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  • Medical Education
  • Educational Technology

Background:

  • Medical students utilize external resources like Anki for efficient learning.
  • Anki, a flashcard program, uses spaced repetition to enhance knowledge retention.
  • Limited research exists on Anki usage patterns and perceptions in medical education.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine Anki usage patterns among medical students.
  • To explore student perceptions of Anki's effectiveness and integration into daily life.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was administered to first-year medical students at the University of Central Florida.
  • The survey included demographic data, Likert scale questions, and questions on Anki usage and perceptions.
  • Quantitative analysis involved descriptive statistics and correlation tests.

Main Results:

  • 94% of students are Anki users, viewing it as a key study strategy.
  • Most users prefer pre-made, fill-in-the-blank cards and believe Anki boosts productivity and module success.
  • Anki use extended to daily activities, with a correlation between Anki use and perceived success.

Conclusions:

  • Anki is widely adopted by medical students as a significant study tool.
  • Educators can use these findings to optimize Anki implementation and guide students on best practices.
  • Further research is needed to understand students' specific reasons for Anki usage.