Assessment of the Acceptability and Costs of Interactive Videoconferencing for Continuing Medical Education in Nova Scotia.

Langille, D. B.; Sargeant, J. M.; Allen, M. J.

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ERIC Number: EJ562160

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Publication Date: 1998

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Assessment of the Acceptability and Costs of Interactive Videoconferencing for Continuing Medical Education in Nova Scotia.

Langille, D. B.; Sargeant, J. M.; Allen, M. J.

Journal of Continuing Education in the Health Professions, v18 n1 p11-19 Win 1998

Two rural and two urban sites in Nova Scotia received continuing medical education via interactive videoconferencing. Although limited bandwidth and video and sound quality were concerns, 72% of 46 participants felt it was as effective as face-to-face instruction and appreciated not having to travel or lose work time. (SK)

Descriptors: Costs, Foreign Countries, Instructional Effectiveness, Interactive Video, Medical Education, Professional Continuing Education

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Canada

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