of these, 70 articles were selected to review for location, human health care related fields of study, number of students, topics, delivery methods, and student level. RESULTS All major continents had studies on CBL. Education levels were 64% undergraduate and 34% graduate. Medicine was the most frequently represented field, with articles on nursing, occupational therapy, allied health, child development and dentistry. Mean number of students per study was 214 (7-3105). The top 3 most common methods of delivery were live presentation in 49%, followed by computer or web-based in 20% followed by mixed modalities in 19%. The top 3 outcome evaluations were: survey of participants, knowledge test, and test plus survey, with practice outcomes less frequent. Selected studies were reviewed in greater detail, highlighting advantages and disadvantages of CBL, comparisons to Problem-based learning, variety of fields in healthcare, variety in student experience, curriculum implementation, and finally impact on patient care. CONCLUSIONS CBL is a teaching tool used in a variety of medical fields using human cases to impart relevance and aid in connecting theory to practice. The impact of CBL can reach from simple knowledge gains to changing patient care outcomes.
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- Susan F. McLean
- Department of Surgery, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, El Paso, TX, USA
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de Azevedo RDA, da Rosa WLDO, da Silva AF, Correa MB, Torriani MA, Lund RG. Comparative Effectiveness of Dental Anatomy Carving Pedagogy: A Systematic Review. J Dent Educ 2015. [DOI: 10.1002/j.0022-0337.2015.79.8.tb05981.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- Renato de A. de Azevedo
- Department of Restorative Dentistry; Faculty of Dentistry; Federal University of Pelotas; RS Pelotas Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry; Faculty of Dentistry; Federal University of Pelotas; RS Pelotas Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry; Faculty of Dentistry; Federal University of Pelotas; RS Pelotas Brazil
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- Department of Surgery and Bucco-Maxilo-Facial Traumatology; Dentistry School of Federal University of Pelotas; Pelotas Rio Grande do Sul Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry; Faculty of Dentistry; Federal University of Pelotas; RS Pelotas Brazil
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Jäger F, Riemer M, Abendroth M, Sehner S, Harendza S. Virtual patients: the influence of case design and teamwork on students' perception and knowledge - a pilot study. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2014; 14:137. [PMID: 25000965 PMCID: PMC4115466 DOI: 10.1186/1472-6920-14-137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2013] [Accepted: 06/30/2014] [Indexed: 05/11/2023]
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BACKGROUND Virtual patient (VP) cases are an effective teaching method, although little is known about how to design and implement them for maximum effectiveness. The aim of this study was to explore the effect of case design and teamwork on students' learning outcome. METHODS One hundred forty-six undergraduate medical students participated in a mandatory medical computer science course consisting of five seminars. At the end of each seminar, they worked on one VP case, either in teams of two or individually. Each student filled out an introductory and a final survey and a feedback sheet after completing each case. Additionally, there was a surprise multiple choice (MC) test after the last seminar with three questions regarding each case. RESULTS Students with more clinical experience and students who had worked in a team performed significantly better on MC questions. Students with less clinical experience more frequently used information which had been positioned less prominently on the case material. Certain aspects of case design were rated more positively by students who had an interest in e-learning. In general, students preferred to work on cases for less than 15 minutes. CONCLUSIONS Clinically more advanced students and students working with a partner seem to benefit most from short VP cases with prominently presented information.
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- Frederik Jäger
- Department of Computational Neuroscience, University Hospital Hamburg-Eppendorf, Germany, Martinistr. 52, 20246 Hamburg, Germany
- Department of Internal Medicine, University Hospital Hamburg-Eppendorf, Martinistr. 52, 20246 Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Computational Neuroscience, University Hospital Hamburg-Eppendorf, Germany, Martinistr. 52, 20246 Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University Hospital Hamburg-Eppendorf, Martinistr. 52, 20246 Hamburg, Germany
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- Institute for Biometrics and Epidemiology, University Hospital Hamburg-Eppendorf, Martinistr. 52, 20246 Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University Hospital Hamburg-Eppendorf, Martinistr. 52, 20246 Hamburg, Germany
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Gruson D, Faure G, Gouget B, Haliassos A, Kisikuchin D, Reguengo H, Topic E, Blaton V. A position paper of the EFLM Committee on Education and Training and Working Group on Distance Education Programmes/E-Learning: developing an e-learning platform for the education of stakeholders in laboratory medicine. Clin Chem Lab Med 2013; 51:775-80. [PMID: 23492563 DOI: 10.1515/cclm-2013-0095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2013] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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The progress of information and communication technologies has strongly influenced changes in healthcare and laboratory medicine. E-learning, the learning or teaching through electronic means, contributes to the effective knowledge translation in medicine and healthcare, which is an essential element of a modern healthcare system and for the improvement of patient care. E-learning also represents a great vector for the transfer knowledge into laboratory practice, stimulate multidisciplinary interactions, enhance continuing professional development and promote laboratory medicine. The European Federation of Laboratory Medicine (EFLM) has initiated a distance learning program and the development of a collaborative network for e-learning. The EFLM dedicated working group encourages the organization of distance education programs and e-learning courses as well as critically evaluate information from courses, lectures and documents including electronic learning tools. The objectives of the present paper are to provide some specifications for distance learning and be compatible with laboratory medicine practices.
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- Damien Gruson
- Cliniques Universitaires St-Luc, Clinical Biology, Avenue Hippocrate, Bruxelles 1200, Belgium.
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