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Problem-Solving Before Instruction PS-I: A Protocol for Assessment and Intervention in Students with Different Abilities
Published on: September 11, 2021
The freedom to teach (at the best).
Michael Hortsch1,2, Krista Rompolski3
1Department of Cell and Developmental Biology, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.
Biomedical education is evolving with technology, shifting from traditional lectures to online and hybrid models. Educators must weigh the pros and cons of each approach to best serve diverse student needs.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Education
- Educational Technology
Background:
- Traditional lecture-style presentations face criticism for one-way information transfer.
- Biomedical education has incorporated novel didactic strategies and technology over decades.
- Technological advancements enable lecture recording and online distribution for synchronous or asynchronous access.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the advantages and disadvantages of different lecture delivery models in biomedical education.
- To address the decision-making process for educational institutions regarding lecture formats post-pandemic.
Main Methods:
- Review of current trends in biomedical education delivery.
- Discussion of the implications of technology on lecture formats.
- Analysis of hybrid, in-person, and online lecture models.
Main Results:
- The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated a rapid shift to online lecture formats.
- Various lecture delivery models (in-person, online, hybrid) present distinct benefits and drawbacks.
- No single 'best solution' exists for all educational contexts and learner needs.
Conclusions:
- Educational institutions must carefully consider learner, educator, and institutional needs when selecting lecture formats.
- The integration of technology in biomedical education requires ongoing evaluation of delivery strategies.
- A blended approach may offer a flexible solution to accommodate diverse educational requirements.
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