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Berglind Smaradottir1, Martin Gerdes1
1Department of Information and Communication Technology, Faculty of Engineering and Science, University of Agder, Norway.
Abstract:
Education in health informatics is an important contribution to the digital transformation in health care services, and there is a need to combine health and technology competencies. Traditional ways with separation of health sciences and computer science have shortcomings, and there is need for individuals with a holistic view and relevant education background for improving the technology-supported clinical work processes. This paper presents how the curriculum was organised in a course in "Understanding Technology", which was a part of a Master's Programme in Health Informatics. The course targeted different aspects of technology for students with a diverse background, and it was organised with the aim to provide the students with theoretical technical insights and apply the knowledge through problem-solving and practical use. The course was decentralised and had a student-centred teaching approach over one semester.
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