Teaching is a big part of being a pediatric critical care specialist. But who checks if these specialists are good at teaching? Not many. So, a group of medical education experts came up with a clever idea. They wanted to create a program that uses simulations to test and improve teaching skills in
Teaching medical students about children's eye problems and misaligned eyes can be a challenge. So, some innovative thinkers came up with a fresh approach. They created entertaining videos to make learning about pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus more enjoyable and effective. The idea was str
Students in China are trying out a new way to learn English. It is called the flipped classroom. This method turns the traditional classroom on its head. Instead of lecturing in class and assigning homework, students watch lectures at home. Then, they do interactive activities in class. This ap
Pope Francis is known for many things, but one of his lesser-known qualities is his background in science. This aspect of his life has influenced a local educator in a significant way. Seamus McGuire, a science teacher at St. Mary's Catholic High School, leads the school's STEM department. His time
Medical students today face a unique challenge. They need to grasp how artificial intelligence and machine learning will shape their future careers. These technologies are not just buzzwords. They are already making waves in healthcare. Doctors are using them to improve patient care. So, it is cruci
In Taiwan, a smart training method was tested. This method aimed to boost nurses' know-how on a special kind of wound care. The focus was on negative-pressure wound therapy, often shortened to NPWT. This therapy uses a vacuum to help heal wounds faster. It is often used after surgery. The training
Ever wondered how your body uses food to keep you going? Traditional teaching often breaks this down into separate parts. But what if we looked at it as a whole? Instead of just learning about how your heart pumps blood or your lungs take in air, we can explore how every part of your body works toge
In 2019, India's medical education got a shakeup with the introduction of the Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) curriculum. The goal was clear: train doctors who are not only skilled but also have the right attitudes and values to serve communities effectively, both locally and globally. How
Dental students have a lot to say about their hands-on training. They use comparisons and word pictures to describe what they go through. This isn't just about sharing feelings. It's about giving teachers a new way to understand and improve how they teach. Imagine you're a dental student. You're le
Ever thought that doodling could be a super useful study tool? Well, it can be! Drawing helps students remember stuff better, improves how they observe things, and makes them more interested in what they're learning. But, let's be real, it can also be a bit tough and time-consuming. So, how can we m
