P011: A learning module for better medical record review research.

Abstract

Innovation Concept: The objective of this research study was to create a flipped classroom, interactive, experiential learning module on how to do a medical record review study. It is designed for medical students, residents, physicians, and researchers to have a remote, online, but interactive experience that expands on textbook concepts. The “flipped classroom” means that learners will guide their own education. This learning module will include a pre-test, interactive video module, and a post-test. These components will ensure each learner reaches previously set learning goals and not only solidify the learning of learners but validate the educational method, proving its value. Methods: A review of the literature indicates that medical record review is a valuable method of research in emergency medicine however researchers may encounter methodological difficulties, and sometimes medical record reviews are performed in a suboptimal manner due to these difficulties. We are creating a learning module that builds off of the chapter in the Royal College Research Guide and elaborates on various elements, including sample size calculation. Previous work indicates that a flipped classroom approach in medicine to learning has been well developed and is backed by evidence as well as learner preference to guide their own learning. Curriculum, Tool, or Material: The learning module was initiated from the Royal College Research Guide chapter on how to conduct medical record review research. The module is a white board drawing style video that combines elements of explanation and elaboration of the chapter information and a step by step, learner-interactive example of a medical record research project creation. Conclusion: Medical record review research is accessible to many researchers due to the availability of data. This innovation would help ensure that with this availability, good research is being conducted. Future steps will involve testing and validating this learning module using the pre and post-tests, and expanding to create other, similar modules for other Royal College Research Guide chapters.