Evaluating the usefulness of E-learning in the Water Swallow Test Train-the-Trainer Programme
Training ＆ Education
National Healthcare Group Quality Improvement
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2019
Evaluate the effectiveness of e-learning in improving nurses’ competency in administering the water swallow test (WST). E-learning improves accessibility and consistency but requires supplementary hands-on training for competency.
Year Submitted: 2019
Published Date: 31 December 2019
Tags: Training ＆ Education, Learning Approach, Inter-Professional Education, Self-Directed Learning, Education Platform, Virtual Learning Platform, Learning Management, Assessment, Workplace Based Assessment, Train-The-Trainer
About this Content
Aims
Evaluate the effectiveness of e-learning in improving nurses’ competency in administering the water swallow test (WST).
Background
WST was traditionally taught one-on-one by speech therapists, leading to inefficiencies and inconsistencies in training.
Methods
Introduced an e-learning module for WST theory, combined with practical sessions; compared outcomes of e-learning vs traditional classroom-based training.
Results
56% of the e-learning group passed practical assessments in ≤3 sessions vs 86% in the traditional group; lack of demonstrations cited as a limitation.
Conclusion
E-learning improves accessibility and consistency but requires supplementary hands-on training for competency.
Lessons Learnt
E-learning alone does not adequately ensure competency; a blended approach with demonstration and interaction is crucial.
Additional Information
Advocated for refining blended learning approaches in healthcare.
Keywords
E-learning, Water Swallow Test, Dysphagia Screening, Nurse Training
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | Tan Tock Seng Hospital |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Group Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health, Healthcare Administration, Nursing |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Speech Therapy, Healthcare Administrators |
Project Lead(s) | Eunice Chua |
Project Member(s) |
Connect with this contributor!
Eunice Chua - eunice_chua@ttsh.com.sg
Project Attachment
32_TTSH_AHSP_Evaluating_the_usefulness_of_E_learning_in_Test_Train_the_Trainer_Programme_combine.pdf