Harnessing the potential of large language models in medical education: promise and pitfalls.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To provide balanced consideration of the opportunities and challenges associated with integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) throughout the medical school continuum.

Process

Narrative review of published literature contextualized by current reports of LLM application in medical education.

Conclusions

LLMs like OpenAI's ChatGPT can potentially revolutionize traditional teaching methodologies. LLMs offer several potential advantages to students, including direct access to vast information, facilitation of personalized learning experiences, and enhancement of clinical skills development. For faculty and instructors, LLMs can facilitate innovative approaches to teaching complex medical concepts and fostering student engagement. Notable challenges of LLMs inte

SUBMITTER: Benitez TM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10873781 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature