E-Learning and E-Assessement: Two Big Challenges of Medical Education Management in Romania

Abstract

Background–digitalization in eastern European medical education is a stringent need of teaching and assessment processes, which must be updated to challenges continuously launched by medical students. In this context, our university implemented an e-learning and e-assessment system in histology, a preclinical education subject. Aim–to evaluate the impact of replacing a classic learning and assessment methods with a completely digitized one. Methodology–the new system impact on students’ skills and teacher’s performance, was evaluated by using an opinion pool questionnaire including as assessment criteria system compliance, student-teacher interaction, online access improvement and new facilities regarding e-assessment and time management was performed. Results–“computer gaming” was delightful for students. Management of information’s given to students was improved by a higher standardization and this, helped them to pass evaluations easier.

Keywords

• e-learning
• e-assessment
• exam management
• assessment