Showing 9 results for Internet
Mahnaz Bahadorani, Nikoo Yamani,
Volume 2, Issue 1 (6-2002)
Abstract
Introduction. Today, computer and information technology serve an increasingly important role in medical education. Since the faculty members have an essential role in medical education, this study was designed to assess their knowledge, attitude and computer skills regarding the application of computer and information technology in medical education.
Methods. A cross-sectional survey with stratified sampling method was carried out. 210 of the faculty members of all the faculties in Isfahan University of Medical Sciences completed a 60 item questionnaire which had three parts, each part including questions regarding attitude, knowledge and computer skills, respectively. Then the data was analyzed by SPSS software. Frequency distribution of all questions was calculated and also T-test, one way ANOVA, and Kruskal-Wallis were used for data analysis.
Results. According to the results 97.3% of the faculty members believed computer had an important role in promoting their scientific activities. The mean of the faculty member's knowledge which indicated their skills in using computers' routine softwares, electronic mail and searching online articles and databases was calculated 10.84 based on 20 and with the standard deviation of 5.5. The faculty members used computer and internet about 7.8±7.2 and 6.4±5.9 hours per week, respectively. There was a significant difference between faculty members' knowledge in different faculties but in comparing their knowledge based on their ranks and degree, no significant difference was observed. The comparison of the hours of using computer in different faculties showed a significant difference between them.
Conclusion. Most of the faculty members had a positive attitude towards the role of computer and internet in medical education but many of them lacked enough knowledge and skills in order to work with computer and internet. Therefore, it is necessary to take some measures in order to promote faculty members' knowledge and computer skills.
Massoumeh Saberian, Saeed Haji Aghajani, Raheb Ghorbani, Majid Kassaei, Lida Fattahizadeh,
Volume 3, Issue 2 (12-2003)
Abstract
Introduction. The universities attempt to facilitate the possibility of using the internet for faculty members by providing and expanding internet services. Since internet affects the quality of scientific researches at the university, it seems necessary to investigate the possibility and process of expanding the use of internet. This study was performed to investigate the use of internet among faculty members of Semnan University of Medical Sciences.
Methods. In this descriptive study, all faculty members of Semnan Medical University were investigated. The data gathering tool was a questionnaire whose validity and reliability had been confirmed and contained 4 demographic questions and 14 questions related to the use of internet. The sampling method was census. Out of 100 questionnaires, 62 were completed by faculty members. Then, the data were analyzed by descriptive statistics using SPSS software.
Results. In total, 91.9% of faculty members used internet among which 68.3% used internet at home and 30% at work, and 50.8% used internet less than one hour per day. Faculty members (66.7%) believed that the speed of access to internet was undesirable. Thirty seven point three percent had access to internet 24 hours a day. Sixty four point nine percent of the cases were in agreement with filtrating the un-ethical websites. Eighty point seven percent believed that subscribing academic databases by university was necessary. Faculty members used internet for research activities (74.2%), teaching information (72.6%), and electronic mail (59.7%). Fifty percent of them felt that taking part in internet training workshops was necessary.
Conclusion. The faculty members of Semnan Medical University do not use internet in a vast level which could be because of time limits or their lack of capability in using internet properly. It is recommended to provide faculty members with educational workshops and classes so they can take advantage from internet facilities and on-line databases.
Sajjad Rezaei, Mohammad Bagher Kajbaf, Seyyed Valiallah Mousavi , Seyyed Heshmatallah Mousavi ,
Volume 12, Issue 10 (1-2013)
Abstract
Introduction: Academic performance is not a univalent construct hence planning for its promotion among university students necessitates vast educational emprises. This study addresses factors such as quality of life, the students' use of internet, and their attitudes toward addiction and drugs which potentially play a role in academic performance of students, and represents a model.
Methods: In a cross sectional study, consecutive sampling was performed on 106 students of Guilan University of Medical Science in 2010-2011 academic years. Every student answered a Short-Form Health Survey (SF-36), attitude measurement questionnaire toward addiction, and the time dedicated to internet weekly. The last attained average grade of students was considered as an index for their academic performance. Data was analyzed using independent t-test, Pearson correlation and point biserial coefficient and multiple regressions (with Enter method).
Results: Findings showed that these supposed factors totally explain 34% of shared variance of academic performance (P<0.01). In final model, internet use variable was excluded whereas dimensions of quality of life including physical functioning (P= 0.001), physical role (P= 0.002), body pain (P= 0.03), general health (P= 0.004), physical health (P= 0.001), and also attitude toward addiction (P= 0.001) could significantly predict the academic performance.
Conclusion: Results indicated that some dimensions of students’ quality of life and also their negative attitudes toward addiction can affect the promotion of their academic success. Thus, it is necessary to plan health-oriented educational programs to enhance students’ academic performance.
Hosein Karimi Moonaghi1, Mohammad Reza Armat,
Volume 13, Issue 5 (8-2013)
Abstract
Introduction: Today modern teaching and learning approaches in medical education have received considerable attention. This paper aims to introduce WebQuest as a new method of inquiry-based learning through the use of Internet. Also its application in medical sciences education in general, and especially nursing education is explained.
Methods: To find articles related to the WebQuest topic, the popular databases including PubMed, Google Scholar, Science Direct, Nursing Consult, CINAHL, Web of Knowledge were searched using WebQuest related keywords. Very few medical articles were found, and there was no research article published in Iran.
Results: WebQuest is a new method of student-centered, inquiry-based learning which uses computer technology to engage and motivate students individually or collaboratively in exploring, analyzing, and synthesizing data to construct a new understanding or meaning. WebQuests, as a student-centered activity, enhance and facilitate higher order cognitive skills, including analysis, synthesis, evaluation and judgment, critical thinking. They also cultivate students’ exploratory and problem solving mentality.
Based on constructivist learning theory and inquiry learning, WebQuests involve learners in collaborative learning process and group projects. There is a strong link between WebQuests and multi-media techniques which provide significant opportunity for utilizing internet resources in teaching and learning experiences.
Conclusion: It seems the concept of WebQuest is still less known both general and higher education, and particularly in medical education in Iran. Introducing this method in medical education which is based on new approaches of teaching and learning processes can provide a different view and encourage students to learn more effectively, deeply, and indelibly.
Nikoo Yamani, Kobra Salehi, Nayyer Sadat Mostafavi, Mahsa Shakour,
Volume 13, Issue 11 (2-2014)
Abstract
Introduction: One of the proposed issues in modern education is the integration of new technologies with education. Information and communication technology is applied more than other technologies in the past few decades. The objective of this study is to investigate the effect of contextual factors on knowledge about information and communication technology (ICT) and using it by faculty members in Isfahan University of Medical Sciences.
Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was performed in Isfahan University of Medical Sciences on 234 medical teachers sampled through simple quota. Study instrument was a researcher made questionnaire for evaluating status of teachers’ knowledge and use of ICT. Content validity of questionnaire was approved by ten experts of education. Reliability of the questionnaire was 0.85 as measured by Chronbach’s Alpha. After gathering data, it was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistical tests.
Results: Data achieved from 201 completed questionnaires showed that the mean score of self-evaluation was 3.98±1.15 for knowledge about computer and 2.98±0.71 for knowledge of computer. The knowledge about computer was higher among males compared to women, assistant professors compared to other scientific levels, and younger than 35 years compared to older. This differences was significant (p<0.05). A negative correlation was also observed investigating the relationship between knowledge and use of computer and internet with teaching years (p<0.05). Moreover, 62.2% of teachers used computers for 4 hours or more. Teachers younger than 35, used computer more than older. This difference was also significant considering clinical and nonclinical groups (p<0.05).
Conclusion: With regard to the results of this study, the knowledge and rate of using ICT is varied among faculties and lower than expected. This knowledge and use also reduce for clinical or old teachers. Therefore we should notice these factors for designing faculty development program.
Ziba Mohamady, Alireza Khatony, Mohamad Hydary, Masoud Bahreini,
Volume 13, Issue 12 (3-2014)
Abstract
Introduction: Despite several advantages of Internet, it involves serious problems and the most important ones is dependency on Internet. This study aimed to examine the Internet dependency in students of Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences.
Methods: In this descriptive cross-sectional study, 384 students of Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences were selected through stratified random sampling. Young's Internet Addiction Scale was employed for gathering data. Data analysis was performed using descriptive and analytic statistic including independent t-test and ANOVA.
Results: The results of 350 filled questionnaires showed that 91.7% of students were slightly dependant on the Internet and only 0.3% of them were severly dependant. There were statistically significant differences between internet dependency and sex (p=0.019, t=2.356), age (p=0.034, f=3.426), marital status (p<0.001, t=4.447), field of study (p<0.001, f=4.3), having a personal computer (p<0.001, t=4.388), knowledge of computer (p<0.001, f=6.547), knowledge of Internet (p<0.002, f=6.458), and reason for using the Internet (p<0.001, f=3.383).
Conclusion: Considering high prevalence of slight dependence on the Internet among university students, development of training programs to familiarize students with the risks of dependence on the Internet is necessary.
Milad Mehraram, Mahnaz Bahadorani, Zahra Baghersad,
Volume 15, Issue 0 (11-2015)
Abstract
Introduction: Today, e-learning is considered one of the efficient learning contexts in continuing medical education (CME). Participation in e-learning is dependent on learner’s level of preparedness. Therefore, this study aimed to determine CME learners’ knowledge, attitude, ability and preparedness in relation to e-learning. Methods: In this descriptive cross-sectional study, 300 learners attending 2014 autumn-winter CME programs in Isfahan University of Medical Sciences were selected by means of convenience sampling. Data were collected through a researcher-made questionnaire which was completed in continuing education sessions. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics (independent t-test, Pearson and Spearman correlation coefficients). Results: The mean scores were obtained for ability and knowledge (37.23±8), attitude (74.18±3.4) and preparedness (60.22±7.8). Findings showed that there was a significant relationship between computer and internet usage time and learner’s ability and knowledge, attitude and preparedness for e-learning (P<0.001). There was also a significant relationship between learners’ knowledge and ability and their attitude and preparedness (P<0.001). Gender was found to have no effect on ability and knowledge (p=0.08), attitude (p=0.134) and preparedness (p=0.54) for e-learning. Conclusion: The results of this study showed that despite having the features of attitude and preparedness, CME learners did not have the necessary knowledge for receiving information electronically. It seems that authorities should take necessary measures to implement this teaching method in order to promote learners’ knowledge.
Fariba Haghani, Habibolah Rezaei,
Volume 17, Issue 0 (4-2017)
Abstract
Introduction: Medical faculty members are often looking for new instruments in their teaching. Such instruments can be found in internet-based technologies. This study aimed to investigate tools, materials, and educational methods based on internet in medical education.
Methods: : In this review, Sid, Iranmedex, Irondoc, Magiran, Pubmed and Ericdatabsese were searched using key words such as internet, social network, teaching and education
Results: In the preliminary search, 800 articles were retrieved. After removing duplicates, 490 articles were remained. Based on title, abstract, inclusion and exclusion criteria, 33 articles entered the systematic review. Results were categorized into 3 groups. In the instrument category, learning management system, social networks and mobile devices can be named. Concerning materials category, podcast and vodcast and in educational methods category, mobile learning, morning report blog and physical examination blog were identified.
Conclusion: Different educational methods based on internet such as mobile learning and podcasting have a high potential in medical education. We suggest introducing such tools to faculty members in worshops which are held by EDCs in order to apply them in their teaching.
Maryam Poormirzaei, Ghasem Askarizadeh,
Volume 17, Issue 0 (4-2017)
Abstract
Introduction: Since internet addiction is a chronic phenomenon with serious damages and inappropriate use of the internet among students is on the rise, this study was conducted to predict internet addiction based on predisposing factors such as type D personality and humor styles and explore its relationship with academic performance.
Methods: This descriptive correlational study was performed in 2015. Research population included all medical students (n=600) of Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman of whom 225 were selected as the research sample using Krejcie Morgan table and simple random sampling. Data were collected using Young’s internet addiction, Denollet’s type D personality and Martin’s humor styles questionnaires. Grade point average was used to measure academic performance. The data were analyzed by means of descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and inferential statistics (stepwise regression and t-test).
Results: Findings showed that students with type D and non-D-type personality were significantly different in terms of self-enhancing (p=0.0001) and self-defeating (p=0.01) humor styles and internet addiction (p=0.001). Negative emotion and the self-defeating humor style predict 23% of internet addiction variance (p=0.0001, p=.038). Internet addiction is correlated with declined academic performance (p=0.047).
Conclusion: Given the more prominent role of type D personality in predicting internet addiction, it is suggested that individuals’ personality type should be considered in evaluation of internet addiction and the impact of internet addiction on academic performance should be taken into account.
