MANUSCRIPT: Web-based learning strategies in combination with published guidelines to change practice of primary care professionals
ABSTRACT
Background Published clinical guidelines need to be combined with effective educational interventions to produce change in practice. Problem-based learning (PBL) groups are effective; however, research studies have not looked at change in practice following PBL that is independent of group interaction.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2629824/pdf/bjgp59-104.pdf
Written by Brian S McGowan, PhD
Brian is a research scientist and educational technologist. He helped transform Pfizer’s Medical Education Group and previously served in educational leadership roles at HealthAnswers, Inc.; Acumentis, LLC.; Cephalon; and Wyeth. He taught graduate medical education programs at Arcadia University for 10 years. Dr. McGowan recently authored the book "#socialQI: Simple Solutions for Improving Your Healthcare" and has been invited to speak internationally on the subject of information flow, technology, and learning in healthcare.
