Purpose—The purpose of presenting the Ob/Gyn Sonography study material in this format is to provide an interactive, flexible, and easy to use learning environment. Learners can easily review test preparation and exam taking strategies and access Ob/Gyn sonography study materials three ways. The learn mode and the test mode allow users to study more effectively by enabling them to create individualized testing environments that can replicate the question mix of actual exams. Users can then score their exams by using the CD-ROM’s results analysis option. The product does a nice job of presenting the material and provides a valuable tool for preparing for the sonography exam.

Features—The mock exam covers all content areas tested by the actual exam. The extensive sonography image library allows users to review and enlarge over 150 ultrasound images while answering related Ob/Gyn study questions. The product also provides QuickTime files for use when studying. The software is easy to install and the learning interface is clear, easy to use, and has a useful help section. The learning interface can also be easily enlarged to increase the fonts and pages for readability. The only area that could be improved is in the answers to the study and test questions. When a user selects the wrong answer, the correct answer is provided with supporting evidence. Users are not, however, provided with information as to why their choice was incorrect.

Assessment— This is an easy to use comprehensive e-learning environment for those studying for American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Exam. The mock exam provides many practice questions with detailed answers for all content areas covered by the real exam. The interactive and flexible e-learning environment enhances the pedagogic value of the medical content provided.—Suzette Michelle Svoboda-Newman, BS, MS (Medical College of Wisconsin), Doody's Book Review Service