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Deployment of computer-based training programs via a hospital intranet: methods used, lessons learned.
Christine L Covell1, Claude Lemay, Denis Gaumond
1McGill University Health Centre, and McGill University School of Nursing, Montreal, Quebec, Canada. christine.covell@muhc.mcgill.ca
Summary
This article reviews computer-based training implementation using hospital intranets. It highlights collaboration between nursing staff and information services for successful online learning initiatives.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Health Informatics
- E-Learning
Background:
- Hospitals increasingly adopt digital platforms for staff training.
- Effective implementation of computer-based training (CBT) requires strategic planning.
- Hospital intranets offer a scalable solution for delivering educational content.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review methods for implementing computer-based training (CBT) utilizing hospital intranets.
- To identify key factors contributing to the successful deployment of intranet-based learning.
- To provide a resource for nursing professionals interested in e-learning strategies.
Main Methods:
- Review of implementation strategies for CBT via hospital intranet.
- Emphasis on interdepartmental collaboration, specifically with Nursing Staff Development Teams and Information Services.
- Case study approach detailing a successful project deployment.
Main Results:
- Successful implementation of CBT achieved through extensive consultation and collaboration.
- Close working relationships with Information Services were critical.
- The project demonstrated the feasibility and benefits of intranet-based nursing education.
Conclusions:
- Hospital intranets are effective platforms for delivering computer-based training to nurses.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration is essential for successful e-learning initiatives in healthcare settings.
- This review offers practical insights for healthcare organizations seeking to leverage intranets for professional development.