Informatization of the educational process, in general, and the educational system of the higher educational establishments, in particular, is one of the most significant tasks of restructuring and shaping the education system in accordance with society requirements. Educational institutions nowadays have an opportunity to disseminate new material in a way that responds to the unique needs of each student thanks to using computer networks and online technologies. The purpose of the academic paper is to identify and provide a brief assessment of the primary trends in implementing information technologies in higher educational institutions (HEIs) in terms of the specifics of their application in the educational process. Methodology. In the course of the research, analytical and bibliographic methods. At the same time, induction, deduction, analysis, synthesis of information, system-structural, comparative, logical-linguistic methods, abstraction, and idealization were applied to study and process data. By the way, the research authors also conducted a questionnaire in online mode. Results. Based on the research results, the primary and most significant theoretical aspects of using information tools in higher educational institutions, as well as the standpoints of scientists and heads of departments of higher educational institutions on key aspects of the issue outlined.
AimsRecently, global-remote group studying has been made possible via digital video conferencing platforms. In preparation for the December 2020 MRCPsych part A exam, a study group was formed comprising 30 International Medical Gaduates (IMG) logging-in from different countries via 3 hour Zoom-study sessions hosted daily from 28th September until 12th December 2020 (1800-2100 GMT time). This study demonstrates the impact of online group study in preparation for the MRCPsych A exam for s via data collected through questionnaires.MethodThe data of the study were collected through the questionnaires given to the group study members containing a total of 17 questions, 5 of which were open-ended.The participants totalled 30 International Doctors who responded to an advertisement to form an online study group on Facebook. They logged-in for the sessions from seven different countries: Malaysia, India, Bangladesh, Ireland, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, and the United Kingdom. The participants represented different working grades incuding experiences in psychiatry ranging from 0 to 5 years.Data were analysed using percentage. The answers given to the open-ended questions were each examined using descriptive interpretation methods.ResultThematic analysis demonstrated that online group study made learning faster and easier. 96.6% support using online study sessions for future exams citing that they fostered cooperation, respect for diverse opinions and motivation for regular studying. 93.1% and partly 6.9% found the experience enjoyable and enabled the cultivation of different ideas. Indeed, 89.7% relied on it as a big part of their preparation with 26 saying it contributed to their passing of the exam success.Almost three quarter of participants in the group also forged friendships and a sense of trust. It also became a platform for expressing opinions comfortably and developing communication and interpersonal skills.Different working hours and time zones represented a challenge with most linking in at odd hours. Cultural differences were ultimately accepted including aspects of delivery of information which made a few participants appear abrupt.ConclusionWith the ease in which social media connects us on a global scale, online study groups connecting IMGs from various backgrounds and diverse cultures not only makes exam preparations stimulating and easier to pass but also fosters interpersonal skills and connections that would be an asset in the long run.
In this report we present Russian norms for 500 general knowledge questions in True-False format. The questions cover the topics of Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Culture and Sports. For each of the questions we report accuracy and confidence.
AimsThis audit was to assess and improve the organizational efficiency of referrals to Inverness Sector A Outpatient Service. The referrals were audited to measure the average waiting time from referral to first offered outpatient appointment and to assess the proportion of patients waiting longer than 12 weeks.MethodThe audit included routine referrals to the CMHT Inverness Sector A, NHS Highland from GP practices: Kingsmills, Burnfield, Riverside, Fairfield, Foyers and Drumnadrochit Medical Practices. The number of referrals and the number and proportion of clients given appointments for assessments were calculated. Referrals were received directly from primary care and the Mental Health Liaison Team or following Out of Hours contacts at the Mental Health Assessment Team.Data were collected retrospectively: referrals from 1 Jan 2020–31 Aug 2020. Sample size came to 160 patients aged 16–65 years. Data were collected via review of recorded documentation on the NHSH electronic patient record systems (SCIstore), from 5th–25th January 2021.Result160 patients (male 82, female 78) were referred from 1 Jan to 1 Sept 2020. Of these, 140 (87.5%) were given an appointment for an assessment. The mean waiting time was 12 weeks for 103 patients (64%), with 57 patients (36%) waiting longer than 13 weeks. The bimodal distribution of waiting times prompted an analysis of those with longer waiting times. In some instances, appointments were delayed because patients either did not attend (DNA) or cancelled their appointments. Reasons for delays included: postponement until further information was available; cancellation of meetings or patients DNA. In 20 cases (12.5%), the referrals deemed inadequate, prompting further liaison with the referrer for clarification about the nature of the problem and previous psychological interventions.ConclusionThe number of transactions (any amendment to a patient record) was higher than the number of patients affected, as several transactions can relate to one patients’ record.Most referrals are vetted in advance via the daily Inverness triage huddle. Ways of improving the quality of information provided by referrers would be explored.On receipt of each referral, the date of the 12 week deadline would be calculated and highlighted in a database.The cross-sector (Highland wide) standardisation will add clarity about medical capacity, that does not involve use of excessive clinician time.
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