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[Computer-assisted instruction in medicine: a multicenter evaluation study in 7 German language media resource
M R Fischer1, J W Dietrich, M Maleck
1Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, AG Instruct, Medizinische Klinik am Klinikum Innenstadt. fischer@medinn.med.uni-muenchen.de
Gesundheitswesen (Bundesverband Der Arzte Des Offentlichen Gesundheitsdienstes (Germany))
|July 14, 2000
Summary
Computer-based instruction (CBI) in medicine is underutilized, with less than 10% of medical students in German-speaking countries using these programs. The study highlights poor integration of CBI into medical curricula.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Health Informatics
Background:
- Computer-based instruction (CBI) offers potential benefits for medical education.
- Integration of CBI into medical curricula remains a challenge globally.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the current use and integration of CBI applications in medical education within German-speaking countries.
- To identify factors influencing successful CBI integration.
Main Methods:
- A multicentre study (EVA) involving seven computer resource centres (CRCs) across three German-speaking nations.
- Analysis of 618 user questionnaires, 7 CRC structural data questionnaires, and 34 Macintosh workstation log-protocols.
- Data collection occurred over a six-month period.
Main Results:
- Less than 10% of medical students in the studied region currently utilize CBI programs.
- The integration of CBI into medical curricula is currently poor.
- Structural and process data were gathered on CBI usage.
Conclusions:
- Significant underutilization of CBI in medical education in German-speaking countries.
- Further efforts are needed to improve the integration of CBI into medical curricula.
- The study provides insights into current CBI adoption rates and challenges.