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Harden, R. M.; Smyth, J. J. – Medical Teacher, 1994
Examines the potential contributions of computers to medical education and, in particular, the use of computer-based study guides. Presents the educational functions of various study guide components and lists advantages and disadvantages of computer-based study guides over print-based guides. (LZ)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Higher Education, Medical Education

Harasym, P. H.; McCreary, A. – Medical Teacher, 1987
Described is a microcomputer-aided patient simulator (MAPS). The system was developed to increase medical students' opportunities to diagnose and manage patient problems. The system combines a microcomputer with an optional laserdisc player. The system has been used successfully for four years and could be used in other content fields. (RH)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology

Watt, Marie E.; Watt, Alexander – Medical Teacher, 1987
Described is an interactive video system in use in the Glasgow Dental Hospital and School to give students practice in tooth identification. The description includes the hardware, computer software, educational software, and use of the program. (RH)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Dentistry, Educational Technology

Platt, Mark W.; And Others – Medical Teacher, 1994
While the use of computers has become widespread in recent years, a unified, integrated approach to their use in the medical school curriculum has not yet emerged. Describes a program at the University of New Mexico that will phase-in computerization of its curriculum beginning in the fall of 1993. (LZ)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Medical Education, Program Descriptions

McLean, Michelle – Medical Teacher, 2001
Presents research that introduces computer-aided instruction (CAI) resource material as an integral part of the second-year histology course at the University of Natal Medical School. Describes the ease with which this software can be developed, using limited resources and available skills, while providing students with valuable learning…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Foreign Countries

Atkins, M. J.; O'Halloran, C. – Medical Teacher, 1995
Discusses the evaluation of the usefulness of multimedia materials in medical education. Approaches the issue by looking at the nature of the knowledge that medical professionals are expected to acquire and relating that knowledge to what multimedia applications have to offer. Multimedia applications must also be analyzed for whether they can…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Media, Educational Technology

Miller, Max D. – Medical Teacher, 1987
Simulations provide practice in aspects of care without harm or inconvenience to the actual patient. Five types of simulations have been identified that vary in their fidelity to real situations - written simulations, three-dimensional models, computer-based patient management problems, multi-media approaches and simulated patients. Uses and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology

Janssen, Shelley L.; And Others – Medical Teacher, 1996
Describes a program template designed to organize lecture materials and easily display relevant text, graphics, video, and interactive questions. Compares this software that is directly linked to course objectives with a well-rated, commercially available program. (DDR)
Descriptors: Allied Health Occupations Education, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Computer Software Evaluation

Smyth, J. J.; Harden, R. M. – Medical Teacher, 1995
Examines a hypermedia system built as the outcome of a proposal funded by the Scottish Higher Education Funding Council. The system allows students choice in content studied and also allows students to choose their own learning strategy. The system has attributes and features that are important in relation to curriculum issues and educational…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Higher Education
New Ways To Teach Neuroscience: Integrating Two Teaching Styles with Two Instructional Technologies.

Klemm, W. R. – Medical Teacher, 1998
Describes a program in neuroscience education that integrates innovative teaching styles and technologies. Two-way digitally compressed televideo is used for lecture and discussion simultaneously with on-site and remote students. Asynchronous computer conferencing complements class periods with student interactions and teacher feedback.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education

Baker, J. E.; And Others – Medical Teacher, 1986
Describes the use of computer assisted instruction in a medical microbiology course. Presents examples of how computer assisted instruction can present case histories in which the laboratory procedures are simulated. Discusses an authoring system used to prepare computer simulations and provides one example of a case history dealing with fractured…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Case Studies, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction

Prentice, Joan W.; Kenny, Gavin N. C. – Medical Teacher, 1986
Provides a rationale for computer assisted instruction for medical teachers. Discusses some benefits, potential problems, and sample structures of computer assisted instruction. Contrasts this type of instruction through the use of microcomputers as opposed to mainframes and gives examples of authoring systems for use in creating instructional…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Authoring Aids (Programing), College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction

Michael, Joel A.; Rovick, Allen A. – Medical Teacher, 1986
Promotes the use of computer-based simulations in the pre-clinical medical curriculum as a means of providing students with opportunities for problem solving. Describes simple simulations of skeletal muscle loads, complex simulations of major organ systems and comprehensive simulation models of the entire human body. (TW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology

Harkin, P. J. R.; And Others – Medical Teacher, 1986
Describes the use of computer assisted instructional systems in the teaching of pathology. Explains the components of a typical computer-based system and compares interactive systems which use visual displays ranging from microfiche projectors to video discs. Discusses computer programs prepared for courses in general pathology and systemic…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software