To the point: medical education, technology, and the millennial learner

Laura Hopkins, Brittany S. Hampton, Jodi F. Abbott, Samantha D. Buery-Joyner, La Tasha B. Craig, John L. Dalrymple, David A. Forstein, Scott C. Graziano, Margaret L. McKenzie, Archana Pradham, Abigail Wolf, Sarah M. Page-Ramsey

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Abstract

This article, from the “To The Point” series that was prepared by the Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics Undergraduate Medical Education Committee, provides an overview of the characteristics of millennials and describes how medical educators can customize and reframe their curricula and teaching methods to maximize millennial learning. A literature search was performed to identify articles on generational learning. We summarize the importance of understanding the attitudes, ideas, and priorities of millennials to tailor educational methods to stimulate and enhance learning. Where relevant, a special focus on the obstetrics and gynecology curriculum is highlighted.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)188-192
Number of pages5
JournalAmerican Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Volume218
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - Feb 2018
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • medical education
  • millennials
  • obstetrics and gynecology
  • simulation
  • technology

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

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