Stirrat Thomas, Martin Robert, Umair Muhammad, Waller Joseph
Georgetown University School of Medicine, Georgetown, United States.
Inspira Medical Center, Mullica Hill, United States.
Pol J Radiol. 2024 Oct 22;89:e508-e516. doi: 10.5114/pjr/193518. eCollection 2024.
This study evaluates diverse educational resources to address the gaps in diagnostic radiology education for medical students, aiming to identify tools that enhance theoretical knowledge and practical diagnostic skills. Employing a multi-faceted review, we analyzed digital platforms, academic databases, and social media for resources beneficial to medical students in radiology, assessing their accessibility, content quality, and educational value. Our investigation uncovered a broad spectrum of resources, from foundational platforms to advanced simulation tools, varying in their approach to teaching radiology. Traditional resources provide essential theoretical knowledge, while digital tools, including interactive case studies and multimedia content, offer immersive learning experiences. Notably, resources integrating machine learning and social media facilitate dynamic, peer-to-peer learning and up-to-date case discussions. Despite the minimal current focus on VR, its role in enhancing interactive learning is notable. The diversity in educational tools highlights the evolving nature of radiology education, reflecting a shift towards more engaging and practical learning methodologies. Identifying and integrating a variety of educational resources into radiology education can significantly enhance learning outcomes for medical students, preparing them for the complexities of modern diagnostic radiology with a well-rounded educational approach.
本研究评估了多种教育资源，以弥补医学生在放射诊断学教育方面的差距，旨在确定能够增强理论知识和实际诊断技能的工具。通过多方面的综述，我们分析了数字平台、学术数据库和社交媒体，以获取对放射学专业医学生有益的资源，评估它们的可获取性、内容质量和教育价值。我们的调查发现了广泛的资源，从基础平台到先进的模拟工具，它们在放射学教学方法上各有不同。传统资源提供了必要的理论知识，而数字工具，包括交互式案例研究和多媒体内容，则提供了沉浸式学习体验。值得注意的是，整合机器学习和社交媒体的资源促进了动态的、 peer-to-peer学习和最新的病例讨论。尽管目前对虚拟现实的关注较少，但其在增强交互式学习方面的作用值得注意。教育工具的多样性凸显了放射学教育的不断发展，反映了向更具吸引力和实用性的学习方法的转变。确定并将各种教育资源整合到放射学教育中，可以显著提高医学生的学习成果，以全面的教育方法使他们为现代放射诊断学的复杂性做好准备。
