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Dominique Guillaume1,2, Erica Troncoso1, Brenice Duroseau2
1Jhpiego, Baltimore, MD, United States.
JMIR Medical Education
|June 7, 2022
Summary
Digital technology enhances continuing professional development (CPD) for healthcare workers in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Mobile-social learning, combining virtual education with peer interaction, improves learning outcomes and social support.
Area of Science:
- Digital Health
- Medical Education
- Global Health
Background:
- Continuing professional development (CPD) is crucial for healthcare workers but limited in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
- Digital technology offers a viable solution for delivering CPD virtually and fostering peer-to-peer or mentor interaction.
- Digital strategies can improve healthcare workforce retention and capacity in LMICs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review digital platforms used for CPD among healthcare workers and students in LMICs.
- To assess the integration of virtual peer or mentor interaction within these digital CPD platforms.
- To define and evaluate this combined approach as 'mobile-social learning'.
Main Methods:
- An integrative review following PRISMA guidelines was conducted.
- Searched databases and gray literature for qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods studies.
- Included studies in English, conducted in LMICs, using mobile devices for CPD and virtual interaction.
Main Results:
- 31 studies were included, with SMS and mobile instant messaging being common platforms (81%).
- High participant acceptability for digital learning and interaction was reported.
- Mobile-social learning positively impacted learning outcomes (87%), including knowledge sharing, skills, and service delivery, and improved social support (29%).
Conclusions:
- Mobile-social learning is an effective modality for curriculum dissemination and skill training.
- The integration of mobile and social learning enhances learning outcomes and social capital.
- Addressing implementation challenges like resource access and scheduling is key for successful digital CPD in LMICs.
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