NEJM Knowledge+ Question of the Week: A Novel Virtual Learning Community Effectively Utilizing an Online Discussion Forum

Healy, Michael; Traeger, Lara; Axelsson, Carl Gustaf Stefan; Wongsirimeteekul, Praelada; Hamnvik, Ole-Petter R; Ryan, Catherine Tomeo; Akresh-Gonzales, Josette; O'Rourke, Matthew; Phitayakorn, Roy

doi:10.1080/0142159x.2019.1635685

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“…The anticipated benefits of integrating virtual CoPs into medical education are notable, as a number of studies have already suggested that they are effective for disseminating knowledge, enhancing social learning, and aiding with professional development. 7,[20][21][22][23] These virtual CoPs continue to evolve, however, and further research is warranted to clarify how best to utilize them in medical education and professional societies.…”

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“…Some strategies include use of chat functions in videoconferences (to promote further dialogue) and development of dedicated sessions for specific subgroups or aims (eg, professional mentorship). The anticipated benefits of integrating virtual CoPs into medical education are notable, as a number of studies have already suggested that they are effective for disseminating knowledge, enhancing social learning, and aiding with professional development 7,20‐23 . These virtual CoPs continue to evolve, however, and further research is warranted to clarify how best to utilize them in medical education and professional societies.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Medical Communities Go Virtual

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Section: Benefits Of Virtual Communitiesmentioning

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Medical Communities Go Virtual

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Ganeshan

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Journal of Hospital Medicine

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“…The "Open Book Exams" is implemented nowadays to reduce students' anxiety as well as help them utilize their abilities and knowledge and have a positive attitude toward exams (Gujral and Gupta, 2015). According to the findings of a study conducted by Healy et al (2019), most students find OBEs to be less stressful as compared to closed-book exams (CBEs). The researchers further stated that OBEs focus more on problem-solving skills rather than a recall of facts.…”

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The attitudes of Jordanian English language and literature undergraduate students toward open-book exams

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IntroductionThe paper aims to investigate the attitudes of English Language and Literature students toward implementing the open-book exam in literature courses.MethodsThe research applied a mixed-method approach. The researchers interviewed five undergraduate students enrolled in the American Literature course for the qualitative part. In contrast, the research includes the results of 62 questionnaires for the quantitative part. Moreover, a survey questionnaire was developed by the researchers to collect data concerning the participants’ attitudes toward OBEs.ResultsThe study found a positive attitude toward OBEs. Moreover, the study participants demonstrated that OBEs reduce stress levels that occur during exams in general. A statistical representation of the findings showed that the sample students have a positive attitude in relation to this unconventional assessment protocol.DiscussionOBEs should be allowed more space in academic institutions since today’s world does not depend on the amount of information a job applicant deposits in his memory. What matters is the person possesses enough high-order thinking abilities and skills like problem-solving.

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