Peer Review

EKG Strip Simulator

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Reviewed:: Apr 14, 2020 by Biology

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Overview:

This interdisplinary content offers trans and multidisplinary approaches to learning which is supported in form of text, visual aids, tables, assessment as quiz and external references to understand what is ECG and its application.

The forum which not only allows to share the content and related applications to ECG but also enagages students and practisoners.

Type of Material:

The site is an interactive simulation that helps users learn how to read ECGs and correctly diagnose and treat complications seen on the ECG.

Recommended Uses:

Homework- Notes Making and Concept Making.
Team Work- Jigsaw
Alternative to laboratory exercise to real ECG and its analysis.

Technical Requirements:

This site requires a standard web browser, such as Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, etc.

Identify Major Learning Goals:

Students will learn what is an ECG.
Students will be able to relate and compare ECG to disease or symptoms.
Students will be able to analyze ECG outcomes.
Students will understand structure and function of ECG instrument.

Target Student Population:

College General Ed, College Upper Division, Professional

Working Professional students especially those taking university credits for example - Nursing and Public Health.

Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:

There are no prerequisites for this site, however, basic understanding of how to read ECGs will greatly improve the effectiveness of this material.

Content Quality

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Strengths:

Information is accurate and provides different avenues to increase the users knowledge
All images of ECG strips are high quality
The site presents strips in a manner that is congruent to what is seen in healthcare professions

Concerns:

There were no concerns about content quality at the time of this review

Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool

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Strengths:

Material is a good example of what might be seen in the healthcare field
Material is presented in a logical manner
Material promotes conceptual understanding
Can be done from remote locations after downloading research articles

Concerns:

Many links to external resources articles which may be updated or removes from websites.
This simulation may be too lenghty to be covered classroom.

Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty

Rating:

Strengths:

Images are high quality
No defective links were found
Navigation is easy and intuitive

Concerns:

Students who have not have ready access to research resources may need prior training to use.

Other Issues and Comments:: This is a site that will provide many students and professionals the information necessary to make accurate diagnoses in the healthcare field.
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