This web site has excellent photos with descriptions. Includes multiple otic conditions with graphics, otoscopic images and short movies of video otoscopy, hearing and morphology case studies, and an extensive reference list that is organized by topic.
Since this is a commercial site, there is also information about video otoscopy equipments.
The images can be downloaded for personal usage. There is information included on how to print the images.
Type of Material:
This is a collection of case studies, graphics and short movie clips.
Technical Requirements:
The recommended screen setting is 1024x768 and 24-bit color resolution. The author notes that the site is best for Internet Explorer 5, but can be viewed with Netscape. The site also requires the use of Java.
Identify Major Learning Goals:
The author clearly states that the site is for audiologists although the author acknowledges that individuals receiving academic credit, professional continuing education with and without CME, and professionals who use video otoscopy equipment, use the site.
Target Student Population:
This material would be very useful for students and practitioners in medicine, nursing, and audiology. The material would also be of interest to faculty and students of biological sciences.
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Viewers should have an understanding of anatomy & physiology and pathophysiology as it relates to the ear.
Content Quality
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Strengths:
This is a comprehensive web site. It not only includes diseases and case studies, but also information related to hearing aids, video otoscopy equipment and anatomy and physiology
Concerns:
Improved navigation would facilitate use of the content.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
This site makes learning very efficient. The viewer can observe a variety of conditions in a very short period of time.
Concerns:
The site could be enhanced with learning objectives and information that progressively reinforces concepts.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
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Strengths:
The graphics are visually very appealing. The information in the case studies include an interpretation of the graphic or movie.
Concerns:
The navigation not well organized. The viewer has to scroll down the screen past information on equipment, equipment specifications, and awards before getting to a table. The navigation terminology does not clearly identify the contents.
Creative Commons:
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