Computer-assisted instruction: guiding learning through a key features approach in a community-based medical course.

Full Abstract

Computer assisted instruction (CAI) offers a valuable adjunct to the difficulties encountered in teaching medical students in a community-based course in rural Australia. The paper outlines the educational planning processes behind the project and provide an outline of the modular solution to the task. Preliminary results show that this approach is feasible and acceptable to guide students' learning.

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Author information

Author/s: Sturmberg, J P (JP); Crowe, P (P); Hughes, C (C);

Affiliation: School of Rural Health, University of New South Wales, Wagga Wagga, Australia. achim.turmberg(-atsign-)iname.com

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Journal Article

Journal: Medical teacher (Med Teach), published in England. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2003-May; vol 25 (issue 3) : pp 332-5

Dates: Created 2003/07/25; Completed 2003/10/09; Revised 2004/11/17;

PMID: 12881062, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 12/26/2008)

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Humans
Learning
New South Wales
Rural Health Services - organization & administration

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