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Implementation and evaluation of a distance learning introductory course in medical informatics
1Division of Medical Informatics and Outcomes Research, Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland, OR 97201, USA. hersh@ohsu.edu
Context:
There is a growing interest in and need for continuing education in medical informatics delivered by distance learning.
Objectives:
Implement and evaluate a distance learning introductory course in medical informatics.
Methods:
A Web-based version of our on-campus "Introduction to Medical Informatics" course was implemented using streaming audio lectures, threaded discussion boards, and several other teaching modalities. Evaluation was performed using an adaptation of our on-campus course evaluation instrument.
Results:
The course was implemented with no major technological or pedagogical problems. Student satisfaction with teaching modalities and other course modalities was high.
Conclusions:
The learning technologies used in this course were implemented successfully and a Graduate Certificate Program is planned to further meet educational needs in medical informatics.