Introducing e-learning in microbiology: A pilot study
Journal Title: Indian Journal of Microbiology Research - Year 2018, Vol 5, Issue 1
Abstract
Introduction Elearning is the use of internet technologies to facilitate self directed learning and enhance knowledge and performance Therefore elearning resources can be used to promote active learning among medical studentsAims amp Objectives1nbspnbspnbspTo introduce elearning in the department of Microbiology2nbsp nbspTo assess the perception of the students about elearningMaterials and Methods This study was carried out in the Department of Microbiology of our medical college First all 150 students of 2nd prof MBBS were sensitized about the concept of elearning and their perception was taken in the form of a feedback questionnaire Then 75 volunteers were selected and a Google group was formed The study material was given in the form of power point presentations photo quiz and text questions with help of Google document At the end of two months feedback was taken from the students in the form of semistructured prevalidated questionnaire and data obtained was analysed statistically Questionnaire included both closed ended as well as open ended questionsResults Data obtained from feedback questionnaire showed that the programme was beneficial for them Almost 100 students said that new teaching learning method increased the understanding of the topics covered under it and also that the topics covered were important for themConclusion There was a positive response shown by the students towards new teaching learning method Students found it interesting relevant and beneficial It increased their understanding of the topics covered under it It also increased interaction between teacher and students To conclude eresources can be a useful supplement to conventional lecturebased teaching in the medical curriculumKeywords elearning Google groups Internet technologies
Authors and Affiliations
Manmeet Kaur Gill, Sahiba Kukreja
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