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Electronic learning in advanced resuscitation training : the perspective of the candidate

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Lockey, Andrew S., Dyal, Laura, Kimani, Peter K., Lam, Jenny, Bullock, Ian, Buck, Dominic, Davies, Robin P. and Perkins, Gavin D. (2015) Electronic learning in advanced resuscitation training : the perspective of the candidate. Resuscitation, 97 . pp. 48-54. doi:10.1016/j.resuscitation.2015.09.391

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Abstract

Background
Studies have shown that blended approaches combining e-learning with face-to-face training reduces costs whilst maintaining similar learning outcomes. The preferences in learning approach for healthcare providers to this new style of learning have not been comprehensively studied. The aim of this study is to evaluate the acceptability of blended learning to advanced resuscitation training.

Methods
Participants taking part in the traditional and blended electronic advanced life support (e-ALS) courses were invited to complete a written evaluation of the course. Participants’ views were captured on a 6-point Likert scale and in free text written comments covering the content, delivery and organisation of the course. Proportional-odds cumulative logit models were used to compare quantitative responses. Thematic analysis was used to synthesise qualitative feedback.

Results
2848 participants from 31 course centres took part in the study (2008–2010). Candidates consistently scored content delivered face-to-face over the same content delivered over the e-learning platform. Candidates valued practical hands on training which included simulation highly. Within the e-ALS group, a common theme was a feeling of “time pressure” and they “preferred the face-to-face teaching”. However, others felt that e-ALS “suited their learning style”, was “good for those recertifying”, and allowed candidates to “use the learning materials at their own pace”.

Conclusions
The e-ALS course was well received by most, but not all participants. The majority felt the e-learning module was beneficial. There was universal agreement that the face-to-face training was invaluable. Individual learning styles of the candidates affected their reaction to the course materials.

Item Type: Journal Article
Divisions: Faculty of Medicine > Warwick Medical School > Health Sciences > Clinical Trials Unit
Faculty of Medicine > Warwick Medical School > Health Sciences
Faculty of Medicine > Warwick Medical School > Health Sciences > Statistics and Epidemiology
Faculty of Medicine > Warwick Medical School
Journal or Publication Title: Resuscitation
Publisher: Elsevier Ireland Ltd
ISSN: 0300-9572
Official Date: December 2015
Dates:
DateEvent
December 2015Published
30 September 2015Available
23 September 2015Accepted
12 June 2015Submitted
Volume: 97
Page Range: pp. 48-54
DOI: 10.1016/j.resuscitation.2015.09.391
Status: Peer Reviewed
Publication Status: Published
Access rights to Published version: Restricted or Subscription Access

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