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Quantitative Analysis of Oncology Professional Learning Preferences
Thomas J George1, Rami Manochakian2, Marie Wood3
1University of Florida Health Cancer Center, Gainesville, FL.
JCO Oncology Practice
|February 12, 2020
Summary
Oncology care providers have diverse learning needs and preferences, influenced by factors like age and practice setting. Tailoring educational resources can better meet these evolving professional development requirements.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education Research
- Oncology Professional Development
Background:
- The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is a leading global oncology professional organization.
- Understanding oncology provider learning behaviors is crucial for effective professional development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the learning behaviors and preferences of oncology health care providers.
- To assess learner preferences and utilization of ASCO's educational resources.
Main Methods:
- A longitudinal Learning Cohort Pilot Project involving 49 ASCO members from November 2015 to August 2016.
- Monthly feedback activities measured educational needs, resource preferences, and utilization.
- Statistical analysis, including Fisher's exact test and Holm's procedure, identified demographic associations.
Main Results:
- Statistically significant relationships were found between participant demographics and learning preferences.
- Age and practice setting were key demographic variables associated with varied learning preferences.
- Trends in provider learning preferences were identified based on demographic data.
Conclusions:
- Oncology care providers exhibit diverse professional educational needs and preferences.
- Tailored educational resources can potentially meet these varied needs.
- Further research and resource development are opportunities to enhance oncology education.
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