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Additional resources for medical student educators: an annotated review
1Mt. Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA. mtsjc44@yahoo.com
Summary
Medical educators can enhance teaching methods using online resources, professional organizations, and distance learning programs. These avenues offer valuable insights into adult learning, curriculum development, and effective teaching techniques for medical and resident physicians.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Faculty Development
- Instructional Design
Background:
- Medical educators require continuous improvement in teaching methodologies.
- Existing resources for enhancing medical instruction are diverse and accessible.
- Online platforms and professional bodies support medical education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline available resources for improving medical student instruction.
- To highlight methods for reinforcing medical concepts.
- To inform educators about professional development opportunities.
Main Methods:
- Review of internet-based teaching resources.
- Identification of professional associations in medical education.
- Exploration of distance learning programs and fellowships.
- Analysis of online modules for faculty development.
Main Results:
- Numerous internet sites offer specific teaching strategies for emergency medicine.
- Professional organizations provide targeted support for medical educators and residents.
- Distance learning and online modules cover adult learning, curriculum, and evaluation.
- Fellowships and professional development facilitate skill enhancement and knowledge exchange.
Conclusions:
- A variety of resources exist to support medical educators.
- Online resources, professional development, and distance learning are key to improving teaching.
- Continuous engagement with these resources can enhance faculty acclimation to academic medicine.