Presentation Description
Yogesh S1
Kavitha M2
1 ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, INSTITUTE OF INTERNAL MEDICINE, MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE, CHENNAI, TAMILNADU, INDIA
2 VICE PRINCIPAL, MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE, CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU, INDIA
Kavitha M2
1 ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, INSTITUTE OF INTERNAL MEDICINE, MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE, CHENNAI, TAMILNADU, INDIA
2 VICE PRINCIPAL, MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE, CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU, INDIA
1. Background:
Excellence in medical education relies on proficient skills assessment and development. The transition from a traditional curriculum of two decades (1997) to the reformed competency-based medical education (CBME) in 2019 brought significant upheaval [1]. Evaluating practical skills of medical students using conventional methods has proven cumbersome and complex, especially with large cohorts. The demand for consistent assessment, prompt feedback and comprehensive evaluations mirroring real-life situations has driven innovation. This research tackles these issues by incorporating SimCapture technology to enhance the assessment.
Excellence in medical education relies on proficient skills assessment and development. The transition from a traditional curriculum of two decades (1997) to the reformed competency-based medical education (CBME) in 2019 brought significant upheaval [1]. Evaluating practical skills of medical students using conventional methods has proven cumbersome and complex, especially with large cohorts. The demand for consistent assessment, prompt feedback and comprehensive evaluations mirroring real-life situations has driven innovation. This research tackles these issues by incorporating SimCapture technology to enhance the assessment.
2. Summary of Work:
A study was conducted at Madras Medical College, Chennai, India, involving Trained Faculties of different departments, by integrating SimCapture technology for assessing 250 pre-final year MBBS students, using Peyton's 4 Step Approach, focusing on key domains: student knowledge, technical proficiency, critical thinking, communication skills, and safe practice. The assessment process included online pre-tests, structured checklists, peer-to-peer learning with digital checklists on SimCapture, self-recorded videos, online post-tests, and virtual OSCE evaluation.
A study was conducted at Madras Medical College, Chennai, India, involving Trained Faculties of different departments, by integrating SimCapture technology for assessing 250 pre-final year MBBS students, using Peyton's 4 Step Approach, focusing on key domains: student knowledge, technical proficiency, critical thinking, communication skills, and safe practice. The assessment process included online pre-tests, structured checklists, peer-to-peer learning with digital checklists on SimCapture, self-recorded videos, online post-tests, and virtual OSCE evaluation.
3. Results:
The integration of SimCapture streamlined data collection and provided a comprehensive analysis of student progress. Individual competencies and cohort-wide performance were revealed through a 360-degree analysis. A digital repository was created, enhancing accessibility and supporting longitudinal analysis. The interactive learning environment improved engagement and empowered students in their skill development journey, promoting retention, application, and overall competence.
The integration of SimCapture streamlined data collection and provided a comprehensive analysis of student progress. Individual competencies and cohort-wide performance were revealed through a 360-degree analysis. A digital repository was created, enhancing accessibility and supporting longitudinal analysis. The interactive learning environment improved engagement and empowered students in their skill development journey, promoting retention, application, and overall competence.
4,5. Discussion/Conclusions:
The emotional component ‘feel’ plays a pivotal role in changing the attitude and behavior, making transition process smooth. The adoption of SimCapture redefined assessment practices and contributed to cultivating proficient, confident, and competent medical professionals. The study's findings emphasize the potential of technology in shaping medical education and enhancing healthcare provision.
The emotional component ‘feel’ plays a pivotal role in changing the attitude and behavior, making transition process smooth. The adoption of SimCapture redefined assessment practices and contributed to cultivating proficient, confident, and competent medical professionals. The study's findings emphasize the potential of technology in shaping medical education and enhancing healthcare provision.
6. Take-home Messages:
This study establishes a new standard for future endeavors in medical education by encouraging educators, institutions, and stakeholders to leverage technology's potential for improved assessment and skill development.
This study establishes a new standard for future endeavors in medical education by encouraging educators, institutions, and stakeholders to leverage technology's potential for improved assessment and skill development.
References (maximum three)
1. Medical Council of India.Competency Based Undergraduate Curriculum.2018. Medical Council of India. Available from: https://www.mciindia.org/CMS/wp- content/uploads/2020/01/UG-Curriculum.pdf [Google Scholar]