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Comparative health systems: international collaborative education using the internet.

R B Jones1, T Ostbye, A Clarke

  • 1Senior Lecturer in Health Informatics, Department of Public Health, University of Glasgow G12 8RZ, Scotland, UK.

Medical Education
|December 22, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Internet-based discussion groups effectively educated students on suicide prevention from a public health perspective. This online learning method proved valuable for meeting educational objectives in international student cohorts.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Medical Education

Background:

  • Suicide is a significant public health issue requiring effective educational strategies.
  • Traditional educational methods may have limitations in reaching diverse student populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of Internet-based discussion groups for educating students on suicide from a public health perspective.
  • To assess student satisfaction and achievement of learning objectives using this novel educational approach.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized an Internet listserver for international, postgraduate, and undergraduate student discussions on suicide.
  • Collected evaluation data from participating students regarding module effectiveness and learning outcomes.
  • Modified procedures based on initial evaluation for subsequent discussion rounds.

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Main Results:

  • 18 out of 32 respondents found the module worthwhile, indicating positive reception.
  • Student learning objectives were met, suggesting the educational approach was successful.
  • The use of Spanish with translation facilitated broader participation.

Conclusions:

  • Internet-based discussion groups offer a new and effective educational method for public health topics.
  • This approach facilitates international collaboration and knowledge sharing among students.
  • Further refinement of procedures can enhance the effectiveness of online educational modules.