Getting Started

Just starting out or need ideas for creating engaging pre-session materials?

TIPS

  • Introduce yourself and your course to the students
    • Include a photo
    • Share a little about yourself
    • Course approach recommendations
    • Set expectations
    • Resource suggestions

Courtesy of Dr. Kim

Dr. Wisor Course Introduction

Courtesy of Dr. Wisor

EXAMPLES

Here are some examples that were well-received by students:

Pre-Lecture Videos

Organized by topic; videos range from 5 min to max 20 min

Courtesy of Dr. Henry Mroch

Helps students apply concepts to topic; gets them invested in the “why”

Courtesy of Dr. Jonathon Wisor

Pre-Lecture Readings

  • Organized by objective
  • Easy to digest, clear
  • Accompanying graphics and images

Courtesy of Dr. Jonathon Wisor

Pre-Lecture Slides

  • Organized by objectives
  • Combination of visuals and words
  • Fewer than 20 slides total

Courtesy of Dr. Darrell Jackson

EVIDENCE

"For the online student, embracing the online environment as opposed to trying to convert it into a traditional print-based one was an important strategy, but simple diligence in attempting "voluntary" exercises was by far the most important factor in student success"

-Scheines et al. 2005

Students are more likely to engage with online materials if they are short, interactive videos 

Geri et al. 2017

USMLE Content Outline

Refer to this resource to make sure topics and content align to those covered in the USMLE exams