Teaching Diagnostic Decision Making: Student Evaluation of a Diagnosis Unit

Comparison of chiropractic student scores before and after utilizing active learning techniques in a classroom setting

“…55 Academic performance reportedly was improved by using a structured self-study guide, classroom clinical simulations, course management software-based learning, and self-assessment tasks in another study. 56 Collaborative testing is another method that has shown statistically significant increases in course performance, attitudes of confidence, and critical thinking in students. 57,58 Finally, Good reported that writing case reports was an example of independent, self-directed learning that improved clinical reasoning, the ability to integrate information, and use of the literature to support patient care.…”

The Digital Bridge: A Boomer's View of Course Management Software in the Gen Y Classroom

“…by using a combination of different teaching/learning formats it is possible to provide active learning opportunities in which exposure to factual information takes place in a variety of clinically relevant scenarios." 19 Often research on the use of information technology in education focuses on comparing completely Web-based instruction, or computerassisted instruction (CAI), with traditional face-toface didactic instruction. Some of this research, as discussed by Rose, has had mixed results.…”

Diagnostic Imaging Practice Guidelines for Musculoskeletal Complaints in Adults—An Evidence-Based Approach: Introduction

“…185 Teaching diagnostic decision making in this way may also be a viable alternative to traditional teaching formats in undergraduate programs. 186 It is also recommended that conferences and seminars be designed to include several healthcare providers, thereby giving a comprehensive presentation on each topic. 20…”