Problem-based learning using a human patient simulator

摘要: can provide marks and feedback on a short essay view the given by other users. The tutorials were developed using multimedia authoring tool Macromedia Flash, allowing us to combine text, imagery animations. A re-useable template was used so that future tutorials, peer assessment, for example, could be easily added current collection. Evaluation of results impact small number practitioners individuals from school (11) invited complete an online evaluation form. consisted 4 items explored usability utility resource 5-point Likert scale (1 1⁄4 strongly disagree, 5 agree), 3 free text items. This constituted first-round evaluation, primarily identify any problems determine what improvements made before offering practitioner population. responses 11 participants overwhelmingly positive. All agreed or easy use, images interactive elements relevant subject matter, they would feel confident about assessing students after completing tutorials. Three commented it useful learning resource, giving good insights into assessment-related issues. Our experience suggests may convenient means introducing health care professionals assessment.