Modern Learning: How Today’s Obstetrics and Gynecology Residents Gain Knowledge [2I]

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Little is known about OB-GYN residents’ habits or preferences with regard to self-education. We investigated current resident learning behaviors and preferences, as well as attitudes towards podcasting as an educational tool. METHODS: A 28 question survey was generated to query resident self-education generally and genetics education specifically. An invitation to complete the online survey was sent to all ACGME Program Directors, asking them to forward the survey to their residents. Data was collected and analyzed using Qualtrics Software. RESULTS: 195 residents from 51/292 (17.5%) programs participated in the study. Average age was 28.9 years (SD 2.3 years), 85% were female, 13% were male. Half of residents (51%) reported spending between three and five hours a week on self-directed learning activities, excluding lectures, with 31% spending even less time, between zero and two hours. Residents reported they most commonly used UptoDate (129, 66%), Google (121, 62%), and Guidelines/Practice Bulletins (100, 43%) for learning. Guidelines and Practice Bulletins were considered very helpful for learning by 86% (167/195) followed by UpToDate (151, 77%). Only 35% (70) found textbooks helpful. A majority of residents reported they would be very likely to complete residency curriculum podcasts lasting 10 minutes (78%) or 20 minutes (63%). Residents would listen to podcasts while commuting to work (142, 78%), doing household chores (104, 53%), or exercising (50%). CONCLUSION: Residents spend five hours or less on self-education per week, and prefer concise, easily accessible learning modalities. Podcasts may be a useful educational tool for the modern OB-GYN resident.

Learning Through Listening: A Scoping Review of Podcast Use in Medical Education

“…We assessed 161 full-text articles for eligibility and excluded 99 (see Figure 1). A total of 62 articles met inclusion criteria, 2,3,5,6,13–70 the earliest of which was published in 2007. 52 A summary of the outcomes of each of the included articles is available in Supplemental Digital Appendix 2 at http://links.lww.com/ACADMED/B218.…”

“…The majority of included studies (n = 44) described the use, availability, and accessibility of podcasts (e.g., number of residents who listen to podcasts, incorporation into medical curricula, ideal podcast length). 2,3,5,6,13,16,17,19,22,24,25,27,29–31,33–36,38–41,43–45,48–50,52–62,65,66,68,69 Many included studies (n = 38) assessed educational outcomes (e.g., learner reactions, knowledge retention, behavior change). 3,6,13-15,17,18,20,21,23-26,28,32,33,36-38,40-42,44-48,51,53,54,57,60,63-65,67,68,70 Some studies reported only descriptive outcomes (n = 24), 2,5,16,19,22,27,29–31,34,35,39,43,49,50,52,55,56,58,59,61,62,66,69 or only educational outcomes (n = 18).…”

“…2,3,5,6,13,16,17,19,22,24,25,27,29–31,33–36,38–41,43–45,48–50,52–62,65,66,68,69 Many included studies (n = 38) assessed educational outcomes (e.g., learner reactions, knowledge retention, behavior change). 3,6,13-15,17,18,20,21,23-26,28,32,33,36-38,40-42,44-48,51,53,54,57,60,63-65,67,68,70 Some studies reported only descriptive outcomes (n = 24), 2,5,16,19,22,27,29–31,34,35,39,43,49,50,52,55,56,58,59,61,62,66,69 or only educational outcomes (n = 18). 14,15,18,20,21,23,26,28,32,37,42,46,47,51,63,64,67,70…”

“…Audiences at all levels of training (medical students, residents, fellows, and independent physicians) appreciate that medical education podcasts offer flexible learning opportunities that they can participate in while engaged in other activities. 6,25,32,38,40,46 Learners also value the autonomy of podcasts, including how podcasts give them freedom to review a desired topic at a time and place that is convenient for them, move at their own pace, and repeat content. 36,39,64 Podcasts offer efficient learning that is “quick and concise” and “straight to the point.” 64 Most pediatric residents (92%) in a 2020 study noted podcasts make it easier for them to find time to study.…”

“…The majority of included studies (n = 44) described the use, availability, and accessibility of podcasts (e.g., number of residents who listen to podcasts, incorporation into medical curricula, ideal podcast length). 2,3,5,6,13,16,17,19,22,24,25,27,[29][30][31][33][34][35][36][38][39][40][41][43][44][45][48][49][50][52][53][54][55][56][57][58][59][60][61][62]65,66,68,69 Many included studies (n = 38) assessed educational outcomes (e.g., learner reactions, knowledge retention, behavior change). 3,6,[13][14][15]17,18,20,…”