ERIC Number: EJ1306832
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016
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Flexible Approaches to Using Online Case Data When Coupled with Textbook-Based Case Studies in Medical Sciences Teaching and Learning
Hall, David C.
Papers on Postsecondary Learning and Teaching, v1 p1-4 2016
Case studies are commonly used to anchor important theoretical concepts with carefully guided use of practical experience. This session explored approaches and methodologies for effective and creative use of coupling online case study resources with textbook case studies in order to enhance learning. An illustrative example referred to use of a textbook of case studies in One Health (Cork, Hall, & Liljebjelke, 2016), looking at the factors and health outcomes related to the interaction of animals, humans, and their environment, that is coupled with online data, visual resources, and testimonials. Coupling textbooks of medical case studies, in particular, with online additional data is not new (Jasani & Valtolina, 2011), although there was no record found of a learning situation using medical case studies in which prescriptive step-by-step instructional guidance for using online data was deliberately avoided and instead students were encouraged to rely on their own creativity. Benefits of avoiding a prescriptive approach include a more realistic learning experience for clinicians, latitude for use of personally preferred learning styles, and more opportunities for creativity in the teaching and learning process. Participants in the session reflected on their own teaching and learning style preferences to contribute to discussion of how required use of online case study data might stimulate or suppress their creativity, both for teachers and students. Barriers included lack of consistency in audience demographic, making it more challenging to provide a consistent learning experience and poor attention to context of application of case study lessons; catalysts included some degree of guided process for stimulating use of case study materials, supervision of discussion to facilitate sufficient interaction for learning, and adequate funding for preparing and hosting case study materials.
Descriptors: Case Method (Teaching Technique), Textbook Content, Data Use, Veterinary Medical Education, Electronic Learning, Instructional Effectiveness, Creativity, Barriers, College Faculty, Foreign Countries
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Speeches/Meeting Papers; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Canada (Calgary)
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