Neurosurgical Videos on YouTube

Abstract

Introduction Videos can become valuable teaching tools and YouTube is a useful tool to disseminate information. It was created in February, 2005; since then, there has been a rapid expansion of YouTube videos on several subjects. Neurosurgery is not an exception in this trend, and several channels on the topic are available at the YouTube website.

Methods We analyzed many articles related to the theme in several medicine specialties. In this study, we balance the pros and cons of this new technology, to foster a discussion of these changes, as well as to explain how to create and get the most from it. We also list some interesting channels and their features as examples and suggestions.

Results YouTube should be the main platform for supporting instructional videos, although it is important to be cautious at this time, as the platform still lacks good quality videos.

Conclusion This technology could turn into a very important tool for learning and teaching neurosurgery. Educational institutions should guide an effort for better quality videos and broader content coverage, which could also achieve superior training at no cost.

Resumo

Introdução Vídeos podem tornar-se ferramentas de ensino valiosas e o YouTube é uma plataforma muito útil para a disseminação da informação. Desde sua criação em fevereiro de 2005, houve grande expansão na quantidade dos vídeos de vários conteúdos e a neurocirurgia não está fora dessa onda, muitos canais relacionados podem ser encontrados no YouTube.

Métodos Analisamos artigos relacionados ao tema em várias especialidades médicas. Balanceamos prós e contras dessa nova tecnologia, estimulamos a discussão dessas mudanças e ainda explicamos como criar e ter máximo proveito. Alguns canais interessantes são também listas como exemplos e sugestões.

Resultados O YouTube deve ser a principal plataforma para vídeos instrucionais, mas nesse momento o conteúdo deve ser tomado com cuidado, uma vez que há ainda escassez de vídeos de boa qualidade.

Conclusão Essa tecnologia pode tornar-se importante ferramenta na aprendizagem e ensino da neurocirurgia. Um esforço para vídeos de boa qualidade e maior abrangência de conteúdo deveria ser guiado por instituições de ensino, que também podem conseguir treinamentos melhores e mais baratos.

Keywords

e-learning - youtube - instructional videos - internet - neurosurgery - education

Palavras-chave

e-learning - YouTube - vídeos instrucionais - internet - neurocirurgia - educação

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