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Magdalena Pasarica1, Monica Bailey2, Juan C Cendán2
1Family Medicine, University of Central Florida College of Medicine, Orlando, USA.
Cureus
|April 3, 2019
Summary
Establishing an online medical journal increased student scholarly interest and publication output. The journal provided vital opportunities for students to engage in peer-reviewed research and authorship.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Scholarly Publishing
Background:
- Institutions increasingly focus on fostering student scholarship.
- Online medical journals offer accessible platforms for academic dissemination.
Discussion:
- The establishment of an institutional online medical journal aimed to enhance publication opportunities.
- Promoting a culture of scholarship among students was a key objective.
Key Insights:
- A notable increase in the proportion of students reporting authorship of peer-reviewed publications was observed.
- This suggests a positive impact on students' scholarly engagement and research output.
Outlook:
- Continued support for institutional journals can further cultivate student scholarship.
- Future research could explore the long-term impact on academic careers.
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