Brave new E‐world: Medical students’ preferences for and usage of electronic learning resources during two different phases of their education

The aim of the present study was to critically evaluate the accuracy and readability of English Wikipedia articles on the respiratory system and its disorders and whether they can be a suitable resource for medical students. On April 27, 2014, English Wikipedia was searched for articles on respiratory topics. Using a modified DISCERN instrument, articles were independently scored by three assessors. The scoring targeted content accuracy, frequency of updating, and quality of references. The readability of articles was measured using two other instruments. The mean DISCERN score for the 40 articles identified was 26.4 ± 6.3. Most articles covered causes, signs and symptoms, prevention, and treatment. However, several knowledge deficiencies in the pathogenesis of diseases, investigations needed, and treatment were observed. The total number of references for the 40 articles was 1,654, and the references varied from 0 to 168 references, but several problems were identified in the list of references and citations made. The readability of articles was in the range of 9.4 ± 1.8 to 22.6 ± 10.7 using the Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level instrument and 10.0 ± 2.6 to 19.6 ± 8.3 using the Readability Coleman-Liau index. A strong correlation was found between the two instruments ( r2= 0.744, P < 0.001). The agreement between the assessors had mean κ scores in the range of 0.712–0.857. In conclusion, despite the effort placed in creating Wikipedia respiratory articles by anonymous volunteers (wikipedians), most articles had knowledge deficiencies, were not accurate, and were not suitable for medical students as learning resources.

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Methods and frequency of sharing of learning resources by medical students

British Journal of Educational Technology ◽

10.1111/bjet.12481 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 48 (6) ◽

pp. 1345-1356 ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

Terry Judd ◽

Kristine Elliott

Keyword(s):

Medical Students ◽

Learning Resources

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Knowledge and Perceptions of Medical Students After Using Kahoot! Towards General Pharmacology Practical Sessions at King Abdulaziz University

10.21203/rs.3.rs-956795/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Fatemah Omar Abdullah Kamel ◽

Lana Adey Fareed AlShawwa

Keyword(s):

Academic Performance ◽

Medical Students ◽

Interactive Software ◽

Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽

Electronic Learning ◽

Electronic Tool ◽

Learning Game ◽

Attitudes And Perceptions ◽

General Pharmacology ◽

King Abdulaziz University

Abstract Background College students often do not study effectively or devote enough time to study and may experience a lot of stress which negatively affects their learning. Game-based Electronic learning (GbEl) has been shown to greatly motivate students, encourage learning and improve academic performance. Kahoot! is one such electronic tool, but its effectiveness in the medical education sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has never been evaluated. MethodsThis study aimed to determine the effect of the interactive software, Kahoot!, on the participation and academic performance of 274 medical students in their general pharmacology practical sessions at the faculty of medicine at King Abdulaziz University (KAU). The pharmacology sessions were divided into two groups: control and Kahoot! and after each session, students took ‘pre’ and ‘post-tests’ to assess the effect on learning. On the final day of the course, students were given a questionnaire to determine their attitudes and perceptions toward the learning process using Kahoot!. ResultsThe results showed that Kahoot! was an effective, enjoyable, and interactive formative tool that increased student engagement, motivation, and improved academic achievement. Teachers involved in the study agreed on the advantages of using Kahoot! largely out-weighed disadvantages.

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Electronic Learning in Educational Process: Problems and Perspectives

Psychological Science and Education ◽

10.17759/pse.2016210209 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 21 (2) ◽

pp. 76-83 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

N.V. Dvoryanchikov ◽

T.V. Kalashnikova ◽

L.S. Pechnikova ◽

N.V. Frolova

Keyword(s):

Educational Process ◽

Learning Resources ◽

Full Time ◽

Electronic Resources ◽

Electronic Learning ◽

Traditional Technologies ◽

Electronic Education ◽

Russian Universities

The paper describes the preconditions and specifics of electronic learning resources in Russian universities and focuses on the priorities in the development of electronic education. As it is revealed, there are certain problems with employing electronic resources in mixed forms of learning, i.e. when such resources are only a part of the educational process, not a complete substitute. The paper explores the advantages and shortcomings of electronic learning in full-time instruction basing on the outcomes of a survey for students and teachers carried out in one the Russian universities. These outcomes help to assess the effectiveness of electronic learning and further perspectives of mixed forms of instruction. The paper finally provides some recommendations on how to increase the effectiveness of electronic learning by means of its integration with traditional technologies in education.

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FUNCTIONS OF ELECTRONIC LEARNING RESOURCES IN THE PROCESS OF PROFESSION-ORIENTED ORAL SPEECH TRAINING OF FUTURE TEACHERS OF FRENCH LANGUAGE

Information Technologies in Education ◽

10.14308/ite000499 ◽

2014 ◽

pp. 084-091

Author(s):

Yakovenko-Glushenkova E.

Keyword(s):

French Language ◽

Learning Resources ◽

Future Teachers ◽

Electronic Learning ◽

Oral Speech ◽

Speech Training

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Computer Science Teacher’s Perception and Needs towards E-Learning in Iraq

Journal of Southwest Jiaotong University ◽

10.35741/issn.0258-2724.54.5.42 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 54 (5) ◽

Author(s):

Mustafa Radif ◽

Nora Ahmed Mohammed

Keyword(s):

Distance Learning ◽

Secondary School ◽

Computer Science ◽

Secondary School Teachers ◽

School Level ◽

Learning Resources ◽

Electronic Learning ◽

Training Plan ◽

Instructional Needs ◽

E Learning

With the advent of technology, electronic learning (e-learning) has become a key aspect of distance learning, making it easier, faster, and more global. With e-learning, teachers have found it easy to deliver education, while students have found new opportunities to learn. There have been several advances to e-learning as a resource for distance learning, with its major features being the use of electronic mediums to facilitate learning. This study is the first of its kind in Iraq that aims to explore the instructional needs of teachers with regards to e-learning for computer science at the secondary school level in Iraq. The study aims to identify the perceptions of secondary school teachers of computer science towards the use of e- learning methods and to also investigate the training needs of teachers for the use of e-learning for teaching of computer science in Iraq. Results indicated that e-learning resources available in the schools surveyed are not enough and the teachers are not making adequate use of e-learning resources. Also, while teachers were aware of the efficiency of e-learning for pedagogy, the schools do not have adequate support mechanisms in place. Teachers were also aware of the competitive edge that e-learning offers them, but did not have adequate training to enable them to use it effectively. Therefore, authorities have to establish a training plan to get teachers comfortable with technology. Such training should start with the basics of e-learning, so that teachers with no knowledge of technology can be carried along.

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