Online Radiology Tutorial: A Step-by-Step Guide.

Sample Method for Teaching Online: This approach offers a practical session featuring hands-on, interactive experiences with real-world cases. It effectively enhances learners' reporting, image manipulation, and communication skills.

 

Sample Online Tutorial Setup:

Duration

  • Total Time: Up to 1 hour
  • Cases per Session: Up to 10, depending on complexity

Access

Education-DICOM
  • Remote Participation: Learners join via a meeting link.
  • Case Access: Learners access cases through a shared case collection link.

Flexibility

  • Location: Educators can host from anywhere.
  • Delegation: Educators can delegate teaching as needed.

Methodology

  1. Create a Case Collection:

    • Content: Curate up to 10 cases for the session.
    • Anonymity: Include a brief case history but keep the diagnosis hidden to encourage systematic analysis and active discussion.
  2. Share the Collection:

    • Link Sharing: Provide the case collection link in the chat at the start of the online meeting.
  3. Interactive Presentation:

    • Hot Seat: Nominate a learner to present a case by sharing their screen and review using the DICOM viewer.
    • Presenter Tools: Encourage the use of tools like fading arrows and lines to highlight findings.Presenter tools GIF
  4. Group Discussion:

    • Engage the Group: Discuss the case findings collectively.
    • Enhance Learning: The educator highlights key points, provides reporting tips, and poses additional clinical questions.
    • Rotate Presenters: Randomly nominate a new learner to present the next case.

Benefits

  • Wider Reach & Efficiency: Educate larger groups with fewer faculty, freeing up educators for clinical duties.
  • Space Optimization: Utilize a web-based platform to free up clinical workstations.
  • Safety & Privacy: Use secure, GDPR-compliant content with PACS quality.
  • Standardized Training: Maintain consistent educational standards across various locations.
  • Expert Involvement: Easily include guest subspecialists without logistical complications.
  • Convenience: Integrate education seamlessly into busy clinical schedules.

Tips for Success

  • Engagement: Rotate presenters and vary the case order to keep learners engaged.
  • Participation: Encourage group input, especially when difficulties arise.
  • Webcam Use: Promote webcam usage for a more connected learning experience.
  • Session Review: If possible, record the session and share case findings afterward.
  • Reuse: Recycle curated case collections with new groups to save time and effort.

Global Adoption

  • Countries Utilizing This Training Method: United Kingdom (UK)