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Using databases in medical education research: AMEE Guide No. 77.
Jennifer Cleland1, Neil Scott, Kirsten Harrild
1Division of Medical and Dental Education, University of Aberdeen, Foresterhill, Aberdeen, UK. jen.cleland@abdn.ac.uk
Medical Teacher
|April 30, 2013
Summary
This guide introduces medical education researchers to using databases for research. It covers data types, database setup, and ethical considerations for effective medical education research.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education Research
- Data Management in Research
Background:
- Medical education research increasingly utilizes databases.
- Researchers new to the field require guidance on database use.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an introductory guide on using databases in medical education research.
- To assist researchers in planning, collecting, managing, and analyzing data.
Main Methods:
- Explains different data types (qualitative, quantitative, categorical).
- Details practicalities of setting up and organizing databases, including anonymization and coding.
- Discusses ethical considerations, confidentiality, and data sources.
Main Results:
- Highlights the strengths and weaknesses of qualitative and quantitative research.
- Illustrates concepts with concrete examples of medical education research.
- Emphasizes similarities and differences in working with various data types and databases.
Conclusions:
- Effective database use is crucial for robust medical education research.
- This guide serves as a foundation for researchers new to database methodologies.
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