Application of distance educational technologies at the department of surgery of Sechenov University during COVID-19 pandemic

Introduction. The aim of this study was to assess the possibilities and results of distance learning technologies in the system of professional training of students of a medical university during the period of coronavirus infection (COVID-19) pandemic.Materials and methods. The article describes the experience of distance teaching in total, more than 2,500 students during the period of pandemic restrictions and full Lock Down at the Sechenov University. We use on-line lessons, video lectures, lecture presentations, methodical guidance, control tests in Russian and English, which were posted on the unified educational portal (UEP) of the University.Results. The average number of students who attended lectures increased by 45.6%, and for practical lessons- by 16.6%, 96.9% of them positively assessed the distance learning form for knowledge, skills and abilities.Conclusion. The use of remote learning showed the possibility for the development of theoretical knowledge without prejudice to the volume and depth of the information provided. Distance learning for medical education cannot completely replace full-time one, but it will serve as the basis for the further technologies in medical universities.