Abstract
E-learning has been established in the education and training of physicians in various types: linear sequential and hypertextual forms of multimedia presentations and texts, tutorial systems and simulations. Case-based e-learning systems are of special importance in medicine because they allow for mediation of process and practical knowledge by presentation of authentic medical cases in a simulative environment. The integration into the medical education and advanced professional training is crucial for the long-term success of e-learning; in case-based systems this can be accomplished by blended learning approaches which combine elements of traditional teaching with e-learning. Learning management systems (LMS) support integration of traditional teaching and e-learning by serving as an organizational platform for content of teaching. Further, they provide means of communication for trainers and trainees, authoring tools, interactive components, course management and role-based sharing concept. The dissemination of e-learning can be fostered by attention to requirements and user analysis, early adoption to organizational structures, curricular integration and continuous cooperation with students. Summarized, didactical and organizational aspects determine the success of our own e-learning offers as well as they influence the general further development of e-learning more than technical features.
Translated title of the contribution | E-learning in the education and training of physicians. Methods, results, evaluation |
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Original language | German |
Pages (from-to) | 405-411 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Bundesgesundheitsblatt - Gesundheitsforschung - Gesundheitsschutz |
Volume | 49 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - May 2006 |
Externally published | Yes |