A comparison of teaching three common ear, nose, and throat conditions to medical students through video podcasts and written handouts: a pilot study

Figures & data

Figure 1 Population flowchart.

Figure 2 Box plot of average pre-exposure test scores.

Figure 3 Box plot of average post-exposure test scores.

Figure 4 Average post-exposure test scores.

Figure 5 Students’ opinions on use of video podcasts.

Figure 6 Students’ opinions on usefulness of video podcasts compared to written material.

Table 1 Advantages and disadvantages of digital learning objects

Advantages for students	Disadvantages for students
• Available at any time and any location as long as they have computer or mobile device access • Individuality • Provides for a variety of learning styles and preferences	• Unfamiliarity with RLOs • Resistance to change
Advantages for teachers	Disadvantages for teachers
• They are reusable • Consistent designs and development process • Existing content can be used to construct the learning objectives • Learners’ use of materials can be monitored • Affordable • Standardizes content for widespread use • Accommodates a wide range of teaching preferences	• Lack of experience • Requires technological support and necessary hosting resources

Note: Data from Sandars J, Schroter S.⁷

Abbreviation: RLOs, reusable learning objects.

SandarsJSchroterSWeb 2.0 technologies for undergraduate and postgraduate medical education: an online surveyPostgrad Med J200783985675976218057175

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