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Monchai Phonlakrai1, Kittiphong Zengkeaw2, Nannapat Nuangchamnong3
1Radiological Technology School, Faculty of Health Science Technology, HRH Princess Chulabhorn College of Medical Science, Chulabhorn Royal Academy, Bangkok, 10210, Thailand.
Background:
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) education is crucial in the undergraduate radiological technology curriculum. Traditional approaches, such as lectures and observation, are insufficient for enhancing student understanding. Educational tools dedicated to MRI learning are needed to improve students' knowledge and comprehension.
Objectives:
To develop an application for MRI learning via smartphones, and to assess students' satisfaction with the application and its effectiveness as a self-learning tool for radiological technology students.
Methods:
The MRI learning application was developed using the Thunkable platform, covering MRI theory, equipment, pulse sequences, parameters, MRI safety, and artifacts. Seventy-three undergraduate radiological technology students were recruited and divided into app-users (n = 37) and non-users (n = 36). Pre- and post-tests, comprising 20 multiple-choice questions, were created and utilized to assess the effectiveness of the application. Pre- and post-test scores were then analyzed and compared between the two groups using a student's t-test. Finally, user satisfaction with the MRI learning application was assessed using a questionnaire with a five-point Likert scale.
Results:
The mean pre-test and post-test scores for the app-users group were 12.65 ± 3.24 and 13.95 ± 3.41, respectively, while those for the non-users group were 12.94 ± 2.99 and 13.94 ± 2.74, respectively. The mean post-test score was significantly increased after using the MRI learning application (P = 0.01). However, there was no significant difference in the mean scores of the pre- and post-tests between the two groups. All participants expressed a high level of satisfaction with the application (4.32 ± 0.11 points).
Conclusion:
The developed smartphone application for MRI learning has the potential to enhance students' knowledge. The survey results indicated a high level of satisfaction among users. Thus, the MRI learning application could serve as an alternative tool for radiological technology students seeking to deepen their understanding of MRI-related subjects.
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