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Implementation of a hypertext-based curriculum for emergency medicine on the World Wide Web
1Brown University School of Medicine, Rhode Island Hospital, Department of Emergency Medicine, Providence 02903, USA. daniel_savitt@brown.edu or dale_steele@brown.edu
Summary
This project publishes emergency medicine (EM) educational resources online, featuring hypertext links and user feedback for improved curriculum development and knowledge sharing. The accessible web-based format supports timely updates and global access to EM training materials.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Digital Publishing
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Existing emergency medicine (EM) curricular resources were fragmented and not easily accessible.
- There was a need for a centralized, dynamic platform for EM education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To publish existing EM curricular resources online.
- To create a format allowing hypertext links, timely updates, and end-user feedback.
- To provide a comprehensive resource for EM curriculum development and training.
Main Methods:
- Curricular elements were converted to Hypertext Markup Language (HTML).
- Extensive hypertext links were created between related content.
- A feedback mechanism for end-users was implemented.
Main Results:
- A comprehensive online document was created, including curriculum development guides, subspecialty curricula, reading lists, image banks, and board-type questions.
- The resource is accessible via the World Wide Web.
- Password protection allows for controlled access.
Conclusions:
- The project successfully created a dynamic, accessible online repository for emergency medicine educational resources.
- This platform facilitates continuous improvement of EM curricula through user feedback and updates.
- It serves as a valuable global resource for emergency medicine training and education.