A New Approach to Information Technology Instruction for Medical Students
| Author | Abbas Foroutan | en |
| Author | S.H Yazdani | en |
| Author | S Noori | en |
| Orcid | Abbas Foroutan [] | en |
| Orcid | S.H Yazdani [] | en |
| Orcid | S Noori [] | en |
| Accessioned Date | 2023-12-25T13:40:16Z | |
| Available Date | 2023-12-25T13:40:16Z | |
| Issued Date | 2006-05-31 | en |
| Abstract | Background and purpose: Active learning, combined with computer-assisted instruction, can enhance medical students’ performance and learning. This article is an attempt to introduce a new web-based approach to information technology instruction for medical students.Methods: Eight topics were selected to be instructed in Web-based workshops. PHPBB Forum was used for web-based collaborative learning. One oral lecture session was held to make the students familiar with the Forum and their duties. For each topic, groups of 6-9 students had to search the Web, based on a search strategy to find answers for the questions. The students could discuss theirfindings in their group Forum under the supervision of a tutor.Results: Direct (face-to-face) and indirect (Web-based) interactions among students was considerably increased. The students showed greater interest in participating in class activities. Students’ attitude toward Web-based learning was improved.Conclusion: Adding collaborative learning to computer-assisted instruction, along with constant supervision by the tutor, can enhance students’ learning, since they can have free discussion and express their opinions. | en |
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.22037/jme.v9i2.726 | en |
| URI | https://repository.brieflands.com/handle/123456789/45859 | |
| Keyword | Small Group | en |
| Keyword | Information Technology | en |
| Keyword | Web-Based Learning | en |
| Publisher | Brieflands | en |
| Title | A New Approach to Information Technology Instruction for Medical Students | en |
| Type | Research Article | en |