Experience, challenges, and acceptance of e-learning as a tool for teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic among university medical staff

Simran Manthan Patel

Master's thesis

Abstract:

This thesis aims at clarifing the perspectives of the medical staff regarding e-learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study employed a qualitative research design, utilizing semi-structured interviews with medical staff from various specialties and roles. The study aimed at exploring the medical staff's perception of e-learning, including its effectiveness and challenges faced in adapting to this model of learning during the pandemic, as well as potential long-term implications for medical education. The findings of this study provide valuable insights into the effectiveness and feasibility of e-learning in medical education during a crisis, as well as justify future efforts to enhance the quality of medical education, especially in times of crisis. It is hoped that the results of this study will inform policymakers, medical educators, and other stakeholders in healthcare to develop strategies to effectively implement e-learning while addressing the challenges faced by medical professionals in adapting to new modes of learning. This study can serve as a foundation for future research in exploring the potential of e-learning, and other innovative technological solutions, as part of medical education. Given the continued prevalence of healthcare crises, research on e-learning in medical education can help to identify effective educational interventions that address healthcare professional needs and support high-quality medical education, even in times of crisis. In conclusion, this thesis highlights the significance of e-learning in medical education during a healthcare crisis such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of understanding medical staff perspectives to ensure that educational interventions are designed and implemented in a way that effectively addresses their needs.

Keywords

COVID-19, WHO, E-learning, technology, education, medical staff, Internet, ease of use, statistical data analysis, user acceptance

Language used: English

Date on which the thesis was submitted / produced: 3. 4. 2023

Thesis defence

• Date of defence: 24. 5. 2023
• Supervisor: PhDr. Mgr. Lenka Kučírková, Ph.D.
• Reader: Petra Jarkovská, externi

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague

Faculty of Economics and Management

Master programme:
Economics and Management