Assessing computer skills in Tanzanian medical students: an elective experience.

ABSTRACT:

Background

One estimate suggests that by 2010 more than 30% of a physician's time will be spent using information technology tools. The aim of this study is to assess the information and communication technologies (ICT) skills of medical students in Tanzania. We also report a pilot intervention of peer mentoring training in ICT by medical students from the UK tutoring students in Tanzania.

Methods

Design

Cross sectional study and pilot intervention study.

Participants

Fourth year medical students (n = 92) attending Muhimbili University College of Health Sciences, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Main outcome measures

Self-reported assessment of competence on ICT-related topics and ability to perform specific ICT tasks. Further information related to frequency o

SUBMITTER: Samuel M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC514556 | biostudies-literature | 2004 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature