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ABSTRACT: Augmented reality in medical education?

Learning in the medical domain is to a large extent workplace learning and involves mastery of complex skills that require performance up to professional standards in the work environment. Since training in this real-life context is not always possible for reasons of safety, costs, or didactics, alternative ways are needed

Posted on 8 Feb 2014
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Education Technology, Informatics & Analysis, Learning Models & Theory, Medical Education, Resources

MANUSCRIPT: An electronic portfolio for quantitative assessment of surgical skills in undergraduate medical education

BACKGROUND: We evaluated a newly designed electronic portfolio (e-Portfolio) that provided quantitative evaluation of surgical skills. Medical students at the University of Seville used the e-Portfolio on a voluntary basis for evaluation of their performance in undergraduate surgical subjects. METHODS: Our new web-based e-Portfolio was designed to evaluate surgical practical knowledge and skills

Posted on 8 Feb 2014
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Education Technology, Informatics & Analysis, Learning Models & Theory, Manuscript, Medical Education, Resources

ABSTRACT: Complex cases in primary care: report of a CME-certified series addressing patients with multiple comorbidities

AIM: To assess whether participation in a series of continuing medical education-certified activities presenting complicated case scenarios resulted in evidence-based decision making for patients with chronic comorbid conditions. METHODS: A series of interactive live workshops and online case studies presented evidence-based, practical information addressing the care of patients with multiple chronic diseases to

Posted on 8 Feb 2014
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Education Technology, Medical Education, Online Learning, Resources

ABSTRACT: Practice improvement, part II: update on patient communication technologies

Patient portals (ie, secure web-based services for patient health record access) and secure messaging to health care professionals are gaining popularity slowly. Advantages of web portals include timely communication and instruction, access to appointments and other services, and high patient satisfaction. Limitations include inappropriate use, security considerations, organizational costs, and

Posted on 8 Feb 2014
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Education Technology, Patient Education, Rapid Learning Healthcare System, Resources

RESOURCE: Completion Rates Aren’t the Best Way to Judge MOOCs, Researchers Say

When it comes to measuring the success of an education program, the bottom line is often the completion rate. How many students are finishing their studies and walking away with a credential? But that is not the right way to judge massive open online courses, according to researchers at Harvard University

Posted on 25 Jan 2014
By Joel Selzer
In Education Technology, Online Learning, Resources

RESOURCE: Ten Questions You Should Ask Before You Flip Your Classroom

The purpose of the questions is to help teachers BEGIN the process of flipping their class. This is only the first step. Flipped Class 101 can lead to Flipped Learning, which is a second stage of the Flipped Class. Many teachers are asking for some step by step guidelines as

Posted on 13 Jan 2014
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Education Technology, Learning Models & Theory, Resources

ABSTRACT: Medical students’ online learning technology needs

Purpose This study investigated medical students' online learning technology needs at a medical school. The study aimed to provide evidence-based guidance for technology selection and online learning design in medical education. Methods The authors developed a 120-item survey in collaboration with the New Technology in Medical Education (NTIME) committee at the Southern Illinois

Posted on 13 Jan 2014
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Education Technology, Learning Models & Theory, Medical Education, Resources

Flipped Classrooms in Medical Education: A Resource Kit for Starters

Over the past 18 months our team has been exploring innovations in medical education with a keen eye directed to the emergence of flipped classrooms. This has allowed me to collate, filter, and identify what I think might be the top 12 resources one might need to begin to grasp

Posted on 13 Jan 2014
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Blog, Education Technology, Learning Models & Theory, Medical Education, Online Learning

Surgical training 2.0: How contemporary developments in information technology can augment surgical training.

BACKGROUND: The current surgical trainee is faced with reduced training time compared to predecessors as a result of changes in working practices. The past decade has seen marked developments in the information technology sector. This editorial will review how modern technological innovations could augment current surgical training. METHODS: We review the literature and

Posted on 6 Jan 2014
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Education Technology, Learning Models & Theory, Medical Education, Online Learning, Resources, Social Media & Medical Education

Social media: the way forward or a waste of time for physicians?

Social media is everywhere; its use has grown exponentially over recent years. The prevalence of these outlets for communication raises some interesting and potentially risky issues for physicians. On the one hand, some believe that physicians should have a strong social media presence and can benefit greatly from access to

Posted on 6 Jan 2014
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Education Technology, Learning Models & Theory, Medical Education, Resources, Social Media & Medical Education

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ABSTRACT: Augmented reality in medical education?

MANUSCRIPT: An electronic portfolio for quantitative assessment of surgical skills in undergraduate medical education

ABSTRACT: Complex cases in primary care: report of a CME-certified series addressing patients with multiple comorbidities

ABSTRACT: Practice improvement, part II: update on patient communication technologies

RESOURCE: Completion Rates Aren’t the Best Way to Judge MOOCs, Researchers Say

RESOURCE: Ten Questions You Should Ask Before You Flip Your Classroom

ABSTRACT: Medical students’ online learning technology needs

Flipped Classrooms in Medical Education: A Resource Kit for Starters

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