Learners’ acceptance of a webinar for continuing medical education

Knipfer, Christian; Wagner, Florian; Knipfer, Kristin; Millesi, Gabriele; Acero, Julio; HUETO, J.; Nkenke, Emeka

doi:10.1016/j.ijom.2018.11.010

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“…A structured, self-administered questionnaire was developed based on a literature review and pretested. 8,12 A short introduction in the questionnaire explained the aim and the definition of distance-and face-to-face learning. There were 16 questions relating to distance-and face-to-face learning.…”

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“…[2][3][4][5][6] Besides, it has been proven that a well-accepted strategy for higher education successfully engages participants in beyond physical classroom boundaries. 2,7,8 Examining the first attempt at long-distance learning in the medical field, Blakeley and Curran-Smith 3 reported some astounding outcomes. According to them, it was difficult for registered nurses to continue their health education because of work and home conflicts; however, after completing their first DL nursing course, they could gain and apply new knowledge.…”

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“…Others expressed concerns about DL limiting interactions and causing technical difficulties, and how its efficacy depends on the instructional design used. [7][8][9] Thus, a combination of conventional teaching methods and DL may be an effective educational technique, particularly for undergraduates. [9][10][11] Moreover, it would be difficult to implement DL in the medical corridors for specific clinical skills and procedures.…”

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<p>Exploring Adult Learners’ Viewpoints and Motivation Regarding Distance Learning in Medical Education</p>

Mubayrik¹

2020

AMEP

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Introduction: Literature in education and training supports the notion that distance learning (DL) is the most effective mode of learning for health care workers to improve the quality of patient care. However, implementing DL requires pre-assessing learners' perspectives and attitudes for providing better delivery, essential support, and facilities. This study aimed to identify the viewpoints and attitudes of dental graduates toward DL in medical education and their point views of the effectiveness and efficacy of DL tools. Methods: A structured, self-administered questionnaire was distributed to registered adult graduates working in government-or private hospitals in a permanent position or for a long term (3 months or more). Data were collected and analyzed. Results: Two-thirds (67.9%) of the participants had previously attended a DL course. The highest ranked items on the participants' views on DL were ease of access, ability to take the course from any location, and be taught from anywhere in the world. Their perception of DL was analyzed in relation to gender and previous exposure to DL. Conclusion: This investigation revealed a positive attitude among graduates on the effectiveness of DL. Most respondents appreciated DL's convenience in terms of time flexibility and online attendance. Residents' attitudes toward DL and DL characteristics are major factors to consider when instituting or planning for DL. Continuous medical education through DL will continue to generate considerable interest as an international movement.

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<p>Exploring Adult Learners’ Viewpoints and Motivation Regarding Distance Learning in Medical Education</p>

Mubayrik¹

2020

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“…While the advent of online neurosurgical education is difficult to ascertain, various web conferencing platforms have hosted education and communication between medical practitioners [9][10][11][12]. Therefore, it is important to point out that while participants of this study utilized one online platform as a source of online neurosurgical education, this platform may not be representative of all online neurosurgical education.…”

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Closing the Gap in Global Neurosurgical Education via Online Conference: A Pre-Covid Survey

Downes¹,

Lykina²

2020

Cureus

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“…Both professional opportunities for research collaboration and personal gatherings are expected during a main event, and social interactions that occur during the meetings lead to important social behavior trends [12]. These features mentioned above will remain as a presential meeting characteristic.…”

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Online, face to face and hybrid meetings. What is the new normal in the COVID-19 era? A global collaborative survey by iTRUE group and UroSoMe working group

Castellani

Hameed

Tanıdır

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Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic there was a significant increase in online webinars, which were universally available and advertised via Social Media, eliminating geographic restrictions thereby achieving a broader audience.Objective: The primary outcome of our survey was to see how virtual meetings would fare vis a vis face-to-face meeting, and if there would any future role of a “hybrid" meeting concept. The secondary outcome was to find out the best webinar/ virtual meeting settings.Design, setting, and participants: An online global survey was done between 6th June, 2020 to 5th July 2020 via https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K26B5RQ. Using Delphi method, the survey questions were designed regarding webinars, face to face meetings and hybrid meetings, and circulated.Outcome measurements and statistical analysis: Categorical data were presented with counts and percentages, and comparison was done using Chi-square test and answers to Likert-like scale questions using the Mann-Whitney U test.Results and limitations: A total of N=526 urologists from 56 countries responded to the survey, of which N=386(73.38%) completed the questionnaire. The overall experience of participants was better in the face-to-face meeting followed by a hybrid meeting and webinar. After the COVID-19 pandemic, the preference for the type of conference was that of a hybrid meeting N=199(51%) than the webinar N=95(25%), using Zoom platform N= 283(73%) on laptop/desktop as the device of choice N=267(69%) and believed that a 1-hour webinar N=196(51%) was ideal at evening time N=277(72%) with 3-5 speakers N=242(62%) for each meeting. Although urology residents rated face-to-face meetings to have better cost-effectiveness when compared to consultants.Conclusions: The current pandemic has shown a trend towards online webinars; however, they are not a substitution to face-to-face meetings. Our survey shows an increased preference towards a hybrid meeting in the coming future which would be ideal for global participation, adding value to money and time.

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Learners’ acceptance of a webinar for continuing medical education

Cited by 56 publications

References 22 publications

<p>Exploring Adult Learners’ Viewpoints and Motivation Regarding Distance Learning in Medical Education</p>

<p>Exploring Adult Learners’ Viewpoints and Motivation Regarding Distance Learning in Medical Education</p>

Closing the Gap in Global Neurosurgical Education via Online Conference: A Pre-Covid Survey

Online, face to face and hybrid meetings. What is the new normal in the COVID-19 era? A global collaborative survey by iTRUE group and UroSoMe working group

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