Specificities of Remote Teaching of Traumatology and Orthopedics Course to Medical Students

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Abstract: The paper reports the results of organizing distant learning of Traumatology and Orthopedics course by Bogomolets National Medical University students of the fifth year of study in the conditions of quarantine. The authors present the experience of using Neuron portal developed on the basis of LMS Moodle in combination with MOOCs and videoconferencing and the results of student survey (N=47) after taking the course. 12-item Likert scale was used to assess students’ perceptions of on-line learning. The benefits are course efficiency in obtaining necessary knowledge and skills (61,7%), flexibility (80,85%), developing critical thinking (68,09%), creativity (68,09%), problem-solving skills (74,47%), collaboration skills (93,62%), teacher-student interaction (82,98%), self-directed learning (87,23%), enhancing computer literacy skills (80,85%), impact of distance learning on motivation (55,32%), filling the gap between theory and practice (74,47%). The drawbacks are problems with the Internet (38,3%), lack of digital literacy (12,77%).The research emphasizes the importance of developing collaborative learning skills which is realized by implementing a case-based method in online education, which promotes the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Some recommendations are given for teachers regarding learning process organization. The findings can be used by educators and course developers in Traumatology and Orthopedics in Ukraine and abroad.