E-Learning
The development and availability of technology can revolutionize ophthalmic education, helping teachers and students connect efficiently and economically.
The ICO Task Force on Emerging Technologies for Ophthalmic Teaching & Learning (E-learning) seeks to explore new and emerging technologies for ophthalmic education and provide technical guidance for online Continuing Medical Education courses and other learning experiences.
This Task Force is led by Chair Eduardo Mayorga, MD.
Web-based Courses for Residents
World Ophthalmic Residency Development (WORD)
Technology for Teaching and Learning
Atlas of Ophthalmology
Web-based Courses for Residents
- Ophthalmic Pathology led by Dr. Deepak Edward
- Low Vision led by Dr. Vanessa Bosch
- Community Eye Care led by Dr. Daksha Patel and Dr. Van Lansingh
- Ophthalmic Ultrasound led by Dr. Eduardo Mayorga
World Ophthalmic Residency Development (WORD)
- www.icoword.org: A resource center and forum for ophthalmic educators
- Latest topics, teaching methods, and tools in residency education
- How to teach, what to teach and what to teach with
Technology for Teaching and Learning
- www.icotechnology.blogspot.com: A blog on how to teach
- Practical tips and information for educators on subjects like conceptual maps, adding narration to PowerPoint presentations, synchronous e-learning, Wikis, and teaching evidence based medicine.
- http://www.atlasophthalmology.com
- An online multimedia database, free of charge and edited by specialists in the field.
- The Atlas of Ophthalmology is officially endorsed by the ICO, and we encourage you to support and use the Atlas.
E-Learning Resources
Technology for Teaching and Learning Blog
A blog about ideas on new technologies for teaching and learning: what they are and how to use them. More »
- October 4, 2010
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ICO WORD Resource Center and Forum
WORD, www.icoword.org, is an online forum and resource center to enhance residency education, with a monthly email newsletter that highlights… More »
- May 19, 2010
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Strabismus Course: Online Slides
This English-language course is a series of PowerPoint presentations covering different topics in strabismus. The slides are available for… More »
- January 25, 2012
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Aravind Online Courses-Clinical & Non-Clinical Management
Aurosiksha is an online educational program that covers the theories, techniques and practical aspects of clinical and non-clinical management.… More »
- August 30, 2011
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What to Teach With: The Ophthalmic Surgery Wet Lab Toolbox
Starting in April 2011, this resource will periodically add techniques, ideas and tools for practicing different steps of ophthalmic surgery. In… More »
- May 8, 2011
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ACTIONed: Online Courses and Assessments for the Eye-Care Community
Assessment Certification Training Interactive Ophthalmology Network (ACTIONed) is an e-learning Web site that offers continuing education… More »
- May 16, 2011
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