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Effect of e-learning on health sciences education: a protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis

  • University of Dundee
Research Output: Contribution to journal Article Peer-review

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Abstract

E-learning has been widely used in higher education as it provides better access to learning resources online, utilising technology to enhance learning. Despite growing evidence claiming that e-learning is as effective as traditional means of learning, the evidence is still very limited. This protocol aims to measure the impact of e-learning as compared to traditional face-to-face learning, both measured and perceived, on health sciences education – in terms of improving students’/health professionals’ satisfaction, knowledge, skills, and behaviours and patient-related outcomes. We will conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis of both randomised controlled trials and non-randomised controlled trials. Major databases will be searched for studies, and will be reported in accordance with PRISMA. A thematic analysis will be conducted for the included studies. If sufficient data are available, the random-effects model for meta-analysis will be performed. The outcome of this study will provide a basis for developing the best methods of e-learning in health sciences education.

Publication Information

Output type

Research Output: Contribution to journal Article Peer-review

Original language

English

Pages from-to (Number of pages)

Pages 22-36 (15 pages)

Journal (Volume, Issue Number)

Bioscience Education (Volume 6, Issue 1)

Publication milestones

  • Accepted/In press - 22/01/2021
  • Published - 24/02/2021

Publication status

Published - 24/02/2021

External Publication IDs

  • handle.net: 10547/624834
  • Scopus: 85101656667

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