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Using multi media to enhance a flexible learning program: lessons learned
1School of Mathematical and Decision Sciences, Faculty of Informatics and Communication, Central Queensland University, Rockhampton, Australia.
Proceedings. AMIA Symposium
|November 24, 1999
Summary
Flexible learning using print, videoconferencing, and web classrooms effectively delivers continuing education to health professionals. This approach supports evidence-based practice through informatics.
Area of Science:
- Continuing education
- Health informatics
- Flexible learning
Background:
- Central Queensland University is a recognized distance education provider.
- The university has infrastructure for multimedia learning materials.
- A symposium was held in November 1998 linking twelve sites via video conferencing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a blended learning approach for continuing education.
- To assess the use of informatics in supporting evidence-based practice for health professionals.
Main Methods:
- A symposium and working conference utilized videoconferencing, print materials, and a web-based classroom.
- Twelve sites, including Auckland, NZ, were linked.
- Telstra's Conferlink facilitated the videoconferencing.
Main Results:
- The combination of print, videoconferencing, and web classrooms proved effective for continuing education.
- The symposium successfully reached clinicians.
- The value of informatics for evidence-based practice was demonstrated.
Conclusions:
- A blended learning approach is suitable for delivering continuing education to health professionals.
- Informatics can effectively support evidence-based practice in healthcare.
- This model facilitates flexible and accessible professional development.