Abstract
BACKGROUND: E-learning is driving major shifts in medical education. Prioritizing learning theories and quality models improves the success of e-learning programs. Although many e-learning quality standards are available, few are focused on postgraduate medical education.
METHODS: We conducted an integrative review of the current postgraduate medical e-learning literature to identify quality specifications. The literature was thematically organized into a working model.
RESULTS: Unique quality specifications (n = 72) were consolidated and re-organized into a six-domain model that we called the Postgraduate Medical E-learning Model (Postgraduate ME Model). This model was partially based on the ISO-19796 standard, and drew on cognitive load multimedia principles. The domains of the model are preparation, software design and system specifications, communication, content, assessment, and maintenance.
CONCLUSION: This review clarified the current state of postgraduate medical e-learning standards and specifications. It also synthesized these specifications into a single working model. To validate our findings, the next-steps include testing the Postgraduate ME Model in controlled e-learning settings.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 168 |
Journal | BMC Medical Education |
Volume | 16 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 8 Jul 2016 |
Keywords
- Clinical Competence
- Communication
- Computer-Assisted Instruction
- Education, Medical, Continuing
- Female
- Humans
- Learning
- Male
- Medical Errors
- Patient Simulation
- Quality Assurance, Health Care
- Software Design
- Journal Article
- Review