A training program using e-Learning to support medical teaching by learning management system: Moodle

Abstract

Introduction: e-Learning is increasing used in current teaching and learning environment. Moodle is accepted as an effective, freeware, learning management system in medical education. The objectives of the study were 1) to evaluate of learners, achievement 2) to evaluate of learners, satisfaction.

Method: The subjects were medical officers from different 16 departments of Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University. Thirty-two learners were enrolled. The training program was delivered an analyzed by dependent t-test. Learners, achievement and satisfaction were evaluated by questionnaires using mean and standard deviation for analysis.

Result: Learner achievement score was high with statistically significance comparing before and after training program (0.01). Learner satisfaction was high in general, content, and instructors aspects.

Discussion and Conclusion: In conclusion, staffs of educational unit were capable to be trained and using Moodle effectively. This training program is useful to support e-Learning for medical teaching.

Key words: Training, e-Learning using, Medical teaching