Lessons learned while creating an effective emergency remote learning environment for students during the COVID-19 pandemic
Peter J. Vollbrecht, Kirsten A. Porter‐Stransky, Wendy Lackey‐Cornelison
Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic is forcing many institutions to consider remote, virtual instruction for the safety of employees and students. Based upon the authors' experiences in transforming preclerkship medical science courses to virtual platforms, this paper shares tips for faculty rapidly establishing remote medical science instruction. With planning and support, faculty can create engaging, high-quality educational experiences for learners.
Topics & Concepts
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)Pandemic2019-20 coronavirus outbreakSevere acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)Medical educationQuality (philosophy)PsychologyMedicineVirologyOutbreakPathologyInfectious disease (medical specialty)EpistemologyDiseasePhilosophyBiomedical and Engineering EducationCOVID-19 and Mental HealthDigital Education and Society