scholarly journals Gaining insight into the implementation of an e-learning smoking cessation course in Latin American countries

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana Vides-Porras ◽  
Paula Cáceres ◽  
Assumpta Company ◽  
Olga Guillen ◽  
Martha Alicia Arrien ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Smoking Cessation ◽  
Latin American ◽  
Tobacco Consumption ◽  
Evaluation Study ◽  
Continuous Medical Education ◽  
Learning Program ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Technical Problems ◽  
Promote Smoking Cessation ◽  
E Learning

Abstract Continuous medical education focused on health problems emerging in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) is scarce. Although tobacco consumption is increasing in LMICs, there is a lack of tobacco cessation training programs in these countries. To promote smoking cessation interventions in Bolivia, Guatemala and Paraguay, we adapted an e-learning program developed in Catalonia (Spain). This process evaluation study reports on reach, dose and satisfaction of participants with the course, as well as the contextual factors of its application. We conducted a multiple method evaluation, which included a survey and several focus groups, each one specific to the same type of healthcare professional (nurses, doctors, other professionals). Two hundred and ninety-two participants registered into the online course. The motivation for undertaking the course was different between doctors and nurses. The main sources of difficulty in enrolling and finishing the course were the technical problems experienced when accessing the platform, and lack of acquaintance with computers and the Internet in general. Our results show that implementing e-learning education in hospitals from LMICs is feasible, especially when there are similarities between participating countries and the country in which the original program was developed. However, several elements such as strong organizational commitment, technical support and resources and adequate communication channels should be provided to facilitate enrollment and training completion. Efforts to improve Internet access should be made to avoid jeopardizing students’ motivation to enroll and complete online training.

scholarly journals Development of an E-Learning Platform For EMTs In Ghana

2019 ◽  
Vol 34 (s1) ◽  
pp. s119-s120
Author(s):  
Joseph Bonney ◽  
Ana I. L. Namburete ◽  
Sesinam Dagadu ◽  
Nana Serwaa Quao ◽  
Maxwell Osei-Ampofo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Continuous Medical Education ◽  
Willingness To Participate ◽  
Learning Program ◽  
Hospital System ◽  
Distant Learning ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning

Introduction:The continuous development of the knowledge and skill of the emergency medical technicians (EMTs) in Ghana is important for the success of the pre-hospital system. Due to distance and time constraints, an online e-learning platform is a good way to educate the Emergency Medicine Technicians in Ghana.Aim:The study looked at the feasibility of developing a distant learning module for the training and continuous medical education of EMTs.Methods:EMTs in the Ashanti Region were randomly selected to be part of the study. They received online lectures and notes that were accessible by their mobile phones. They all received a test at the end of each model. The study measured their willingness to participate, average attendance for each model, and the scores for each model test. The study also measured the overall feasibility of the distant learning program.Results:The study developed a training course comprised of 7 modules: trauma and surgical emergencies, obstetric emergencies, pediatric emergencies, disaster management, medical emergencies, basic ultrasound, and medical research. Tests and quizzes were electronically sent to EMTs over the course of the research period, with an average test score of 70.14% (low: 35%, high: 95%) for the cohort. Feedback from participants showed gains in knowledge and skill delivery. The average attendance for all model was 56.6% ranging from 47.37%-63.16% for the models. Challenges for attendance included internet access, heavy duties, and other personal reasons. The post-training interview showed 100% willingness to participate in future online programs with the most common reasons stated as low cost, ease of attendance for models, and reduced expense.Discussion:The study concluded that online, distant learning models can be used in Ghana for training and continuous medical education for EMTs. It is an easy and cost-effective model compared to a face-to-face model.

scholarly journals EVALUASI PROGAM E-LEARNING BAGI PETUGAS LAPANGAN

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sridadi Pudjo Suparto
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Learning Strategies ◽  
Focus Group Discussion ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Training System ◽  
Learning Program ◽  
Technical Problems ◽  
Network Bandwidth ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Development

Abstrak: Evaluasi Program E-Learning bagi Petugas Lapangan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan efektivitas pengembangan e-learning dalam program KB dengan menggunakan model evaluasi Context, Input, Process, Product (CIPP) oleh Stufflebeam. Data yang diperoleh dengan menggunakan guided interview, focus group discussion dan studi dokumentasi tentang pengembangan e-learning. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan hal-hal sebagai berikut. (1) Prinsip-prinsip dan rasional mengapa e-learning perlu dibangun dalam sistem belajar program KB telah dapat diidentifikasi dan telah dapat dibuktikan kesiapan tentang sistem dan komitmen yang mendukung pengembangan e-learing tersebut. (2) Penyesuaianpenyesuaian perlu dilakukan dalam sistem pelatihan, aplikasi dari organisasi belajar, tim pengembang e-learning, strategi e-learning, desain dan standard bahan pembelajaran, jaringan, bandwith, peralatan, serta dana untuk mendukung proses interaktif dalam belajar. (3) Perlu pemahaman dari organisasi tentang diperlukannya dukungan tambahan jaringan dan bandwith dalam belajar. (4) Perlu pemahaman dari sistem lokal tentang faktor-faktor teknis untuk memperbaiki proses belajar, meningkatkan kecepatan, dan menghindari masalah-masalah teknis yang lain selama proses interaksi. Kata Kunci: e-learning, pengembangan, evaluasi Abstract: An Evaluation of the E-learning Program for Field Workers. This study was aimed to improve the effectiveness of the e-learning development in the family planning program using the CIPP evaluation model.The data were collected through guided interviews, focus group discussion and documentation. The findings of the study showed the followings. (1) The principles and rationales of the e-learning development could be identified from the readiness of the system and the commitment to support the e-learning development, (2) Adjustments needed to be done in the training system, the application of the learning organization, the e-learning development team, e-learning strategies, the design and standard of the teaching materials, the network, bandwidth, equipment, and budget to support the interactive process in learning. (3) The organization needed to understand about the required support in the form of extra network and bandwidth. (4) The local system needed to understand about the technical factors to improve the learning process, the speed, and to avoid other technical problems in the interaction process. Keywords: e-learning, development, evaluation

scholarly journals The Effectiveness of a Computer-Tailored E-Learning Program for Practice Nurses to Improve Their Adherence to Smoking Cessation Counseling Guidelines: Randomized Controlled Trial (Preprint)

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dennis de Ruijter ◽  
Math Candel ◽  
Eline Suzanne Smit ◽  
Hein de Vries ◽  
Ciska Hoving
Keyword(s):  
Smoking Cessation ◽  
Guideline Adherence ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Learning Program ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Counseling Experience ◽  
Behavioral Predictors ◽  
E Learning

BACKGROUND Improving practice nurses’ (PN) adherence to smoking cessation counseling guidelines will benefit the quality of smoking cessation care and will potentially lead to higher smoking abstinence rates. However, support programs to aid PNs in improving their guideline uptake and adherence do not exist yet. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to assess the effects of a novel computer-tailored electronic learning (e-learning) program on PNs’ smoking cessation guideline adherence. METHODS A Web-based randomized controlled trial (RCT) was conducted in which an intervention group (N=147) with full access to the e-learning program for 6 months was compared with a control group (N=122) without access. Data collection was fully automated at baseline and 6-month follow-up via online questionnaires, assessing PNs’ demographics, work-related factors, potential behavioral predictors based on the I-Change model, and guideline adherence. PNs also completed counseling checklists to retrieve self-reported counseling activities for each consultation with a smoker (N=1175). To assess the program’s effectiveness in improving PNs’ guideline adherence (ie, overall adherence and adherence to individual counseling guideline steps), mixed linear and logistic regression analyses were conducted, thus accommodating for the smokers being nested within PNs. Potential effect moderation by work-related factors and behavioral predictors was also examined. RESULTS After 6 months, 121 PNs in the intervention group (82.3%, 121/147) and 103 in the control group (84.4%, 103/122) completed the follow-up questionnaire. Mixed linear regression analysis revealed that counseling experience moderated the program’s effect on PNs’ overall guideline adherence (beta=.589; 95% CI 0.111-1.068; PHolm-Bonferroni =.048), indicating a positive program effect on adherence for PNs with a more than average level of counseling experience. Mixed logistic regression analyses regarding adherence to individual guideline steps revealed a trend toward moderating effects of baseline levels of behavioral predictors and counseling experience. More specifically, for PNs with less favorable scores on behavioral predictors (eg, low baseline self-efficacy) and high levels of counseling experience, the program significantly increased adherence. CONCLUSIONS Results from our RCT showed that among PNs with more than average counseling experience, the e-learning program resulted in significantly better smoking cessation guideline adherence. Experienced PNs might have been better able to translate the content of our e-learning program into practically applicable counseling strategies compared with less experienced colleagues. Less favorable baseline levels of behavioral predictors among PNs possibly contributed to this effect, as there was more room for improvement by consulting the tailored content of the e-learning program. To further substantiate the effectiveness of e-learning programs on guideline adherence by health care professionals (HCPs), it is important to assess how to support a wider range of HCPs. CLINICALTRIAL Netherlands Trial Register NTR4436; http://www.trialregister.nl/trialreg/admin/rctview.asp?TC=4436 (Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/6zJQuSRq0)

scholarly journals Maximizing the Impact of Digital Media Campaigns to Promote Smoking Cessation

2014 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 35-45 ◽  
Author(s):  
Youn Ok Lee ◽  
Behnoosh Momin ◽  
Heather Hansen ◽  
Jennifer Duke ◽  
Kristin Harms ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Smoking Cessation ◽  
Digital Media ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Evaluation Study ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Media Campaigns ◽  
Campaign Strategy ◽  
Promote Smoking Cessation ◽  
Promotional Materials ◽  
The Impact

Background and Purpose: Digital media (e.g., banner ads, video ads) is often used to encourage smoking cessation by increasing quitline call volume through direct promotion to smokers or indirect promotion through smoker proxies. This process evaluation study highlights the use of digital media in a proxy-targeted campaign to promote the California Smokers’ Helpline to health care professionals. Methods: Data were collected from October 2009 to September 2012. We describe the iterative development of the campaign’s digital media activities and report campaign summaries of web metrics (website visits, webinar registrations, downloads of online materials, online orders for promotional materials) and media buy (gross impressions) tracking data. Results: The campaign generated more than 2.7 million gross impressions from digital media sources over three campaign waves. Online orders for promotional materials increased almost 40% over the course of the campaign. Conclusion: A clearly defined campaign strategy ensured that there was a systematic approach in developing and implementing campaign activities. It also ensured that lessons learned from previous waves were incorporated; one lesson included the frequent rotation of new ad content to keep the target audience engaged.

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