IT Experience and Attitudes of First-Year Medical Students in Denmark
Author Information
Author(s): Jens Dørup, Martin Allan
Primary Institution: University of Aarhus
Hypothesis
Are first-year medical students entering medical school equipped with the necessary IT skills for their studies?
Conclusion
The study indicates that while access to IT resources has increased, there is still a need for basic IT training in medical education.
Supporting Evidence
- 71.7% of students had access to a computer at home.
- By 2002, 90% of students used e-mail regularly.
- Internet access from home increased from 20.4% to 62.9% during the study.
Takeaway
Most first-year medical students have computers at home, but many still need help learning how to use them for their studies.
Methodology
Students completed a web-based questionnaire about their IT access and attitudes towards using IT in their studies.
Potential Biases
The 21% of students who did not complete the questionnaire might have different attitudes towards IT.
Limitations
The study did not record reasons for non-participation in the survey, which may introduce bias.
Participant Demographics
Average age was 21.6 years; 60.3% were female.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p < 0.001
Statistical Significance
p < 0.001
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