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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 7 May 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Informatics & Analysis, Learning Models & Theory, Manuscript, Medical Education, Resources

RESOURCE: 300 Years of Distance Learning Evolution [INFOGRAPHIC]

If you thought that distance learning was a product of today, then you would be mistaken. In fact, the first distance learning program on record took place in 1728, when a local teacher by the name of Caleb Phillips advertised shorthand correspondence lessons offered by mail! By 1800, the growth

Posted on 7 May 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Education Technology, Online Learning, Resources

Nudging learners to effectively learn

For as long as I have been teaching, creating medical education, or even funding education there has always been one assumption that has bothered me about what we broadly refer to as 'adult learning,' and that is the assumption that adults KNOW how to learn. This assumption is all the

Posted on 6 May 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Blog, Learning Models & Theory

MANUSCRIPT: Experience with using second life for medical education in a family and community medicine education unit.

Abstract BACKGROUND: The application of new technologies to the education of health professionals is both a challenge and a necessity. Virtual worlds are increasingly being explored as a support for education. Aim: The aim of this work is to study the suitability of Second Life (SL) as an educational tool for primary

Posted on 6 May 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Education Technology, Learning Models & Theory, Manuscript, Medical Education, Online Learning, Resources, Social Media & Medical Education

ABSTRACT: An evaluation of the ‘5 Minute Medicine’ video podcast series compared to conventional medical resources for the internal medicine clerkship.

Abstract BACKGROUND: '5 Minute Medicine' (5MM) is a series of video podcasts, that in approximately 5 min, each explain a core objective of the internal medicine clerkship that all clinical clerks should understand. Video podcasts are accessible at www.5minutemedicine.com AIM: The aim of this study was to investigate how well received 5MM video podcasts

Posted on 6 May 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Education Technology, Medical Education, Online Learning, Resources

MANUSCRIPT: Medical student education program in Alzheimer’s disease: the PAIRS Program.

Abstract BACKGROUND: As life expectancy increases, dementia incidence will also increase, creating a greater need for physicians well-trained to provide integrated geriatric care. However, research suggests medical students have limited knowledge or interest in pursuing geriatric or dementia care. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the PAIRS Program and its

Posted on 6 May 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Manuscript, Medical Education, Resources

ABSTRACT: Reflective writing in medical education.

Abstract BACKGROUND: The teaching of reflection and the use of reflective writing assignments is commonplace in medical school education. There is a preponderance of research in medical education, which appraises and discusses new ways of teaching reflection. AIMS: Students often complain about having to write about their experience with that patient. This work explores

Posted on 6 May 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Informatics & Analysis, Learning Models & Theory, Medical Education, Resources

MANUSCRIPT: Teacher-made models: the answer for medical skills training in developing countries?

Abstract BACKGROUND: The advantages of using simulators in skills training are generally recognized, but simulators are often too expensive for medical schools in developing countries. Cheaper locally-made models (or part-task trainers) could be the answer, especially when teachers are involved in design and production (teacher-made models, TM). METHODS: We evaluated the effectiveness of a

Posted on 6 May 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Education Technology, Learning Models & Theory, Manuscript, Medical Education, Resources, Uncategorized

MANUSCRIPT: Wanted: role models–medical students’ perceptions of professionalism

Abstract BACKGROUND: Transformation of medical students to become medical professionals is a core competency required for physicians in the 21st century. Role modeling was traditionally the key method of transmitting this skill. Medical schools are developing medical curricula which are explicit in ensuring students develop the professional competency and understand the values

Posted on 6 May 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Learning Models & Theory, Manuscript, Medical Education, Resources

ABSTRACT: Improving child and adolescent psychiatry education for medical students: an inter-organizational collaborative action plan.

Abstract OBJECTIVE: A new Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in Medical Education (CAPME) Task Force, sponsored by the Association for Directors of Medical Student Education in Psychiatry (ADMSEP), has created an inter-organizational partnership between child and adolescent psychiatry (CAP) educators and medical student educators in psychiatry. This paper outlines the task force design

Posted on 6 May 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Medical Education, Resources

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

RESOURCE: 300 Years of Distance Learning Evolution [INFOGRAPHIC]

Nudging learners to effectively learn

ABSTRACT: An evaluation of the ‘5 Minute Medicine’ video podcast series compared to conventional medical resources for the internal medicine clerkship.

MANUSCRIPT: Medical student education program in Alzheimer’s disease: the PAIRS Program.

ABSTRACT: Reflective writing in medical education.

MANUSCRIPT: Teacher-made models: the answer for medical skills training in developing countries?

MANUSCRIPT: Wanted: role models–medical students’ perceptions of professionalism

ABSTRACT: Improving child and adolescent psychiatry education for medical students: an inter-organizational collaborative action plan.

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