Teaching doctors how to diagnose paroxysmal events: a comparison of two educational methods

Abstract

The computerised tutorial more effectively imparted knowledge immediately post-teaching. However, facilitated case discussion is the preferred modality in terms of participant enjoyment and perceived usefulness.

Teaching paediatric epilepsy to medical students: A randomised crossover trial

“…Supporting previous research, 2–5 we have shown computerised tutorial to be as effective as face‐to‐face teaching in promoting knowledge acquisition 6 . In contrast to others who used multiple choice questioning to evaluate learning, 2–5 our research employed a comprehensive score based on history taking to assess knowledge, mimicking the clinical consultation.…”

“…Farrar et al. 6 showed that medical staff recorded facilitated case discussion as a more enjoyable and effective teaching modality. Students in the current study also rated the interactive lecture more engaging, enjoyable and effective in teaching observation and clinical reasoning skills.…”

Video-based training improves the accuracy of seizure diagnosis

“…The lack of use of PNES videos may be due to ethical concerns on posting these videos on the web. A related method is computerised tutorials, but these methods have not been designed to aid visual diagnosis of ES and PNES 26 27…”

Evaluation of an E‐learning resource on approach to the first unprovoked seizure

“… Self‐rated measures of confidence regarding clinical approach to the child with a first unprovoked seizure and satisfaction with instruction were administered pre‐ and post‐teaching based upon scales previously used in other studies . A series of statements was presented with responses entered on a 5‐point Likert‐type scale ranging from 1 ( strongly disagree ) to 5 ( strongly agree ).…”