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MEDLEARN:an orientation to MEDLINE.

P Soben, C S Tidball

Bulletin of the Medical Library Association

|April 1, 1974

Summary

MEDLEARN, an orientation to MEDLINE, trains biomedical professionals in online searching. This flexible, interactive program with simulations and a manual received favorable evaluations at multiple medical centers.

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Area of Science:

Biomedical Informatics
Medical Education Technology

Background:

Effective online searching of biomedical literature is crucial for healthcare professionals.
MEDLINE is a primary database for biomedical information, requiring specialized search skills.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce MEDLEARN, an educational program designed to enhance proficiency in MEDLINE online searching.
To provide a flexible and interactive learning experience for the biomedical community.

Main Methods:

MEDLEARN utilizes a dual-format approach: an interactive terminal presentation and a comprehensive hard-copy manual.
The program is modular, comprising forty sections adaptable to user experience levels.
Includes MEDLINE simulations and feedback mechanisms to reinforce learning.

Main Results:

The orientation program was evaluated across several medical centers.
Evaluations yielded uniformly favorable results, indicating program effectiveness.

Conclusions:

MEDLEARN successfully equips biomedical community members with essential online searching skills for MEDLINE.
The program's flexible design and interactive elements contribute to its favorable reception and effectiveness.

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