Virtual reality experiential learning improved undergraduate students ’ knowledge and evaluation skills relating to assistive technology for older adults and individuals with disabilities
The aging population has caused assistive technology (AT) to receive attention. Thus, ensuring accurate user comprehension of AT has become increasingly crucial, and more specialized education for students in ... (Source: BMC Medical Education)
Source: BMC Medical Education - January 30, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Peng-Hsu Chen, Hsuan-Wei Ho, Hung-Chou Chen, Ka-Wai Tam, Ju-Chi Liu and Li-Fong Lin Tags: Research Source Type: research

Exploring medical students ’ perceptions of empathy after cinemeducation based on Vygotsky’s theory
Medical students ’ empathy toward patients with Alzheimer’s is rarely found in formal medical curricula. Based on Vygotsky’s theory, watching films and reflection can be considered as effective methods to impro... (Source: BMC Medical Education)
Source: BMC Medical Education - January 29, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Mahla Salajegheh, Amir Ali Sohrabpour and Elaheh Mohammadi Tags: Research Source Type: research

Development, implementation, and evaluation of entrustable professional activities (EPAs) for medical radiation technologists in Taiwan: a nationwide experience
Competency-based medical education (CBME) is an outcomes-oriented approach focused on developing competencies that translate into clinical practice. Entrustable professional activities (EPAs) bridge competency... (Source: BMC Medical Education)
Source: BMC Medical Education - January 29, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Chun-Yuan Tu, Kuo-Ming Huang, Ching-Hsueh Cheng, Wei-Jou Lin, Cheng-Heng Liu and Chih-Wei Yang Tags: Research Source Type: research

Using simulation to introduce students and healthcare professionals to losses experienced by older adults: a pre-post analysis
To introduce students and healthcare professionals to losses experienced by older adults and instill compassion among interprofessional learners, an interactive narrative simulation activity was developed and ... (Source: BMC Medical Education)
Source: BMC Medical Education - January 29, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Donna Prete, Linda Tamburri, Nicole Rolston, Marc Sturgill and Mary Bridgeman Tags: Research Source Type: research

Undergraduate students ’ perception of cardiorespiratory physiology during exercise: teleological vs. mechanistic thinking
Physiology is widely recognized as a difficult course, which can potentially increase students ’ withdrawal and failures rates. Several factors are likely contributing to the difficulties in learning physiology... (Source: BMC Medical Education)
Source: BMC Medical Education - January 29, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Marcela S. Ara újo, André L. Teixeira, Amanda Esteves, Jeann Sabino-Carvalho and Lauro C. Vianna Tags: Research Source Type: research

Using cultural historical activity theory to understand how post-graduate residents perform discharge planning at a medical center in Taiwan
Despite the importance of discharge planning in physicians ’ education, currently in most countries, no identical training is provided. Difficulties in promoting physician discharge planning education in Taiwan... (Source: BMC Medical Education)
Source: BMC Medical Education - January 26, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Fang- Yih Liaw, Yaw-Wen Chang and Po-Fang Tsai Tags: Research Source Type: research

Development and evaluation of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation nursing education program for nursing students using virtual reality
This study aims to improve nursing students ’ ability to care for critically ill patients through education in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) nursing. (Source: BMC Medical Education)
Source: BMC Medical Education - January 26, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Hanna Lee, Jeong-Won Han, Junhee Park, Soyoon Min and Jihey Park Tags: Research Source Type: research

The effectiveness of community-based interprofessional education for undergraduate medical and health promotion students
Community-based interprofessional education (CBIPE) has been proven effective in enhancing the interprofessional competencies of medical and health professional students. However, there is a lack of evaluation... (Source: BMC Medical Education)
Source: BMC Medical Education - January 26, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Chawin Suwanchatchai, Kitsarawut Khuancharee, Suthee Rattanamongkolgul, Kittipong Kongsomboon, Manasvin Onwan, Anantapat Seeherunwong, Pacharapa Chewparnich, Piyanuch Yoadsomsuay, Pattakorn Buppan, Ormjai Taejarernwiriyakul, Sirikul Thummajitsakul, Pimonp Tags: Research Source Type: research

Correction: Teaching point-of-care ultrasound using a serious game: a randomized controlled trial
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Source: BMC Medical Education - January 25, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Tycho Olgers, Jelle Rozendaal, Sanne van Weringh, Rachel van de Vliert, Ranek Laros, Hjalmar Bouma and Jan C. ter Maaten Tags: Correction Source Type: research

Perceptions of readiness for interprofessional learning among Ethiopian medical residents at Addis Ababa University: a mixed methods study
Interprofessional learning is an important approach to preparing residents for collaborative practice. Limited knowledge and readiness of residents for interprofessional learning is considered one of the barri... (Source: BMC Medical Education)
Source: BMC Medical Education - January 25, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Dereje Melka, Yonas Baheretibeb and Cynthia Whitehead Tags: Research Source Type: research

Correction: Exploring gender and thematic differences in qualitative assessments of internal medicine resident performance
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Source: BMC Medical Education - January 25, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Robin Klein, Erin D. Snyder, Jennifer Koch, Anna Volerman, Sarah Alba-Nguyen, Katherine A Julian, Vanessa Thompson, Nneka N Ufere, Sherri-Ann M Burnett-Bowie, Anshul Kumar, Bobbie Ann Adair White, Yoon Soo Park and Kerri Palamara Tags: Correction Source Type: research

Factors affecting medical students ’ intention to use Rain Classroom: a cross-sectional survey
Rain Classroom was one of the most popular online learning platforms in Chinese higher education during the pandemic. However, there is little research on user intention under the guidance of technology accept... (Source: BMC Medical Education)
Source: BMC Medical Education - January 24, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Hui Lv, Jinghong Low, Siow-kian Tan, Lingjiao Tang and Xuebin Li Tags: Research Source Type: research

Investigating academic performance and perceptions of human physiology and exercise physiology courses among undergraduate students of physical education at a Brazilian public university
To compare the academic performance of undergraduate students in physical education who studied exercise physiology before and after studying human physiology and investigate students ’ perceptions of human phy... (Source: BMC Medical Education)
Source: BMC Medical Education - January 24, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Mila Alves Matos Rodrigues, Rizia Rocha Silva, Douglas Assis Teles Santos, Jo ão Victor Rosa de Freitas, Paulo Gentil, Carlos Alexandre Vieira, Ana Cristina Silva Rebelo, Marília Santos Andrade, Mário Hebling Campos, Gustavo de Conti Teixeira Costa, Be Tags: Research Source Type: research

Medical students ’ career preferences in Bangladesh
This study aimed to investigate the career preferences among Bangladeshi medical students, identify the factors that influence their present choices, and additionally report the role of gender and academic yea... (Source: BMC Medical Education)
Source: BMC Medical Education - January 23, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Mohammad Azmain Iktidar, Md Muid Sakib, Ummi Rukaiya Munni, Fahmida Hoque Rimti, Renessa Yousuf, Koushik Majumder, Tirtha Saha, Farhat Lamisa Golpo, Md Samee U Sayed, Sabrina Monsur, Asadul Al Galib, Md Kamran Hossain, Sigma Alam Shupti, Noshin Nawar, Sud Tags: Research Source Type: research

Evaluating non-cognitive skills in medical school applicants
Medical school candidates must have both the cognitive and professional competencies required to become good physicians. In this commentary, we outline the evidence and outcomes associated with the implementat... (Source: BMC Medical Education)
Source: BMC Medical Education - January 23, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Katya Peri and Mark J. Eisenberg Tags: Comment Source Type: research