Document Type : Review article
Authors
1 Department of eLearning in Medical Sciences, School of Medical Education and Learning Technologies, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
2 Centre for Change and Complexity in Learning, University of South Australia, Adelaide, Australia
3 Department of Medical Education, School of Medical Education and Learning Technologies, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Abstract
Introduction: Learning Analytics (LA) has emerged as a potent tool in medical education, offering data-driven insights and personalized support to learners. This systematic review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of LA in medical education, exploring its applications, benefits, challenges, and future directions.
Methods: The study was conducted as a systematic review of learning analytics (LA) in medical education. A comprehensive search was performed in June 2023 across the following databases: ProQuest, Scopus, ERIC, Web of Science, PubMed, and ScienceDirect, with no restrictions on publication dates. The search resulted in a total of 1095 records, which were screened after removing duplicates, leaving 552 titles for review. Following the exclusion of irrelevant articles, 12 studies were selected for synthesis.
Results: Four key categories of LA applications emerged: curriculum evaluation, learner performance analysis, learner feedback and support, and learning outcome assessment. The
synthesis of findings underscores LA potential to enhance learning experiences, identify at-risk learners, and improve formative assessment practices. However, ethical and privacy concerns
warrant attention to bridge the gap between research and practice.
Conclusion: This review suggests a collaborative and mindful approach to leveraging LA in medical education. Balancing data-driven insights with effective, ethical, and human-centric
pedagogical practices is crucial. Addressing these concerns can ensure the integration of LA into medical education, fostering its transformative potential while upholding core values.
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