Course Description
In the last 10 years, advancements in technology have changed what is available to both radiologic technologists and radiologists, not only for their education, but for their day-to-day function. As technology advancements are made in the private and public sectors, they are applied to the medical imaging profession. The role of technology in medical imaging is evident, not only in the education of radiologic technologists and radiology residents, but in how radiologists are now able to view images in a mobile or stationary environment. It is important to examine how these devices can be used as an instructional aid or clinical assessment tool to determine whether they could be used effectively in the educational setting or as a reference tool prior to implementation. The following article will examine various technologic advances, discuss currently available virtual teaching programs, identify methods for incorporating handheld devices into conventional teaching programs, and describe how various mobile products/platforms conform to current compliance standards and regulatory guidelines.

Learning Objectives
After reading this article, the participant should be able to:

• Examine the evolution and impact of computer technology in medical imaging education, including the use of modern handheld devices and simulators.
• Discuss currently available virtual teaching programs and their applications in medical imaging education.
• Identify methods for incorporating handheld devices into conventional teaching programs.
• Describe various mobile products and platforms conform to current compliance standards and regulatory guidelines.

In order to receive CE credit, you must first complete the activity content. When completed, go to the "Take CE Test!" link to access the post-test.

Submit the completed answers to determine if you have passed the post-test assessment. You must obtain a score of 75% to receive the CE credit. You will have no more than 3 attempts to successfully complete the post-test.

Participants successfully completing the activity content and passing the post-test will receive 1.0 ARRT Category A credits.

Approved by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists for ARRT Category A credit.

This activity may be available in multiple formats or from different sponsors. ARRT does not allow CE activities such as Internet courses, home study programs, or directed readings to be repeated for CE credit in the same or any subsequent biennium.