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An investigation into specialty trainee engagement with e-learning.

Jeremy M Brown¹, Karen Kinloch², Nigel J Shaw³

¹Professor of Clinical Education, Postgraduate Medical Institute, Faculty of Health and Social Care, Edge Hill University, Ormskirk L39 4QP.

British Journal of Hospital Medicine (London, England : 2005)

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Paediatric specialty trainees use e-learning extensively but face challenges with site quality and validity. Improving e-learning resources is crucial for effective medical education.

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Area of Science:

Medical Education
Digital Health
E-learning Technologies

Background:

E-learning is increasingly integrated into mandatory and specialty medical training.
Ensuring the quality and accessibility of e-learning resources is essential for effective postgraduate education.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate paediatric specialty trainees' engagement with e-learning platforms.
To assess the quality of e-learning websites used in Health Education England North West.
To determine alignment with best practices in e-learning provision.

Main Methods:

A two-phase mixed-methods approach was employed.
Phase one involved a scoping exercise to identify trainees' preferred e-learning tools.
Phase two included a quality assessment of identified websites and telephone interviews with trainees.

Main Results:

135 respondents identified 86 e-learning sites.
Significant variation in site quality and accessibility was observed.
Trainees expressed concerns regarding the validity and legitimacy of e-learning resources.

Conclusions:

E-learning is a valued component of specialty training, offering convenience and breadth.
There is a need to address the variability in e-learning site quality and provide clearer guidance on resource validity.
Enhancing the quality and trustworthiness of e-learning platforms is critical for supporting medical education.