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The Gen-Equip Project: evaluation and impact of genetics e-learning resources for primary care in six European languages.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Genetic advances mean patients at risk of genetic conditions can be helped through testing, clinical screening, and preventive treatment, but they must first be identified to benefit. Ensuring quality of genetic care for patients requires genetic expertise in all health services, including primary care. To address an educational shortfall, a series of e-learning resources was developed in six languages to equip primary care professionals with genetic skills relevant for practice. The purpose of the study was to evaluate these resources using Kirkpatrick's framework for educational outcomes.

Methods

Mixed methods (qualitative and quantitative) were used over four phases of the study.

Results

A high level of satisfaction with the resources was reported. Knowledge and skills improved significantly after using the education material. Participants reported changes in confidence and practice behavior, including family history taking, seeking advice from specialists and referring patients. The resources helped users to learn how to explain genetics. Many visited the resources repeatedly and some used them to educate colleagues or students.

Conclusion

Gen-Equip modules are effective in improving genetic knowledge, skills, and attitudes for primary care professionals. They provide both continuing professional development and just-in-time learning for a potentially large global audience at a practical level.

SUBMITTER: Jackson L

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6752302 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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The Gen-Equip Project: evaluation and impact of genetics e-learning resources for primary care in six European languages.

Jackson Leigh L O'Connor Anita A Paneque Milena M Curtisova Vaclava V Lunt Peter W PW Pourova Radka Kremlíková RK Macek Milan M Stefansdottir Vigdis V Turchetti Daniela D Campos Mariana M Henneman Lidewij L Godino Lea L Skirton Heather H Cornel Martina C MC

Genetics in medicine : official journal of the American College of Medical Genetics 20180727 3

<h4>Purpose</h4>Genetic advances mean patients at risk of genetic conditions can be helped through testing, clinical screening, and preventive treatment, but they must first be identified to benefit. Ensuring quality of genetic care for patients requires genetic expertise in all health services, including primary care. To address an educational shortfall, a series of e-learning resources was developed in six languages to equip primary care professionals with genetic skills relevant for practice. ...[more]

PMID: 30050101

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The Gen-Equip Project: evaluation and impact of genetics e-learning resources for primary care in six European languages.

Purpose

Methods

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The Gen-Equip Project: evaluation and impact of genetics e-learning resources for primary care in six European languages.

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