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4.3 Towards a global superstore of quality-assured modularized learning programmes.
Richard Oliver1, Corrado Paganelli, Daniel Cerny
1University of Wales College of Medicine, UK.
Summary
Developing quality assurance criteria for dental e-learning is crucial. This work identifies best practices and proposes guidelines, suggesting an international body for ongoing refinement and a potential
Area of Science:
- Dental Education
- E-learning Quality Assurance
Background:
- The proliferation of dental e-learning necessitates robust quality assurance.
- Current assessment methods for dental e-learning vary significantly.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore challenges in developing quality assurance criteria for dental e-learning.
- To identify best practices and formulate guidelines for dental e-learning producers and assessors.
Main Methods:
- Comparative analysis of existing assessment methods.
- Identification of best practices in dental e-learning.
- Formulation of guidelines and criteria.
Main Results:
- Established criteria for assessing dental e-learning quality.
- Identified key areas for improvement in dental e-learning content and delivery.
- Proposed a framework for quality assurance.
Conclusions:
- Standardized criteria are essential for high-quality dental e-learning.
- An international body is recommended for guideline maintenance and a 'Seal of Approval'.