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Students’ Perception Towards E- Learning as an Education Tool with an Emphasis on Anatomy Learning in A South Indian Medical College

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Dr. Navajyothi Dalayi, Dr. V P Kumar Sriperumbuduru, Dr. S. Sarah, Dr. S. Priyadharshini, Dr. V. Nagaguhan, Dr. K. Sreenivasulu, Dr. Jyothi Petla, Dr. Harshitha Puvvada
» doi: 10.48047/ecb/2023.12.7.311

Abstract

Medical schools all over the world have been attempting to change pedagogy by reducing lectures, utilizing technology to replace or supplement the learning and promoting for individualized education. An integrated competency-based medical education (CBME) curriculum has replaced the traditional curriculum in the Indian medical education system with various improvements in the teaching and learning style, which largely emphasizes on active student-centered learning through case-based teaching, small group discussions and tutorials. The aim of this transition is to develop student’s critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and self-directed learning skills. To build these abilities, it is essential to use internet and technology during the sessions. NMC of India has stated the significance of E-learning in it as- “Lifelong learner committed to continuous improvement of skills and knowledge and made online learning and assessment to be a part of the new MBBS curriculum. Despite this transformation, many Indian medical institutions are still not permitting electronic devices in the classrooms and students are not having access to internet during the lecture time. The present study is conducted to analyze the students’ attitude towards E-learning and their perception to supplement conventional teaching with digital learning. Methods: A pre-designed Likert Scale questionnaire was shared to the nursing and MBBS students. The SPSS 20 was used to analyze the data. Results: Students expressed a positive response and had a greater comprehension of anatomy by learning mostly through You Tube and Complete anatomy apps. Conclusion: Indian medical education must keep up with the technology's rapid advancement. The current investigation demonstrated an inclination to adopt this system as a supplement to the traditional method. This enables the Indian medical schools to decide on making E-learning as a mandatory part of medical education for an innovative learning and assessment

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