A Video-Based Introductory EEG Curriculum for Neurology Residents and Other EEG Learners

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Neurology
• Neurophysiology

Background:

• Standardized formal education in electroencephalography (EEG) is challenging due to time constraints and limited access to expert educators.
• Video-based miniature lectures offer a scalable solution for teaching foundational EEG principles.
• This approach supports learning during neurology residency rotations focused on EEG and epilepsy.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and evaluate a video-based curriculum for teaching electroencephalography (EEG) to neurology residents.
• To assess the utility and effectiveness of short, accessible video lectures in a residency setting.

Main Methods:

• A curriculum of 10 short (6-17 minute) EEG videos was created, aligned with Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education Neurology Milestones.
• Neurology residents on EEG/epilepsy rotations reviewed the videos and applied learned concepts during EEG reading sessions.
• A post-rotation survey evaluated resident engagement and perceived usefulness of the video curriculum.

Main Results:

• Twenty-one residents participated; 15 completed the survey, with 71% watching all videos and 87% watching at least half.
• All respondents used videos for initial learning, and half revisited them as refreshers.
• Nearly all agreed the videos were useful, aided understanding of difficult EEG concepts, and would recommend the curriculum.

Conclusions:

• Video-based learning effectively complements existing electroencephalography (EEG) curricula.
• This method provides accessible, standardized foundational knowledge for learners when and where needed.
• The approach is highly recommended by residents for improving EEG education.