The purpose of this concept is to point out possibilities of converting the whole module “Health Care Management I (HCM I)” of a bachelor’s programme at a University of Applied Sciences taught face-to-face into an interactive online programme. The module is built of 50 (10 x 5) hours in-person lectures and 100 hours self-learning. Together with 3 more different modules it fills one semester and ends with a written assignment. The grades count to the overall degree.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Learning Scenario
Project Goal
Target Group
Learning Environment
Content of the Module HCM I (Modulhandbuch HCM I, IUBH / own course)
I. Healthcare and healthcare management
II. Health systems
III. Health systems in comparison
IV. Challenges of a health system based on solidarity
V. Health Tourism
VI. Company health care
VII. Fraud & Corruption
VIII. Assignment Preparation
Didactical Design
Media Usage
Learning Outcomes (Modulhandbuch HCM I, IUBH)
Assessment
Proposal for a concept for digital teaching "Health Care Management I"
Stage 1 – Access and Motivation
Stage 2 – Online Socialisation
Stage 3 – Information exchange
Stage 4 – Knowledge Construction
Stage 5 – Development
Final Assessment
Evaluation
Objectives & Core Topics
This paper outlines a structured concept for transitioning the "Health Care Management I" bachelor's module from traditional face-to-face instruction to an interactive online format. The primary objective is to maintain high-quality learning standards and student engagement in a virtual environment, specifically addressing the challenges posed by pandemic-related restrictions.
- Conversion of face-to-face pedagogical methods to virtual learning scenarios.
- Implementation of Gilly Salmon’s 5-Stage-Model for structured online learning.
- Utilization of digital collaboration tools like Moodle, Zoom, and MS Teams.
- Adaptation of knowledge transfer strategies to mitigate "zoom fatigue."
- Establishment of a "Community of Inquiry" to foster critical thinking and collaboration.
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Proposal for a concept for digital teaching "Health Care Management I”
A lot of theory, frameworks and facts have to be taught. In face-to-face teaching, the main teaching methods available were lectures, exercises, group work, and case study solutions. It does not seem appropriate to adopt these methods just 1:1 into the virtual world.
The phenomenon of "zoom fatigue" has already been mentioned (Hartlmaier, 2020). This is faster fatigue in online conferences compared to real meetings. For this reason alone, online teaching always must remain interesting for students and also has to contain additional elements to this end.
Assuming nearly no prior experience in online teaching is existing, it is appropriate to follow current frameworks. A valuable model for successful online learning was introduced by Gilly Salmon in 2000. She developed a 5-Stage-Model to support participating learners (Picture 1).
Summary of Chapters
Introduction: Defines the necessity of shifting the module to an online format due to the Corona Virus and sets the scope for the proposed digital teaching concept.
Learning Scenario: Details the operational framework, including the project goals, target audience, technical infrastructure, and the specific module curriculum.
Proposal for a concept for digital teaching "Health Care Management I": Describes the application of Gilly Salmon's 5-Stage-Model to systematically guide students through the virtual semester, from initial access to exam preparation.
Evaluation: Critically analyzes the feasibility of the digital transition, highlighting the importance of lecturer training and the necessity of technology as a tool rather than an end in itself.
Keywords
Digital Competence, Online Education, Health Care Management, Gilly Salmon, 5-Stage-Model, Zoom Fatigue, Community of Inquiry, Virtual Learning, E-Learning, Educational Technology, Pedagogical Frameworks, Student Engagement, Distance Learning, Didactical Design.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fundamental focus of this publication?
This document presents a conceptual strategy for converting a traditional face-to-face bachelor's module, "Health Care Management I," into an effective interactive online program.
What are the central themes covered?
The work centers on digital teaching methodologies, the application of pedagogical frameworks in a virtual space, and the management of student interaction in a distance learning environment.
What is the primary objective of this work?
The primary goal is to ensure that the learning quality and student outcomes remain comparable to classroom settings despite the limitations imposed by virtual instruction.
Which scientific framework is used to structure the course?
The course implementation follows Gilly Salmon’s 5-Stage-Model, which provides a sequence for gradually introducing students to online learning environments.
What aspects of the virtual learning process are addressed in the main part?
The main part covers the transition of pedagogical methods, the use of collaborative software, the management of student expectations, and the development of a "Community of Inquiry."
Which key terms describe this work?
Key terms include Digital Competence, E-Learning, Gilly Salmon’s 5-Stage-Model, and Virtual Health Care Management education.
How does the author propose to handle the challenge of "zoom fatigue"?
The author suggests that online teaching must remain inherently interesting and incorporate varied, active elements beyond simple lecturing to prevent rapid cognitive fatigue among students.
What is the role of the "Community of Inquiry" mentioned in the concept?
The "Community of Inquiry" is used to foster essential social and cognitive interactions, which the author argues are critical for learning success in a virtual setting.
How is the success of this digital conversion measured?
Success is evaluated through a combination of student course evaluations, self-assessment by the lecturer, and a comparison of student grades against those from previous face-to-face sessions.
- Quote paper
- Dr. Ulrich Schmitz (Author), 2021, Digital Concept for "Health Care Management I", Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/991752
