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Multimedia Computer-Assisted Instruction in Cardiology
Robert A. Waugh, MD;
Joan W. Mayer, MD;
Gordon A. Ewy, MD;
Joel M. Felner, MD;
Barry S. Issenberg;
Ira H. Gessner, MD;
Stuart Rich, MD;
Abdul W. Sajid, EdD;
Robert E. Safford, MD, PhD
Arch Intern Med. 1995;155(2):197-203.
Abstract
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Background
Medical education faces problems caused by increasing restraints on resources. A multicenter consortium combined simulation and multimedia computer-assisted instruction (MCAI) to develop unique interactive teaching programs that can address a number of these problems. We describe the consortium, the MCAI system, the programs, and a multicenter evaluation of technical and educational performance.
Methods
The MCAI system uses computer-controlled access to full-screen, full-motion, and full-color laser disc video in combination with digitized sound, images, and graphics stored on removable media. The Socratic teaching method enhances interaction and guides learners through the patient's history, cardiovascular physical examination, laboratory evaluation, and therapy. Self-instruction and instructor-led modes of function are possible. The first five programs, based on simulations of specific cardiology problems, were distributed to four medical centers. Questionnaires evaluated technical function and medical student opinions, while behaviors and scores were automatically tracked and tabulated by program administration software.
Results
The MCAI system functioned reliably and accurately in all modes and at all sites. The programs were highly rated. Student ratings, scores, and behaviors were independent of institution and mode of use.
Conclusion
A multicenter educational consortium developed a system to produce unique, sophisticated MCAI programs in cardiology. Both system and programs functioned reliably at four institutions and were highly rated by fourth-year medical students. With this enthusiastic reception, the economies and strengths associated with MCAI make it an attractive solution to a number of problem areas, and it will likely play an increasingly important role.
(Arch Intern Med. 1995;155:197-203)
Author Affiliations
From the Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC (Dr Waugh); the Medical Training and Simulation Laboratory, University of Miami (Fla) School of Medicine (Dr Mayer and Mr Issenberg); the Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, University of Arizona, Tucson (Dr Ewy); the Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, Emory University, Atlanta, Ga (Dr Felner); the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Cardiology, University of Florida, Gainesville (Dr Gessner); the Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology (Dr Rich), and the Department of Medical Education (Dr Sajid), University of Illinois at Chicago; and the Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Fla (Dr Safford).  Deceased.
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