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Developing and Measuring Effectiveness of a Distance Learning Dermatology Course: A Prospective Observational Study
1Department of Dermatology, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, Maryland.
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|June 6, 2022
Summary
Online distance learning (DL) effectively maintained medical education during COVID-19. A study found students retained information and felt confident applying dermatology course objectives after 3 months of e-learning.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Dermatology
- E-learning
Background:
- COVID-19 pandemic necessitated shifts in medical training.
- Clinical rotations were replaced by online learning and telehealth.
- Institutions adopted e-learning to meet educational goals.
Purpose of the Study:
- Evaluate short-term information recall and comprehension in an online dermatology course.
- Assess student confidence in applying course objectives after distance learning.
- Determine the efficacy of e-learning as a substitute for traditional clinical rotations.
Main Methods:
- Prospective study design.
- Online distance learning (DL) dermatology course.
- Evaluation of information recall, comprehension, and student confidence over 3 months.
Main Results:
- Positive results reported for information recall and comprehension.
- Students demonstrated increased confidence in applying course objectives.
- E-learning proved a viable alternative for medical education delivery.
Conclusions:
- Online distance learning is an effective method for medical education.
- E-learning can successfully substitute for clinical rotations.
- Students maintain confidence and knowledge retention through virtual learning environments.
