Interactive hygiene training using free open source software.

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Education
• Infection Prevention and Control
• Digital Learning Technologies

Background:

• Regular hygiene training is crucial for healthcare workers (HCWs) to prevent healthcare-associated infections.
• Traditional training methods may have limitations in accessibility and engagement.
• Developing flexible, self-paced learning modules is essential for continuous professional development.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop an interactive, self-paced e-learning course for HCWs focusing on hygiene measures and infection prevention.
• To leverage HTML-5 package (H5P) plugin within a Moodle-based learning management system for course delivery.
• To evaluate the effectiveness and user satisfaction of the developed e-learning module.

Main Methods:

• An interactive e-learning hygiene training module was developed using H5P content types.
• The course was integrated into a Moodle learning management system at a tertiary care hospital.
• A short online questionnaire was employed to evaluate the course's usability, relevance, and impact on HCW knowledge.

Main Results:

• The e-learning course covered essential topics such as hand hygiene, multidrug-resistant organisms, and infection control.
• Healthcare workers reported high overall satisfaction with the course.
• Participants perceived an increase in their knowledge, noted the practical relevance, and rated the usability and comprehensibility positively.

Conclusions:

• The developed H5P-based e-learning approach offers a cost-effective and accessible method for digital hygiene training.
• This approach combines the benefits of commercial and non-commercial training, addressing existing drawbacks.
• The course content is adaptable for various healthcare settings, serving as a model for future digital hygiene education initiatives.