Doug Knutson, et al.
The Clinical Teacher
September 2006, Vol. 3, Issue #3, pg. 163-169.
Review by: Linda Heun, Ph.D. <lheun@aacom.org>
The authors describe the benefits of using computer-assisted learning in teaching physical examination skills. After a developmental process that implemented a feedback look at each step, the authors described the following lessons learned:
- Content specialists and technical specialists need to learn each others language (list of acronyms with dual meanings included)..
- It is challenging to assembly an effective project team because both content and technical specialists are also specialists themselves and don't represent the full gamut of skills needed
- Make sure project is cost effective by filling a need, fitting into the existing curriculum and having support of course director.
- Use a Project Manager for optimal distribution of workload.
- Employ a content management system to facilitate the creation and updating of the text seen on websites.
- Be ready with a 'plan B' in case of system breakdowns.
Demontration of project
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