| Autor: |
Jarahi, Lida, Akbari, Abolfazl, Kaheni, Amir Hossein, Amiri, Mahdi, Ghosooni, Mahdi Mohammadian |
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Future of Medical Education Journal; Sep2024, Vol. 14 Issue 3, p29-38, 10p |
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Background: The rapid advancement of digital technology and information has revolutionized teaching approaches, and evidence retrieval in medical academic settings, highlighting the necessity for adequate digital literacy (DL) among students. This research assessed DL and its components within the medical science student population. Methods: Comprehensive searching was done using the Web of Science, Scopus, Embase, and PubMed databases. Meta-analysis was conducted using CMA V.3.3. Results: Out of the 6773 identified articles, 54 studies were selected for the final synthesis. DL in medical science students has improved over the past two decades. However, there were differences in the components of DL, with computer literacy ranking the highest and search literacy ranking the lowest. Results of the meta-analysis showed that most students were skilled in using Word Processing (78%) and Presentation (68%) software, while fewer were skilled in using Spreadsheets (49%) and Email (34%). Conclusion: Medical science students have made progress in DL but there is still a gap in achieving expected competency. The COVID-19 pandemic has pushed the adoption of digital technologies for online learning, benefiting DL. This experience should guide educational practices, emphasizing online and blended learning, and integrating ICT courses into the medical science curriculum. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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