Learning Acetabular Fracture Classification using a Three-Dimensional Interactive Software: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Acetabular fractures are a real challenge for junior doctors as well as experienced orthopedic surgeons. Correct fracture classification is crucial for appreciating the fracture type, surgical planning, and predicting prognosis. Although three-dimensional (3D) tutorial is believed to improve the understanding of the complex anatomy structure, there have been few applications and randomized controlled trials to confirm it in orthopedics. This study aims to develop a 3D interactive software system for teaching acetabular fracture classification and evaluate its efficacy. Participants were randomly but evenly allocated into either the experimental group (who learned the acetabular fracture classification using a 3D software) or the control group (who used a traditional two-dimensional [2D] tutorial). Both groups were then tasked to classify 10 acetabular fractures and complete a five-point Likert scale on their satisfaction of each learning modality. To calculate significance (P < 0.05), independent t-test was used for normally distributed data whereas Mann-Whitney U test for non-normally distributed data. The experimental group significantly outperformed the control group (t (28) = 2.526, P = 0.017) with identifying correct acetabular fracture classification. Moreover, Likert scale score in the experimental group was also significantly higher than in the control group (Z = 2.477, P = 0.013). This 3D classification software has objectively and subjectively showed an advantage over the traditional 2D tutorial, resulting in an improved classification accuracy and higher Likert scale score. The 3D software has the potential to improve both clinical knowledge as well as identifying correct patient management in orthopedics.     

Undergraduate Medical Students' Usage and Perceptions of Anatomical Case-Based Learning: Comparison of Facilitated Small Group Discussions and eLearning Resources

While case-based discussions can empower students to apply knowledge to contextual clinical situations, scheduling these activities is a challenge in crowded curricula. Case-based eLearning activities, derived from existing cases discussed within anatomy small group tutorials, were created incorporating principles such as interactivity, reinforcement, and feedback. Over half of the students accessed one or more of these online cases, with 18% accessing all eight online cases provided. Access increased as the semester progressed, particularly just before summative examinations, implying students used these primarily as revision aides. Students rated both formats highly, but favored the online format with regard to enjoyment (P = 0.048), learning (P = 0.101), and feedback (P = 0.086). However, more students discussed these cases in small group tutorials within the anatomy dissecting room than completed them online (122 vs. 67) and themes emerging from free text comments included a desire to have more time dedicated to these cases during small group tutorials, and an appreciation for the opportunity for discussion with staff and learning through doing. Additionally, native English speakers rated the anatomy room discussions significantly higher in all aspects than non-native English speakers, suggesting that non-native speakers may be hesitant or reluctant to fully participate in front of peers. While online case-based learning activities are a useful adjunct to anatomy teaching, particularly for revision, assumptions that “digital natives” have an innate preference for digital resources require critical evaluation, as students still place a high value on opportunities for discussion with staff during their studies.     

Development and Implementation of the Inaugural Anatomy Education Research Institute (AERI 2017)

Education research is increasingly being recognized as a legitimate route for faculty development in universities. However, many anatomy faculty lack the appropriate training and access to experienced mentors who can help them develop their own education research projects. Inspired by the American Physiological Society’s Institute for Teaching and Learning, the coauthors proposed and developed the inaugural Anatomy Education Research Institute (AERI 2017). Funded by an American Association of Anatomists Innovations grant, the five-day institute was held in Bloomington, Indiana in July 2017. The coauthors spent two years preparing the conference schedule, inviting speakers who could discuss education research topics and mentor applicants, reviewing applications, developing assessment instruments for the institute, and hosting the institute. A total of 62 registered participants (applicants and invited speakers) attended AERI 2017. Through a series of presentations and workshops, participants were introduced to many aspects of education research and the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, including developing rigorous education research questions, determining appropriate methods to assess these questions, and searching the education research literature. Each day also included regular time devoted to work on their own education research project with help from more experienced mentors. Throughout the conference, participants were encouraged to post information on Twitter, using the hashtag #AERI2017. Participants had strong positive impressions of the conference and strongly requested future AERI conferences be held. Follow-up analyses will assess the institute in alignment with Kirkpatrick’s Four Levels of Evaluation Model, though preliminary evaluation indicates AERI 2017 met the original aims of the proposal.     

新升本科院校毕业论文写作形式规范浅析

新升本科院校毕业论文大都存在形式失范现象,其主要原因从宏观上来说是学校管理层面存在的问题,从微观上来说是毕业论文写作过程各个环节存在的问题。解决这些问题的有效措施有明确形式标准、推进制度建设、加强写作训练、注重教师指导、完善质量监控等几方面。     

毕业论文跟踪指导平台的研发与应用

教师采用一对一的方式指导学生撰写毕业论文,存在重复工作和不便监控的问题,毕业论文跟踪指导平台可实现资源共享和便于监控统计。在平台开发过程中,根据实际工作流程的需求,进行了用户实名制、连续编辑和跟踪监控等适应性处理,同时,可采用添加中间页、同页跳转传递参数和纯增加式更新数据等技巧开发程序。该平台在实际应用中运行良好,今后可进一步提升平台的兼容性和可移植性,以便用户根据自身需要灵活应用或方便地对平台功能进行二次开发。     

一年级医学生的心理健康状况及人格影响因素

为了解一年级医学生的心理健康状况及其人格影响因素.采用SCL-90、EPQ、SES、UCLA孤独量表对入学半年后的709名福建医科大学一年级医学生进行测查.研究表明:建医科大学一年级医学生心理健康状况优于全国大学生,但稍差于全国青年;"肯定有症状"的检出率为16.22%,主要症状为强迫、人际敏感和抑郁,男生的敌对、偏执...     

后期教学中的医学人文教育探索

培养具有良好人文素质的合格医学人才已成为医学发展的必然和需要。后期教学中,应着力培养医学生的道德感和责任感,将医学人文教育全方位渗透到临床教学和医疗实践中去。     

艺术学研究生学位论文撰写问题刍议——基于广州美术学院论文盲审结果的分析

艺术学硕士的学位论文撰写具有一定的特殊性。本文以广州美术学院艺术学硕士论文盲审结果为基础,从论文选题、文献资料的掌握情况、论文的论述过程和论文写作规范四个方面,透视艺术学硕士论文撰写中存在的问题及其深层次原因,以期为提高艺术学硕士培养质量提供一定的参考。     

独立学院医学生“工匠精神”培育现状调查分析

独立学院是民办高等教育的重要组成部分,与普通高校相比,独立学院更加注重实用型、应用型人才的培养。医学类独立学院的任务就是为人民、为社会、为国家培养实践能力更强的高水平、高质量的医学人才。随着我国医疗卫生水平的提高,国家稳步推进医学教育改革,也更加关注医学生的精神文化建设。教育部要求将新时代的“工匠精神”与医学生的思想政治教育相结合,以弥补医学生精神教育的短板,促进其健康发展。本文浅析了“工匠精神”的内涵,调研了独立学院医学生“工匠精神”的培育现状,探讨了独立学院医学生“工匠精神”培育对策,为独立学院医学生职业道德培育搭建“工匠精神”平台。