Virtual microscopy enhances the reliability and validity in histopathology curriculum: Practical guidelines

MedEdPublish (2016). 2019 Jun 19:8:28. doi: 10.15694/mep.2019.000028.2. eCollection 2019.

Abstract

This article was migrated. The article was marked as recommended. Digital pathology innovation and application in medical education have paved the path for a significant shift in the advancement of the medical curriculum. The new technology of virtual microscopy is a proven reliable and valid pedagogy method for histopathology learning objectives, and assessments. The current transformation has brought educators around the globe nearer towards the goal of achieving competence in Curriculum Inventory in the medical curriculum. This paper emphasises the practical tips and guidelines for cost-effective implementation and the successful use of Virtual Microscope technology to enhance the histopathology curriculum in a medical school.

Keywords: Computer-based Assessment; Digital Pathology; Learning outcomes; Teaching & Learning; Undergraduate education; e-learning/computers.