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Web-based pathology education
1Department of Pathology, University of Utah, Salt Lake City 84132, USA.
Objective:
To develop and present computer-aided instructional resources via the Internet, intranets, and desktop computers to augment pathology education.
Design:
World Wide Web sites available via Internet access and a CD-ROM for intranets.
Setting:
The University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City.
Results:
A comprehensive set of gross and microscopic images with text, along with interactive examination questions, has been developed and placed on World Wide Web servers. A CD-ROM has been developed for use with intranets and individual desktop computers.
Conclusions:
Web-based delivery of computer-aided instruction is an efficient means of enhancing courses for students studying pathology. Both Internet and CD-ROM delivery of educational resources provide flexible access to study materials. Teaching faculty can easily generate and edit web-based materials for efficient resource management. Student performance has been enhanced.