[e-Learning: Basics of Sonography. Development of a Nationwide Entry-Level Module for Ultrasound Training in...

e-Learning: Basics of Sonography. Development of a Nationwide Entry-Level Module for Ultrasound Training in Switzerland Abstract. Teaching the rudiments of the theoretical and practical aspects of sonography is a challenge for many ultrasound course instructors, which is why the use of e-learning has come to the fore. An e-learning programme has already been implemented as part of a SGUM project: the "Fundamentals of Sonography" module. It has now been further developed in terms of teaching methods and content so that it can be offered as a "pre-course assignment" to participants in a variety of ultrasound courses. Based on theoretical knowledge and the evaluation of previous e-learning courses, the principles for the revision of the learning programme were developed and then implemented. After completing the four course sections, users should be able to operate an ultrasound device and understand the basic physical principles. This article describes the didactic concepts of the revision of the e-learning, the contents of the end product, and the implications for practice.