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Education & Educational Research
Mohamed Mortagy, Aya Abdelhameed, Patricia Sexton, Melissa Olken, Mohamed Tharwat Hegazy, Mohammed Abdel Gawad, Fathy Senna, Islam A. Mahmoud, Jaffer Shah, Hani Aiash
Summary: This study aims to characterize the use and perception of online medical education among medical students in Egypt and explore the effectiveness of different e-learning modalities. The results of the survey show that more than half of the students believe online education is not as effective as face-to-face education. However, the hours spent by medical students on online medical education have significantly increased compared to before the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, the majority of students consider recorded video tutorials (e.g., YouTube) to be the most effective form of online medical education.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Review
Education & Educational Research
Rachelle Qi En Toh, Kai Kee Koh, Jun Kiat Lua, Ruth Si Man Wong, Elaine Li Ying Quah, Aiswarya Panda, Chong Yao Ho, Nicole-Ann Lim, Yun Ting Ong, Keith Zi Yuan Chua, Victoria Wen Wei Ng, Sabine Lauren Chyi Hui Wong, Luke Yu Xuan Yeo, Sin Yee See, Jolene Jing Yin Teo, Yaazhini Renganathan, Annelissa Mien Chew Chin, Lalit Kumar Radha Krishna
Summary: This systematic scoping review mapped the current understanding of the 'mentoring umbrella' and its effects on PIF for medical students and physicians in training. The mentoring umbrella was found to shape PIF in three stages, providing a cognitive base of essential knowledge, skills, and professional attitudes which informed thinking, conduct, and opinions in early supervised clinical exposure in Communities of practice (COP). The individualized approach of COPs inculcated desired professional characteristics, goals, values, principles, and beliefs reshaping the individual's identity, while the socialization process ensured their integration into current identities.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Jessica Wilhelm, Spencer Mattingly, Victor H. Gonzalez
Summary: The Covid-19 pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges to the education system worldwide. This study examines the curriculum changes and student performance in an undergraduate cadaver-based laboratory during this educational crisis. Despite improved examination grades, students reported lower levels of learning, confidence, and engagement with the course materials. The loss of access to cadaver-based learning was identified as a major challenge, while flexibility and self-paced learning were seen as positive outcomes of the transition to emergency remote teaching.
ANATOMICAL SCIENCES EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Sermin Metin
Summary: The aim of this pilot study is to support the activity-based unplugged coding and robotic coding skills of children during their preschool period. The study found that activity-based training, integrated with the preschool education curriculum, enhanced the basic coding and robotic coding skills of this group of preschoolers.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Biology
Oier Pedrera, Unai Ortega, Aritz Ruiz-Gonzalez, Jose Ramon Diez Diez, Oihana Barrutia
Summary: Plant Blindness refers to the lack of awareness and knowledge about plants, which is particularly common among secondary students. Despite an increase in understanding biodiversity and plant biology during secondary education, most students still exhibit symptoms of Plant Blindness. This indicates that Plant Blindness is not only related to plants themselves, but also to biodiversity.
JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Damian J. Castanelli, Jennifer M. Weller, Elizabeth Molloy, Margaret Bearman
Summary: The study highlights the importance of trust between trainees and their assessors in workplace-based assessments, as well as the significant influence of the assessor's power on the trainee's learning opportunities and progress. Trust was granted based on how trainees anticipated supervisors would use their power, and trainees were more open to learning when supervisors used their power for their benefit.
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Charles A. Keane, Maheen F. Akhter, Benjamin A. Sarac, Jeffrey E. Janis
Summary: This study investigated the key factors that led to successful matches for applicants from US allopathic medical schools without home integrated plastic surgery residency programs. The results showed that these applicants had similar USMLE scores and research experiences compared to all nationally matched applicants. They optimized their success by utilizing resources at their own institutions and seeking resources at other institutions.
JOURNAL OF SURGICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Olivia A. Erickson, Rebecca B. Cole, Jared M. Isaacs, Silvia Alvarez-Clare, Jonathan Arnold, Allison Augustus-Wallace, Joseph C. Ayoob, Alan Berkowitz, Janet Branchaw, Kevin R. Burgio, Charles H. Cannon, Ruben Michael Ceballos, C. Sarah Cohen, Hilary Coller, Jane Disney, Van A. Doze, Margaret J. Eggers, Stacy Farina, Edwin L. Ferguson, Jeffrey J. Gray, Jean T. Greenberg, Alexander Hoffmann, Danielle Jensen-Ryan, Robert M. Kao, Alex C. Keene, Johanna E. Kowalko, Steven A. Lopez, Camille Mathis, Mona Minkara, Courtney J. Murren, Mary Jo Ondrechen, Patricia Ordonez, Anne Osano, Elizabeth Padilla-Crespo, Soubantika Palchoudhury, Hong Qin, Juan Ramirez-Lugo, Jennifer Reithel, Colin A. Shaw, Amber Smith, Rosemary Smith, Adam P. Summers, Fern Tsien, Erin L. Dolan
Summary: This paragraph describes the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on undergraduate research programs in the United States and the implementation of remote undergraduate research programs in the life sciences. Through surveys and discussions, the strengths, weaknesses, and recommendations for improvement of these programs were identified. Despite coinciding with a peak in awareness of racial inequities and structural racism, students reported lower focus on these topics.
CBE-LIFE SCIENCES EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Juliana Barros de Oliveira Kubrusly Sobral, Danilo Lopes Ferreira Lima, Hermano Alexandre Lima Rocha, Elias Silveira de Brito, Lara Hannyella Goveia Duarte, Loren Beatriz Bastos Braga Bento, Marcos Kubrusly
Summary: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many medical schools have implemented distance learning, which may lead to "Zoom fatigue". This study found significant differences in the prevalence and symptoms of "Zoom fatigue" among students using different teaching methods.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Sylvain Gautier, Domitille Luyt, Benjamin Davido, Marie Herr, Thomas Cardot, Anne Rousseau, Djillali Annane, Elisabeth Delarocque-Astagneau, Loic Josseran
Summary: This study investigates vaccine hesitancy among healthcare students in France and its associated factors. The results show that vaccine hesitancy among healthcare students is high, with significant differences between different training courses. Women are more hesitant, while students who have completed internships during the epidemic and those who have downloaded the mobile contact-tracing app are less hesitant.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Review
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Ju Yoen Lee
Summary: In late 2022, the emergence of the highly skilled artificial intelligence chatbot, ChatGPT, caused a major sensation in academia. The chatbot displayed both impressive writing abilities and the ability to deceive, leading researchers to include it as a co-author of their academic papers. However, leading journals Nature and Science stated that AI chatbots cannot be recognized as authors in their published papers. The current legal system does not consider AI-generated text as copyrighted work, making it impossible for AI chatbots to claim authorship. Despite their advanced capabilities, AI chatbots like ChatGPT still lack the accountability required to be recognized as authors from an ethical standpoint.
JOURNAL OF EDUCATIONAL EVALUATION FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS
(2023)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Shaun Andersen, Genesis Leon, Deepal Patel, Cynthia Lee, Edward Simanton
Summary: The study found significant differences in academic performance and learning experiences of 2024 medical students during the COVID-19 pandemic compared to previous cohorts. Their exam scores were not as high as previous students, they studied more at home, and their mental health and relationships were significantly lower rated.
MEDICAL SCIENCE EDUCATOR
(2022)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Bilge Kalanlar
Summary: This study investigates the characteristics of distance nursing education during the COVID-19 pandemic, the views of nursing students on online education, the difficulties experienced by nursing educators, and their suggestions for nursing education. The survey findings show that distance education in nursing has taken different forms across countries, and both educators and students have encountered various challenges during this process. The study provides valuable insights for nursing educators considering or already implementing distance education, as well as educational institutions seeking to address potential issues.
NURSE EDUCATION TODAY
(2022)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Daniel Michaeli, Gregory Keough, Francisco Perez-Dominguez, Francisca Polanco-Ilabaca, Fernanda Pinto-Toledo, Julia Michaeli, Sebastian Albers, Jadi Achiardi, Valeria Santana, Chiara Urnelli, Yoshihiro Sawaguchi, Perla Rodriguez, Monica Maldonado, Zaheer Raffeeq, Otavio de Araujo Madeiros, Thomas Michaeli
Summary: This study investigated the experience of medical students in nine countries with medical education and their mental and physical health during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study found that academic teaching shifted to virtual or hybrid environments, and bedside teaching was suspended or cancelled. Students were equally satisfied with different teaching modalities, but experienced worsened mental and physical health. The number of daily screen hours was positively associated with mental health issues (depressed mood, insomnia) and headaches.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Michelle L. Kovarik, Betty Cristina Galarreta, Peter J. Mahon, Daniel A. McCurry, Aren E. Gerdon, Steven M. Collier, Marjorie E. Squires
Summary: The survey of 322 analytical chemistry instructors in Spring 2021 revealed that most courses require students to take two analytical chemistry courses, with over 80% also requiring an analytical lab course. Calibration methods were rated as the most important topic, with many other key topics being taught in required courses and hands-on laboratories.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Peter Vinnervik
Summary: This article explores the challenges faced by teachers in implementing the new curriculum in Sweden. Through group conversations and data collection, the study reveals several potential challenges, such as uncertainty about subject content, unequal professional development opportunities, lack of teaching materials, and issues with school IT infrastructure. The research aims to provide knowledge about teachers' concerns and needs, and understand their strategies in approaching the introduction of programming into the curriculum. The findings highlight the complexity of curriculum reform implementation and have implications for decision makers and teacher training providers.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Jill B. Hamilton, Nakia C. Best, Tara A. Barney, Valarie C. Worthy, Nichole R. Phillips
Summary: African American breast cancer survivors manage psychological distress through increased engagement in religious activities, relying on God for protection, finding joy and courage from gospel music and scripture, and finding meaning through spirituality. Despite the physical distancing requirements during COVID-19, spirituality remains an important resource for managing emotional stressors.
JOURNAL OF CANCER EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Maria Gerusa Brito Aragao, Francisco Isaac Fernandes Gomes, Leticia Pinho Maia Paixao-de-Melo, Silmara Aparecida Milori Corona
Summary: This study evaluated the knowledge and perceptions of Brazilian dental students about COVID-19, finding that students were able to identify key information but struggled in recognizing the name of the virus responsible for the pandemic. Most students correctly identified measures to prevent COVID-19 spread in the dental office, but there were variations in perceptions about COVID-19 among students. Student knowledge and perceptions were associated with the type of institution and year of enrollment.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF DENTAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Nishita Gadi, Saman Saleh, Jo-Anne Johnson, Aaron Trinidade
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a negative impact on the lifestyles, behaviors, mental health, and education of healthcare students. Adjustments and changes in diet, exercise, sleep, and appetite were reported, along with excessive worrying, inability to stop worrying, and difficulty relaxing. The implementation of online education also faced challenges such as decreased learning outcomes, concerns about practical skills, and worries about the future career due to COVID-19. Students showed a high level of support for online teaching.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Joshua D. Edwards, Ramon S. Barthelemy, Regina F. Frey
Summary: Students' social belonging in a general chemistry course is crucial for their academic performance and retention in STEM fields, and it can change in response to course performance. This study reveals the recursive mechanism between social belonging and course performance, emphasizing the importance of implementing inclusive interventions continuously throughout the course.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
