Table 2 Podcast use characteristics of all respondents
From: eLearning among Canadian anesthesia residents: a survey of podcast use and content needs
Respondents N = 159 (%) | ||
|---|---|---|
Methods used to view podcasts | ||
View (stream) online via computer | 71 (45) | |
Download material to a handheld device (iPod/other MP3 player/smartphone/tablet device) to watch later | 61 (38) | |
Download material onto computer | 53 (33) | |
View (stream) online via handheld device (iPod/mp3 Smartphone/tablet device) | 34 (21) | |
Manner in which podcasts are currently used | ||
Part of routine study | 76 (48) | |
To introduce a new topic | 60 (38) | |
Revision for exam | 33 (21) | |
Preview prior to case in the OR/Clinic/ICU | 29 (18) | |
Features of podcasts found to be valuable by respondents | ||
Ability to review materials whenever I want | 115 (72) | |
Ability to review materials wherever I want | 113 (71) | |
Ability to review materials at my own pace | 105 (66) | |
Ability to review materials repeatedly | 85 (51) | |
Podcasts best suited to respondents’ personal learning style | ||
Podcasts with audio and still images or powerpoint slides | 59 (37) | |
Audio podcasts | 54 (34) | |
Video podcasts | 45 (28) | |