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  • Digital Health Literacy

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  • Academic health sciences libraries play a crucial role in disseminating information and fostering digital literacy.
  • There is a growing need for accessible platforms where health sciences professionals can discover and learn about relevant mobile applications.
  • Informal learning and networking events can enhance professional development and knowledge sharing within the health sciences community.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the planning and execution of the 'Appy Hour' event series.
  • To share practical insights and lessons learned from hosting these app demonstration sessions.
  • To propose future strategies for expanding the reach and impact of 'Appy Hour' to a wider audience.

Main Methods:

  • The 'Appy Hour' event format involves informal presentations and live demonstrations of health-related mobile applications.
  • Invited speakers present featured apps, with active audience participation encouraged through Q&A sessions.
  • The event targets health sciences faculty, staff, students, and healthcare professionals, fostering a collaborative learning environment.

Main Results:

  • The event successfully provided valuable learning and networking opportunities for attendees.
  • Feedback indicated a positive reception to the informal, interactive format for app discovery.
  • The process of hosting the event highlighted the need for clear communication and speaker preparation.

Conclusions:

  • 'Appy Hour' serves as an effective model for health sciences libraries to promote digital health literacy and resource awareness.
  • The event's success underscores the demand for practical, hands-on learning experiences with health-related technologies.
  • Future directions should focus on sustainable event planning and outreach to maximize audience engagement and impact.