应对医学英语学习中的挑战：利用技术和游戏化实现互动式教育——一项定性研究

Navigating challenges in medical english learning: leveraging technology and gamification for interactive education - a qualitative study.

作者信息

Zolfaghari Zahra, Karimian Zahra, Zarifsanaiey Nahid, Farahmandi Amir Yousef

机构信息

Department of E-Learning in Medical Sciences, Virtual School and Center of Excellence in e-Learning, Student Research Committee, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.

Department of E-Learning in Medical Sciences, Virtual School and Center of Excellence in e-Learning, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.

出版信息

BMC Med Educ. 2025 Jul 12;25(1):1045. doi: 10.1186/s12909-025-07511-1.

DOI:10.1186/s12909-025-07511-1

PMID:40652222

原文链接:https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12255984/

Abstract

BACKGROUND

Teaching and learning English for Medical Purposes is crucial for medical students, especially in non-English-speaking countries, as it facilitates effective communication, access to global medical literature, and participation in international medical events. However, medical English education faces numerous challenges. This qualitative study explores the challenges faced by medical educators and students in Iran and proposes strategies to enhance medical English education through technology and gamification.

METHOD

A thematic content analysis was conducted using semi-structured interviews with 13 medical English instructors and 10 medical students from various Iranian universities. Data were collected from September 2023 to February 2024. The interviews focused on challenges in teaching and learning medical English, the role of technology, and potential improvements. Thematic analysis was employed to identify key themes and sub-themes.

RESULTS

The study identified six main themes: (1) Instructor-related challenges (e.g., knowledge gaps, teaching methodology, and resistance to technology), (2) Student-related challenges (e.g., low language proficiency, pronunciation difficulties, and lack of engagement), (3) Curriculum and content issues (e.g., outdated materials, lack of speaking practice), (4) Organizational challenges (e.g., unclear policies, resistance to technological change), (5) Technology-enhanced learning (e.g., inadequate infrastructure, lack of interactive platforms), and (6) Recommendations for improvement (e.g., joint teaching, gamification, and blended learning).

CONCLUSION

The study indicated the need for a comprehensive approach to medical English education in Iran, emphasizing instructor training, interactive learning, updated curricula, and technology integration. By addressing these challenges, medical English education can be significantly improved, allowing future physicians to become proficient in linguistic skills which improves the globalized healthcare environment.

摘要

背景

医学用途英语教学对医学生至关重要，尤其是在非英语国家，因为它有助于有效沟通、获取全球医学文献以及参与国际医学活动。然而，医学英语教育面临诸多挑战。本定性研究探讨了伊朗医学教育工作者和学生所面临的挑战，并提出了通过技术和游戏化来加强医学英语教育的策略。

方法

采用主题内容分析法，对来自伊朗各大学的13名医学英语教师和10名医学生进行了半结构化访谈。数据收集时间为2023年9月至2024年2月。访谈聚焦于医学英语教学中的挑战、技术的作用以及潜在的改进措施。采用主题分析法来确定关键主题和子主题。

结果

该研究确定了六个主要主题：（1）与教师相关的挑战（如知识差距、教学方法以及对技术的抵触），（2）与学生相关的挑战（如语言水平低、发音困难以及缺乏参与度），（3）课程与内容问题（如材料过时、缺乏口语练习），（4）组织方面的挑战（如政策不明确、对技术变革的抵触），（5）技术增强学习（如基础设施不足、缺乏互动平台），以及（6）改进建议（如联合教学、游戏化和混合式学习）。