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MEDTUTOR: a microcomputer-based training program for MEDLINE.

M L Perkins1, M L Spann, P C Buchan

  • 1National Library of Medicine, Bethesda, Maryland 20894.

Bulletin of the Medical Library Association
|April 1, 1989
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MEDTUTOR is an interactive training package that teaches effective MEDLINE database searching for health professionals and information specialists. This cost-effective tool allows users to learn and practice MEDLINE commands at their own pace.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Informatics
  • Information Science

Background:

  • Effective use of the MEDLINE database is crucial for medical and health professionals.
  • Librarians and information specialists also require proficiency in database searching.
  • Existing training methods may be costly or inconvenient.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce MEDTUTOR, an interactive microcomputer-based training package.
  • To provide a comprehensive resource for learning MEDLINE commands and search techniques.
  • To offer a flexible and accessible learning solution for diverse user groups.

Main Methods:

  • MEDTUTOR utilizes a menu-driven design for user-friendly navigation.
  • The package facilitates learning at the user's own pace with program feedback.
  • It covers essential MEDLINE search features like author searching, text word searching, and MeSH indexing.

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Main Results:

  • Novice users can effectively learn MEDLINE content and usage.
  • Skilled searchers can reinforce or recall techniques without incurring online charges.
  • MEDTUTOR serves as a cost-effective and accessible training alternative.

Conclusions:

  • MEDTUTOR offers an efficient and affordable method for mastering MEDLINE searching.
  • The training package supports both initial learning and ongoing skill reinforcement.
  • It enhances the ability of professionals and specialists to utilize the MEDLINE database.