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Published on: April 6, 2019
Rapid implementation of open-access pandemic education for global frontline healthcare workers
Jacqueline Christianson1,2,3, Erica Frank4,5,6, Stacen Keating4,5,7
1Nurses International, PO Box 114, Anoka, MN, 55303, USA. Jacqueline.christianson@marquette.edu.
Background:
The recent global pandemic posed extraordinary challenges for healthcare systems. Frontline healthcare workers required focused, immediate, practical, evidence-based instruction on optimal patient care modalities as knowledge evolved around disease management.
Objective:
This course was designed to provide knowledge to protect healthcare workers; combat disease spread; and improve patient outcomes.
Methods:
A team of global healthcare workers responded by rapidly creating a competency-based online course. To promote transcultural applicability, the course was developed by an international team of more than 45 educators from over 20 countries. Course delivery included a built-in language translation tool, routine updates, and several innovative course design elements. User feedback was collected to determine efficacy of course content, structure, unique delivery elements, and delivery options.
Results:
An initial population of online learners (n = 147) living in 23 different countries and representing 22 languages completed the course and participated in post-course surveys. An additional population of learners (n = 505) attended an in-person offering of course materials. Course participants gave positive feedback and several requested additional courses in similar formats.
Conclusion:
Global open access education courses may provide needed resources to empower healthcare professionals during health crises. Responsive course design can accommodate diverse learner resources and transcultural applicability.
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