Evaluating Tailored Learning Experiences in Emergency Residency Training: A Comparative Analysis of Mobile-Based Programs Versus Paper and Web-Based Approaches (Preprint)

BACKGROUND In the rapidly changing realm of medical education, Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) is emerging as a crucial framework to ensure residents acquire essential competencies efficiently. The advent of mobile-based (MB) platforms is seen as a pivotal shift from traditional educational methods, offering more dynamic and accessible learning options. This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of MB applications in emergency residency programs compared to the traditional paper and web-based (PAWB) formats. Specifically, it focuses on analyzing their roles in facilitating immediate feedback, tracking educational progress, and personalizing the learning journey to meet the unique needs of each resident. OBJECTIVE To compare mobile-based (MB) emergency residency training programs with paper and web-based (PAWB) programs regarding competency-based medical education (CBME) core elements. METHODS An internet survey was conducted, and nationwide emergency training program participants were invited to participate. The study utilized stratified random sampling, based on the proportion of individuals in emergency residency training hospitals. RESULTS MB programs showed less frequent missed assessments (p=0.020), easier identification of the trainee performance trend (p<0.001), and easier identification of the required clinical scenarios and of the needed assessment (p<0.001) compared to the PAWB programs. The performance result of the MB programs can be presented in time through an impressive visual trend and rate of completion on the smartphone, thus allowing individualization of the training program compared with the PAWB programs(p<0.001). CONCLUSIONS In our nationwide survey, we observed that the Mobile-Based (MB) interface significantly enhances emergency residency training. It accomplishes this by providing rapid, customized updates, thereby increasing satisfaction and autonomous motivation among participants. This method is markedly different from traditional paper- or web-based approaches, which tend to be slower and less responsive. This difference is particularly evident in settings with limited resources. The MB interface is a crucial tool in modernizing training, as it improves efficiency, boosts engagement, and facilitates collaboration. It plays an essential role in advancing Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME), especially concerning tailored learning experiences. CLINICALTRIAL N/A