Table 2.

Examples of Challenges Encountered While Remote Learning, With Possible Solutions

Problem/Concern	Possible Improvement
Poor computer audio connection	Dial‐in using phone connection
	Designate a moderator to provide real‐time feedback to the presenter
Poor image quality/latency in image focus	Use scanned (digital) slides instead of viewing slides in real time
	Alter slide‐driving habits by reviewing broadcasted images in real time; drive slides more slowly; become more cognizant of viewer experience
	Calibrate microscope
	Reconfigure imaging software
	Replace legacy hardware/equipment
	Designate a moderator to provide real‐time feedback to the presenter
	Optimize network bandwidth (eg, eliminate video of faculty or participants)
Security concerns (protected health information)	Select more secure software; optimize security settings in current software
	Do not verbalize or show protected health information unless necessary
Poor participant engagement	Request participants to share video and/or remain unmuted
	Integrate dynamic polling of participants
	Provide scanned (digital) slides for review before didactic
	Ask more frequent questions; call on participants
	Use a high‐yield sign‐out format