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Going the distance: Developing shared web-based learning programmes
SUE STANTON School Of Rehabilitation Sciences University Of British Columbia Vancouver BC Canada1
1School of Rehabilitation Sciences, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada.
Occupational Therapy International
|February 2, 2002
Summary
Providing continuing professional education for therapists is challenging in resource-limited settings. A web-based distance learning program was explored to meet diverse learner needs, assessing its feasibility and therapist interest.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Therapy Education
- Distance Learning Technologies
- Continuing Professional Development
Background:
- Continuing professional education (CPE) faces challenges in resource-limited environments.
- Learner needs in therapy are diverse and evolving.
- Advancements in communication technology offer new educational solutions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the feasibility of a shared web-based distance learning program.
- To address the varied needs of undergraduate and practicing therapists.
- To profile potential benefits, challenges, and therapist interest in distance learning.
Main Methods:
- Exploration of web-based distance learning program development.
- Pilot testing of the program.
- Assessment of therapist interests and educational needs.
Main Results:
- The study profiled potential benefits and challenges of distance learning.
- Pilot-test results were assessed.
- Therapist interests and needs were evaluated.
Conclusions:
- Web-based distance learning presents a feasible solution for CPE.
- Shared programs can cater to both undergraduate and practicing therapists.
- Understanding learner needs is crucial for successful distance education implementation.