The freedom to teach (at the best)

Anatomical Sciences Education, Год журнала: 2022, Номер 16(2), С. 189 - 195

Опубликована: Дек. 1, 2022

Abstract Over the past decades, biomedical education has changed considerably, mostly by introduction of novel didactic strategies, as well addition technology. As a consequence, centuries‐old lecture‐style presentation come under criticism for providing only one‐directional transfer information. However, delivery traditional lectures also seen considerable changes such use Microsoft PowerPoint slides which can be projected and serve lecture handouts to learners. Electronic technologies internet now allow permanent recording distribution video recordings students who are unable or choose not attend in person. This off‐site consumption presentations either synchronous or, if recorded videos made available online, asynchronous. At beginning Covid‐19 pandemic, most schools were forced change all instruction an online format. With returning classroom teaching, schools, educators have make decision whether offer permanently, reintroduce in‐person presentations, compromise on combination both. Each solution its own advantages disadvantages, some discussed this article. there appears no single ‘best solution’ learners, educators, educational needs.

Язык: Английский

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Medical students on the COVID-19 frontline: a qualitative investigation of experiences of relief, stress, and mental health

Frontiers in Medicine, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 10

Опубликована: Ноя. 9, 2023

During the early stages of COVID-19 pandemic, medical students were abruptly removed from clinical rotations and transitioned to virtual learning. This study investigates impact this shift on students' wellbeing preparedness for advanced training.Through qualitative research methods, including semi-structured interviews, experiences working frontline explored.The comprehensive findings shed light profound emotional journey that embarked upon during relentless public health crisis. Within chaos overwhelming demands discovered a sense purpose fulfillment in their contributions welfare community. Despite personal sacrifices they had make, such as long hours, limited social interactions, potentially risking own health, reported feelings relief gratitude.Tailored support systems are crucial improving healthcare delivery crises. Medical schools should adopt holistic curriculum approach, integrating interdisciplinary learning prioritizing student wellbeing. Recognizing pandemic's implementing targeted measures ensures resilience contributes an improved system.

Язык: Английский

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Changes in medical student attendance and its impact on student educational outcomes: a systematic review protocol

BMJ Open, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 14(3), С. e078252 - e078252

Опубликована: Март 1, 2024

Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on medical education, with many institutions shifting to online learning ensure the safety of students and staff. However, there been decline in in-person attendance at schools across UK worldwide following relaxation social distancing rules reinstation teaching. Importantly, this trend observed prior pandemic. While reflected within literature, is currently no systematic review describing these changes. We aim find out how students’ changing as documented literature its their educational outcomes. Methods analysis This will follow guidelines Centre Research Dissemination, Meta-analyses Observational Studies Epidemiology Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews Meta-Analyses. search major databases Medline via Ovid, Embase Scopus, Web Science, British Education Index EBSCOhost ERIC EBSCOhost. Two reviewers independently screen each paper extract data, third reviewer dispute resolution. All studies reporting from various universities, both graduate undergraduate changes and/or students‘ outcomes be included. Risk bias individual assessed using Newcastle-Ottawa Scale confidence cumulative evidence evaluated Grading Recommendations, Assessment, Development Evaluation-Confidence Evidence Qualitative approach. A narrative synthesis findings all included reported. Ethics dissemination Ethical approval not required existing publicly available literature. subsequently publish results peer-reviewed journal.

Язык: Английский

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A four year follow-up survey on the teledidactic TELUS ultrasound course: long-term benefits and implications

BMC Medical Education, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 24(1)

Опубликована: Сен. 18, 2024

Язык: Английский

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Strengthening E-learning strategies for active learning in crisis situations: a mixed-method study in the COVID-19 pandemic

BMC Medical Education, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 23(1)

Опубликована: Окт. 11, 2023

Medical universities are responsible for educating and training healthcare workers. One of the fields significantly impacted by pandemic is medical education. The aim this study to identify strategies enhancing e-learning active learning finding solutions improving its quality.This mixed-method (quantitative-qualitative) research was conducted in 2023 at three selected Mazandaran Province. In quantitative phase, 507 students participated via stratified random sampling using a standard questionnaire. qualitative data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 16 experts until saturation achieved. SPSS 21 MAXQDA 10 software used analysis.In multivariate regression analysis, an increase one point dimensions student-teacher interaction, time, immediate feedback, corresponded average scores 0.11, 0.17, 0.16, 1.42 respectively (p≤0.001). After final analysis four main domains (infrastructure, resources, quantity education, quality education) sub-domains 84 items identified.The greatest challenge interaction cooperation between teachers. implementation identified could provide useful evidence policymakers educational administrators implement interventions aimed addressing deficiencies e-learning.

Язык: Английский

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The COVID-19 crisis as a vector for changes in healthcare

Journal Infectology, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 15(4), С. 110 - 116

Опубликована: Янв. 11, 2024

Objective. To assess the possible impact of COVID-19 pandemic on attitudes Belarusian doctors toward vaccination.Materials and methods. A questionnaire survey has been conducted using Google Forms service for different specialties in Republic Belarus.Results. total 1815 from 7 regions Belarus participated survey. considerable part respondents (79,89%, or 1450 people) have a positive attitude to vaccination, 16,42% (298 – neutral, (3,69%, 67 negative towards vaccination. The highest percentage evaluations vaccination was revealed among infectious disease doctors, pediatricians prophylactic specialization. For significant proportion (62.7%, 1,138 people), raised an interest issues. by majority surveyed physicians either remained unchanged (49.2%, 893 changed better (47.22%, 857 people). vast are vaccinated against influenza. Willingness be influenza most noted specialists physicians.Conclusion. more than just practical medicine science, it also transformed information field, initiated educational reforms, demonstrated importance human values. influenced physicians’ growing

Язык: Английский

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Quantitative and qualitative analysis of medical students’ symptoms and feelings during COVID-19 pandemic

Research Square (Research Square), Год журнала: 2024, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Янв. 25, 2024

Background Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, traditional face-to-face teaching was disrupted, leading a transition online activities. Social restrictions and isolation during this period may have contributed various physical emotional disorders, such as anxiety, depression, reduced perception of happiness, decline in overall quality life. The objective our study assess perceptions medical students regarding their emotions, anxiety depression symptoms, daily experiences pandemic. Methods We conducted prospective with both quantitative qualitative components involving 1st 4th year medicine at private university São Paulo, Brazil 2020 2021. Participants completed questionnaires, including State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI), Beck Depression (BDI), Oxford Happiness Questionnaire (OHQ), Medical Student Quality-of-Life (VERAS-Q). Additionally, they engaged focus group discussions. Results A total 313 200 participated group. Women exhibited higher scores for (p = 0.002) 0.007), while men demonstrated better life 0.042). aged 18 24 years 0.048) presented lower trait 0.001). Both state were strongly associated < 0.01) inversely related life, showing moderate association happiness 0.01). linked moderately negatively correlated groups revealed recurring negative feelings among students, tiredness, discouragement, loneliness, difficulty managing time, poor sleep quality, exacerbation harmful habits, challenges relationships, resulting mental health Coping strategies discussed, adoption new healthy religious practices, reconnection family. Conclusion symptoms more prevalent females, improved younger male students. analysis enhanced understanding determinants consequences students' feelings, also showed positive aspects like greater proximity family religiosity.

Язык: Английский

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Longitudinal Assessment of Medical Students' Perceptions of Social Isolation and Wellbeing: A 5-Year Analysis of FRAME Surveys (2017-2022)

Research Square (Research Square), Год журнала: 2024, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Фев. 27, 2024

Background The geographical remoteness of rural clinical school (RCS) placements presents unique challenges to medical students, detrimentally impacting their well-being and potentially leading social isolation. Understanding these is essential for institutions implement effective support mechanisms. Objective This study investigated the perceptions students regarding isolation during a five-year period (2017 2022) RCS placements. Methods Data from approximately 600 (mostly females n = 2025, 57.7%) collected annually across 17 Australian universities, through self-administered FRAME (Federation Rural Medical Educators) surveys were extracted. Sociodemographic variables, feelings academic support, effect COVID assessed. main outcomes which derived students’ responses statement, ‘I felt socially isolated my placement’, ‘Overall, placement impacted positively on well-being’, respectively. was analyzed using descriptive statistics binomial logistic regressions identify factors associated with perception placement. Results Over half reported experiencing isolation, one-fifth expressing that had no positive impact wellbeing. Although majority perceived impact, this proportion decreased by 11.0% 2017 2019, before rising again in subsequent years. Factors contributing negative impacts included non-rural background, preference practice capital or major urban city upon entry RCS, lack academic, financial, general RCS. Positive influences active self-care role modeling informal information career options Notably, years affected COVID-19 pandemic did not significantly alter well-being. Conclusions Addressing faced imperative foster combat These findings underscore importance tailored mechanisms educational programs enhance resilience among future healthcare professionals. Moreover, improving experiences may contribute increased retention doctors remote areas, thereby alleviating nationwide shortage regions.

Язык: Английский

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The influence of medical students’ life values on their perception of future professional activity during the Covid-19 pandemic

Current Psychology, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 43(32), С. 26648 - 26658

Опубликована: Апрель 25, 2024

Язык: Английский

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Quantitative and qualitative analysis of medical students’ symptoms and feelings during a catastrophic event

Research Square (Research Square), Год журнала: 2024, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Апрель 26, 2024

Background: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, traditional face-to-face teaching has been disrupted. Social restrictions and isolation during this period may have contributed various physical emotional disorders. We aimed assess perceptions of medical students regarding their emotions, anxiety depression symptoms, daily experiences pandemic. Methods: conducted a prospective mixed methods study involving in 1st 4th years medicine at university São Paulo, Brazil,in 2020 2021. Participants completed online questionnaires, including State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI), Beck Depression (BDI), Oxford Happiness Questionnaire (OHQ), Medical Student Quality-of-Life (VERAS-Q) participated an focus group. Results:313 finished 200 were involved Women exhibited higher scores for (p=0.002) (p=0.007); men demonstrated better quality life (p=0.042). The aged 18 24 (p=0.048) presented lower trait (p=0.001). Both state strongly associated with (p<0.01) inversely related life, showing moderate association happiness (p<0.01). was linked both moderately negatively correlated groups revealed recurring negative feelings, such as anxiety, depression, tiredness, loneliness, difficulty managing time others, resulting reduced mental health Coping strategies discussed, adoption new healthy habits, religious practices, reconnection family. Conclusion: symptoms more prevalent among females, while improved younger male students. qualitative analysis enhanced our understanding determinants consequences students' feelings positive aspects greater proximity family religiosity.

Язык: Английский

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