Virtual training through the application of the Echo model and its disruptive effect on medical education
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Training, Virtual, Knowledge test, Efficiency, Growth rate
Abstract
Rapid technological advancement has transformed the processing of knowledge in health matters. The need for equitable access to medical knowledge has driven the development of innovative solutions for health systems. The purpose of this study was to analyze the synergy and transformative potential of the ECHO Project’s teletutoring model with the implementation of online tests, as well as its effectiveness through increased participation. The research was quantitative, descriptive, cross-sectional, field-based, and non-experimental. Using the Zoom platform for analysis, presentations were performed on a topic and/or clinical case of internal medicine. The population consisted of 2,325 participants who completed the knowledge tests using free digital support, attending online training sessions independently. 48.62% of participants achieved full scores on their forms, while 75.80% of the answers were correct, in all the quantified values. The average score was 3.84/5, and the overall percentage of points obtained on the test was 76.80%. The growth rate in the number of participants exceeded 300%. The synergy between the two online strategies had a disruptive effect on the continuing education of professionals and future professionals.
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Lucila Jazmín De la Calle Andrade, National University of Chimborazo. Riobamba, Ecuador
Doctor of Medicine and Surgery. Master's in Applied Linguistics for English Language Learning. Research Professor in the Medical School. Member of the Telemedicine and Medical Education (TELEMED) and Neuroscience Research Group. National University of Chimborazo. Riobamba, Ecuador.
María Angélica Barba Maggi, National University of Chimborazo. Riobamba, Ecuador
PhD in Chemistry. Master's in University Academic Management. Research Professor in the Department of Medicine. Leader of the Telemedicine and Medical Education Research Group (TELEMED). National University of Chimborazo. Riobamba, Ecuador.
Edwin Gilberto Choca Alcoser, National University of Chimborazo. Riobamba, Ecuador
Doctor of Medicine and Surgery. Specialist in Internal Medicine. Research Professor in the Medical School. Member of the Public Health and Telemedicine and Medical Education (TELEMED) Research Groups. National University of Chimborazo. Riobamba, Ecuador.
Guillermo Gonzalo Gualpa Jaramillo, RESGAKMED, Quito, Ecuador
Doctor of Medicine and Surgery. Specialist in Neurosurgery. Independent Researcher at RESGAKMED, Ecuador.
Erika Valeria Calderón Barba, Riobamba Provincial General Teaching Hospital, Ecuador
Medical Specialist in Imaging. Riobamba Provincial General Teaching Hospital.
Francisco Yépez Hidalgo, Riobamba General Hospital IESS, Ecuador
Francisco Yépez Hidalgo. Specialist in Neurosurgery. Riobamba General Hospital IESS.