Instructional Technologies
Instructional Technology & Design division of Ed Tech researches and evaluates emerging technologies used in medical education. This group partners across the organization to provide faculty development as it relates to educational technology and digital pedagogy. Explore a list of tools below, organized by topic. If you have any questions about using these tools or other technologies, please reach out to us in the planning process.
Active Learning
We recommend exploring the gamification and flipped classroom models to enhance student engagement and understanding. Learn more by clicking the link below.Anatomy Learning Technologies
Explore platforms that demonstrate and allow interactivity with anatomical structures and systems.
Audience Engagement Systems
These technologies create opportunities to participate in real-time through polls, quizzes and Q&A sessions. Explore software such as Point Solutions (formerly called Turning Point) and Nearpod for insight into student/audience understanding.Case-Based Learning
Technologies such as Aquifer provide structured learning experiences using patient cases to solve or examine in order to meet learning objectives.
Discussion Boards
We recommend using discussion boards to extend the conversation outside of the classroom. Canvas and Piazza are two options for continued participation, allowing learners to ask questions and/or reflect on information before/after/during a class session.
Learning Management Systems
A learning management system is used by students, faculty and staff to access and manage learning materials and to communicate information about academic achievement.
Remote Lecturing/Conferencing
Learn about teaching on Zoom or recording your lectures on Panopto.