ArticleBMJ open2018
Good, bad or indifferent: a longitudinal multi-methods study comparing four modes of training for healthcare professionals in one Australian state.
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7 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- Impact of clinical supervision on healthcare organisational outcomes: A mixed methods systematic review.PloS one · 2021Pooled it
- Comparing Web-Based and Blended Training for Coping With Challenges of Flexible Work Designs: Randomized Controlled Trial.Journal of medical Internet research · 2023Trial
- Virtual auscultation course via video chat in times of COVID-19 improves cardiac auscultation skills compared to literature self-study in third-year medical students: a prospective randomized controlled cross-over study.GMS journal for medical education · 2022Trial
- Comparing the effectiveness of online and onsite training for simulation facilitator: a quasi-experiment.Frontiers in medicine · 2026Article
- The Essentials: Upskilling a National Health Workforce in the Identification and Treatment of Eating Disorders.The International journal of eating disorders · 2024Article
- Training needs and curriculum of continuing medical education among general practitioners in Tibet, China: A cross-sectional survey.Frontiers in public health · 2022Article
- Toward Optimal Communication About HPV Vaccination for Preteens and Their Parents: Evaluation of an Online Training for Pediatric and Family Medicine Health Care Providers.Journal of public health management and practice : JPHMPArticle
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Abstract
objectivesThe aim of the study was to compare the differences in learning outcomes for supervision training of healthcare professionals across four modes namely face-to-face, videoconference, online and blended modes. Furthermore, changes sustained at 3 months were examined. DESIGN/
methodsA multimethods quasi-experimental longitudinal design was used. Data were collected at three points-before training, immediately after training and at 3 months post-training. Quantitative and qualitative data were collected through anonymous surveys and reflective summaries, respectively.
resultsParticipants reported an increase in supervision knowledge and confidence immediately after training that was sustained at 3 months with all four modalities of training. Using analysis of variance, we found these changes were sustained at 3 months postcompletion (confidence p<0.01 and knowledge p<0.01). However, there was no statistically significant difference in outcomes between the four modes of training delivery (confidence, p=0.22 or knowledge, p=0.39). Reflective summary data highlighted the differences in terminology used by participant to describe their experiences across the different modes, the key role of the facilitator in training delivery and the merits and risks associated with online training.
conclusionsWhen designed and delivered carefully, training can achieve comparable outcomes across all four modes of delivery. Regardless of the mode of delivery, the facilitator in training delivery is critical in ensuring positive outcomes.
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