Astana IT University

​Department of General Disciplines ​

English for Academic Purposes

Module 4. IT in Health.
Week 8. Lesson 3.
Listening to the podcast

“The future of healthcare and Digital Health”

B2 level

2023-2024 academic year

 LESSON OBJECTIVES
Objective n° 1 Objective n° 2 Objective n° 3

to i mp ro ve stud ents’ to en ri ch stud ents’ vo cabul ary o n to familiarize

li steni ng th e t opi c “Digi tal Healt h” students with
comprehensi on ski lls a structure of
a podcast
 5 min
WARM-UP
What do you see in the pictures? What technologies do they represent?

1. What healthcare technology do you know? Which one of them do you use?
2. How has technology made it easier for you to communicate with your healthcare provider or
access medical information?
 E X E R C I S E 1 . Match the words and expressions with their definitions: 10 min
1. bird's-eye view A The process of providing healthcare services or treatments

2. congenital heart disease B A type of cardiac arrhythmia characterized by irregular and rapid heartbeats

3. atrial fibrillation C An overview or broad perspective of a situation or concept

4. cardiac ablation D Continuously measure and adjust the balance of (a physiological function or drug dosage)

5. titrate E A significant interruption or disturbance to an established process, system, or industry

6. care delivery F Digital tools or resources that guide and assist patients in navigating healthcare options

7. virtual navigators G Substances used for the treatment, prevention, or management of diseases or medical conditions

8. medication H A healthcare professional who practices medicine or provides medical services

9. practitioner I A condition present at birth that affects the structure or function of the heart

10. disruption J A medical procedure that uses heat or cold energy to destroy abnormal tissue in the heart
 5 min

EXERCISE 2

Watch the introduction of the Future Health Podcast’s episode “Digital healthcare and the future”
(https://youtu.be/w9LCVPi-Wa4) and answer the questions:

1.Who is the guest on the Future Health Podcast?

2.What is the guest's profession and where does he work?
3.What are some of the guest's passions or interests?
 EXERCISE 3 6 min
Watch the next part of the podcast (https://youtu.be/y24J7kOLics) and find the answers to the following
questions:
1. According to Tim Shaw, what is the current state of healthcare in terms of 3. How does Tim Shaw suggest using technology to improve the consumer
technology and digitalization? experience and continuity of care?
a) Healthcare is highly digitalized but lacks advanced technologies. a) By using virtual navigators and artificial intelligence.
b) Healthcare is both high-tech and highly digitalized. b) By employing students as virtual navigators.
c) Healthcare is high-tech but lacks digitalization. c) By integrating interactive voice response systems and SMS prompts.
d) Healthcare is low-tech and low digital. d) By gathering personalized data and tracking it between visits.

2. What are the two layers Tim Shaw considers when looking at new models of 4. Where does Tim Shaw suggest looking for examples of areas that do well in

care? terms of models of care?

a) Patient compliance and medication management. a) Other jurisdictions outside the United States.

b) Personalized data tracking and care continuity. b) The United States, particularly Boston.

c) Virtual care and artificial intelligence. c) Academic institutions with digital health programs.

d) Primary acute care data and virtual navigators. d) Offshore locations with advanced healthcare systems.
5. What role do virtual navigators play in the example provided by Tim Shaw?
a) They perform high-cost cardiovascular care services.
b) They communicate virtually with patients and provide support.
c) They collect primary acute care data for research purposes.
d) They manage patient compliance with medications and health regimes.

6. What is the benefit of using virtual navigators, as discussed by Tim Shaw?

a) They reduce the reliance on high-cost cardiovascular care services.
b) They improve patient outcomes and medication compliance.
c) They provide virtual care and interact with patients.
d) They replace the need for a care team in healthcare.

7. What technologies are mentioned as part of an effective solution in the example

discussed?
a) Artificial intelligence and virtual care.
b) SMS prompts and interactive voice response systems.
c) Artificial intelligence and virtual navigators.
d) Virtual care and an innovative workforce model.
 EXERCISE 3
Watch the next part of the podcast and find the answers to the following questions:
1. According to Tim Shaw, what is the current state of healthcare in terms of
technology and digitalization?
a) Healthcare is highly digitalized but lacks advanced technologies.
b) Healthcare is both high-tech and highly digitalized.
c) Healthcare is high-tech but lacks digitalization.
d) Healthcare is low-tech and low digital.
2. What are the two layers Tim Shaw considers when looking at new models of
care?
a) Patient compliance and medication management.
b) Personalized data tracking and care continuity.
c) Virtual care and artificial intelligence.
d) Primary acute care data and virtual navigators.
3. How does Tim Shaw suggest using technology to improve the consumer
experience and continuity of care?
a) By using virtual navigators and artificial intelligence.
b) By employing students as virtual navigators.
c) By integrating interactive voice response systems and SMS prompts.
d) By gathering personalized data and tracking it between visits.
4. Where does Tim Shaw suggest looking for examples of areas that do well in
terms of models of care?
a) Other jurisdictions outside the United States.
b) The United States, particularly Boston.
c) Academic institutions with digital health programs.
d) Offshore locations with advanced healthcare systems.
5. What role do virtual navigators play in the example provided by Tim Shaw?
a) They perform high-cost cardiovascular care services.
b) They communicate virtually with patients and provide support.
c) They collect primary acute care data for research purposes.
d) They manage patient compliance with medications and health regimes.

6. What is the benefit of using virtual navigators, as discussed by Tim Shaw?

a) They reduce the reliance on high-cost cardiovascular care services.
b) They improve patient outcomes and medication compliance.
c) They provide virtual care and interact with patients.
d) They replace the need for a care team in healthcare.

7. What technologies are mentioned as part of an effective solution in the example

discussed?
a) Artificial intelligence and virtual care.
b) SMS prompts and interactive voice response systems.
c) Artificial intelligence and virtual navigators.
d) Artificial intelligence, virtual care and an innovative workforce model.
 5 min
EXERCISE 5

Discuss the following questions.

1. What role do you think digital health will play in transforming the healthcare industry?
2. What are your thoughts on the potential benefits and risks of sharing personal health data in a
digital health ecosystem?
 W H AT I S A P O D C A S T ?
A podcast is a collection or series of digital audio or video files that are made available for
downloading or listening/watching via the Internet.
Each individual audio/video recording is known as a podcast episode.
Podcasts are typically hosted by an individual or individuals who lead a conversation, share stories, or
report the news.

There are a few popular podcast formats to consider: scripted fiction, interview, monologue,
nonfiction storytelling and conversational.
However, we are going to focus on a conversational format.

Conversational podcast format involves a panel of hosts who record themselves having interesting
and entertaining conversations on a specific topic. This could include comedy, sports, pop culture,
science, history, and more.
 EXERCISE 6 3 min
Match the parts of a podcast episode with the elements it includes:

1. Introduction 2. Main content 3. Conclusion

A Interviews, discussions, storytelling, or presentation of information

B Summary of the key points
C Introduction of any guests or co-hosts
D Overview of the episode topic
E In-depth exploration of the main topic
F Call to action, encouraging listeners to subscribe, leave reviews, visit the podcast
website
G Brief discussion on a relevant topic to engage the listeners and set the tone for the
episode
 EXERCISE 6
Match the parts of a podcast episode with the elements it includes:

1. Introduction 2. Main content 3. Conclusion

A Interviews, discussions, B Summary of the key points

C Introduction of any guests or co-hosts storytelling, or presentation of
information
F Call to action, encouraging
D Overview of the episode topic listeners to subscribe, leave
E In-depth exploration of the reviews, visit the podcast website
main topic
G Brief discussion on a relevant topic to
engage the listeners and set the tone for
the episode
 ASSIGNMENT: 01 SELECT A TOPIC RELATED TO IT IN HEALTH.
(List of recommended topics is on the next slide)

Create your own 02 ENTITLE YOUR PODCAST: Simple, direct and memorable

VIDEO PODCAST
03 PREPARE AN OUTLINE: Intro, main points/questions, outro Tips

D e a d l i n e : S u n d a y, We e k 9
04 WRITE A SCRIPT Tips

Work in pairs to hold a discussion on a

specific topic related to
IT in Health.
Follow the given steps.
05 PREPARE A SPACE AND EQUIPMENT FOR RECORDING
06 RECORD YOUR PODCAST: Use your outline/notes as a guideline
Tips
Take turns to ask questions and provide extended answers, engage in
active discussion and exchange opinions with your partner.
Both speakers’ faces should be in the frame!
07 EDIT YOUR VIDEO (Cut out unnecessary fragments, rearrange
segments if necessary, add some music and effects)

08 UPLOAD YOUR VIDEO PODCAST TO YOUTUBE.

Then upload the link to the video to Moodle.
 List of recommended topics

1. Telehealth
2. Health-related mobile apps
3. Wearable devices
4. Electronic health records (EHRs)
5. AI in medicine
6. Robotics in healthcare
7. Medical drones
8. Virtual reality in healthcare
9. Chatbots in healthcare
10.Health-related video games
 Assessment criteria Possible
score
Podcast Content
Podcast begins with an introduction (welcoming listeners, introducing the speakers, the topic, context and outline) 10
Main part consists of: 30
-Background information (5)
-Trends (5)
-Benefits and drawbacks (10)
-Personal experience and opinion (10)
Conclusion includes summary of the key information and outro with a call to action for reviews and subscriptions. 10
Delivery
Technical production: - Podcast has a clear sound with minimal background noise, volume is high enough and 10
consistent throughout the whole video; - Background is neat and the space has a good lightning.
Student speaks with a clear, strong voice and the manner of discussion is interesting 5
Speaker uses correct pronunciation 5
Student uses academic and topic specific vocabulary (minimum 10 out 50 words from weekly vocabulary bank) 10
Student uses simple and complex grammar structures of the level with accuracy and flexibility 10
The podcast points are discussed in a logical and coherent way 5
The podcast is between 6-7 minutes long. Speaking time is evenly distributed among all the participants. 5
Total score 100%
 REFLECTION

What have you W hat new W hat is a

learnt about vocabulary have podcast? W hat
Digital Health? you learnt today? elements does it
have?
THANK YOU