A journal club presentation typically includes the components below, but it should be customized to align with the journal club’s objectives and the participants’ background and knowledge.
Journal club presentations are often enhanced with slides or worksheets. Programs may have templates for you to use. Presentation ideas and templates can also be found through a simple web search. Below are a few examples of presentation templates from different disciplines and health professions.
Source: Schwartz MD, Dowell D, Aperi J, Kalet AL. Improving journal club presentations, or, I can present that paper in under 10 minutes. Evid Based Med. 2007;12(3):66-68. doi:10.1136/ebm.12.3.66-a
Participant engagement tools are crucial for journal clubs as they:
Help facilitate active participation, which is essential for deep understanding.
Encourage participants to contribute leading to a richer discussion and a more comprehensive analysis.
Make guided discussions more focused and productive.
Provide immediate feedback and insights into participant understanding, allowing for adjustments in real time.
Keep the meeting on track and ensure that all key points are covered within the allotted time.
Here are engagement tools that offer a free or limited free version:
Polling and Voting Tools
Discussion Platforms
Q&A and Feedback Tools
Collaborative Tools
Using these tools effectively can make medical journal clubs more engaging and productive, enhancing the learning experience for all participants.