E-learning Program for Danish General Practitioners
Author Information
Author(s): Waldorff Frans Boch, Steenstrup Annette Plesner, Nielsen Bente, Rubak Jens, Bro Flemming
Primary Institution: University of Copenhagen
Hypothesis
What factors influence the uptake of an e-learning program among Danish General Practitioners?
Conclusion
Only a small number of Danish GPs used the e-learning program in the first six months after its launch, with males and members of the Danish College of General Practice being more likely to participate.
Supporting Evidence
- 5.3% of Danish GPs used the e-learning program within six months.
- 90% of users logged on out of general interest.
- 94% of users rated their ability to conduct diagnostic evaluations as good or excellent.
Takeaway
Not many doctors used the online learning program about dementia, but those who did found it helpful and easy to use.
Methodology
A prospective survey was conducted among all Danish GPs, tracking their use of an e-learning program over six months.
Potential Biases
Self-reported data may overestimate actual performance and engagement with the e-learning program.
Limitations
The study may not represent all Danish GPs as only a small percentage engaged with the e-learning program.
Participant Demographics
{"average_age":54.2,"proportion_of_females":35.9,"members_of_danish_college":65.3}
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.001
Confidence Interval
95% CI 1.1; 2.0
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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