EDUCATIONAL AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES IN THE ACADEMIC CONTEXT: AN ANALYSIS OF THE IMPACTS ON THE TEACHING-LEARNING PROCESS

Abstract

Introduction: Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have been transforming superior education, particularly in Medicine, by increasing both theoretical and practical learning through tools such as virtual reality simulators and artificial intelligence (AI). These technologies provide a more dynamic and personalized teaching experience, but they also present challenges such as technostress and over-reliance on digital devices. Objective: To analyze the impacts of ICTs on the teaching-learning process in medical education, highlighting the benefits and challenges of their use in the academic context. Methodology: This study consists of a literature review, using the PubMed database, focusing on recent studies that address the application of ICTs in medical education, such as active methodologies and digital platforms. Articles published in the past year that directly discuss the use of technologies in medical education were included. Results and Discussion: Of the 289 articles found, 27 were analyzed. The combination of AI, simulation, and distance learning is reshaping medical education, offering new learning opportunities. However, ethical issues such as privacy and technostress need to be monitored to ensure the effective use of these tools. Conclusion: ICTs offer significant opportunities to enhance medical education, but their use must be balanced with traditional methods to ensure the comprehensive development of students, both in technical and humanistic skills.