Telegram as a Tool to Supplement Online Medical Education During COVID-19 Crisis
| Autor: | Abdulraouf Mohammed AlObaid, Mohammed Taher Alhashim, Mona H. AlSheikh, Khalid Hussni Alshaikh, Muhammad Iqbal, Abdul Salam Abdulkarim Alhumaidi, Hussain Ibrahim Alradhi |
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| Jazyk: | angličtina |
| Rok vydání: | 2020 |
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Medical education
Original Paper Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) Computer science Interface (Java) Mobile learning Exploratory research Online medical education Collaborative learning General Medicine Information overload Nonprobability sampling Instant messaging applications Virtual learning environment Thematic analysis Telegram |
| Zdroj: | Acta Informatica Medica |
| ISSN: | 1986-5988 0353-8109 |
| Popis: | Introduction Instant Messaging Applications are known for their potential to enhance learning. However, to date, there has been little investigation into the implications of the 'Telegram' application for online medical education and training. Aim This study explores the potential benefits and disadvantages of integrating Telegram into undergraduate medical education during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods An exploratory study was conducted between March and May 2020, with 203 undergraduate medical students recruited through purposive sampling. Data was collected through seven open-ended questions, followed by thematic analysis using Atlas.ti. Results Most students participating in this study reported multiple utilities of the application, including easy access to educational resources and the ability to add unlimited members, as well as files in all formats and sizes. Additionally, the application assisted students to engage with collaborative learning, maintain their wellbeing, and ensure their security. However, they also reported some drawbacks, i.e., a complex interface, information overload, and a tendency to distract them, causing time wastage. Conclusion This study concludes that Telegram provides an effective mobile learning platform for medical students during the current crisis, in particular. Moreover, it offers considerably more functionalities and fewer potential drawbacks than alternative applications. |
| Databáze: | OpenAIRE |
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