BACKGROUND: This study aims to evaluate medical students' perception of the usefulness and effectiveness of an e-learning package developed to enhance the acquisition of consulting skills. METHOD: A survey with mixed method data analysis was conducted. Participants were 67 medical students completing their third year primary care rotation as part of a five-year degree at the University of Tasmania. Participants completed a 10 question anonymous online survey after using the elearning package RESULTS: Of the participants, 92% found it enjoyable and 95% found the e-learning package useful; 75% perceived it to be effective in increasing their performance and 91% believed it increased their knowledge in consulting skills. Benefits for participants' confidence, style and structure of consulting skills were found. CONCLUSION: Participants found the e-learning package to be enjoyable and effective. E-learning should be further utilised in a blended learning environment to support face-to-face teaching in consulting skills.
BACKGROUND: This study aims to evaluate medical students' perception of the usefulness and effectiveness of an e-learning package developed to enhance the acquisition of consulting skills. METHOD: A survey with mixed method data analysis was conducted. Participants were 67 medical students completing their third year primary care rotation as part of a five-year degree at the University of Tasmania. Participants completed a 10 question anonymous online survey after using the elearning package RESULTS: Of the participants, 92% found it enjoyable and 95% found the e-learning package useful; 75% perceived it to be effective in increasing their performance and 91% believed it increased their knowledge in consulting skills. Benefits for participants' confidence, style and structure of consulting skills were found. CONCLUSION:Participants found the e-learning package to be enjoyable and effective. E-learning should be further utilised in a blended learning environment to support face-to-face teaching in consulting skills.
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Blended learning; consulting skills; e-learning; medical
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