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Thomas J Van Hoof¹

¹University of Connecticut School of Nursing, Storrs, USA. tom.vanhoof@uconn.edu

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Sequencing in continuing medical education (CME) programs strategically orders activities to enhance learning. This approach addresses educational needs and performance gaps by guiding participants through a learning continuum.

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Area of Science:

Continuing Medical Education (CME)
Educational Psychology
Instructional Design

Background:

Effective Continuing Medical Education (CME) design is crucial for improving healthcare professional performance.
Current CME programs may not optimally address learning needs or performance gaps.
A structured approach to activity ordering can enhance educational efficacy.

Purpose of the Study:

To define and explain the concept of sequencing in CME program design.
To highlight the importance of logical activity order for maximizing learning outcomes.
To illustrate the application of sequencing to both core programs and complementary activities.

Main Methods:

Conceptual analysis of educational sequencing principles.
Application of sequencing logic to the structure of CME programs.
Consideration of participant learning continua and performance gaps.

Main Results:

Sequencing involves applying explicit logic to the order of CME activities.
This strategic ordering aims to maximize participant learning outcomes.
The concept applies to the overall program structure and supplementary activities.

Conclusions:

Sequencing is a vital strategy for optimizing CME program effectiveness.
Educators must consider participant needs and learning progression when sequencing activities.
Effective sequencing enhances the impact of CME on professional development and performance.