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Distance learning technologies in the training of psychiatry residents: a critical assessment
Douglas A Walter1, Peter B Rosenquist, Gary Bawtinhimer
1Natchez Regional Medical Center, Seniors Behavioral Health Program, Natchez, Mississippi 39120, USA. bigskyman@hotmail.com
Objective:
The advent of videoconferencing technology has created opportunities to pool educational resources across different training programs.
Methods:
The authors surveyed participants and presenters in a seminar series utilizing interactive video-conferencing and a web-based course management system.
Results:
Trainees with access to high-speed real-time connections rated their experience more highly compared with those who used slower web streaming technology, particularly with regard to the sound quality.
Conclusions:
Specific recommendations on optimizing the use of video-conferencing and web-based course management tools in the training of residents are offered.
