Exploring the Needs for Developing MOOC Module on Risk Communication in Global Health Emergencies for Continuing Nursing Education Programme: A Qualitative Study

Authors

  • Khin Thandar Aung
  • Rafiza Abdul Razak
  • Nor Nazrina Mohd Nazry
  • Noor Azizah Mohd Ali Mohd Ali

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51200/bjms.v17i2.4107

Keywords:

MOOC module, risk communication , global health emergencies, continuing nursing education (CNE)

Abstract

To support the learning process, it is essential to conduct a needs analysis to identify appropriate instructional materials that fit the learners’ characteristics and learning environment. This study aimed to identify the need for developing a MOOC module on risk communication in global health emergencies to use as a teaching tool for continuing nursing education programmes. Following the principles of a qualitative research design, a total of 14 participants, including two nursing lecturers from Kulliyyah of Nursing, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), two nurse managers (matrons), two emergency physicians, and eight registered nurses (RN) from SASMEC @ IIUM, were selected through purposive sampling method and interviewed using semi-structured interview-guided questions. The interview data were analysed using thematic analysis. The participants stated that continuing nursing education (CNE) was essential for professional development (PD) and a resource for enhancing existing skills and knowledge. Risk communication skills were crucial for nurses in emergency healthcare contexts. The majority of this study’s participants were unfamiliar with MOOC courses and stated that support and motivation from their institution, as well as monitoring of participation and course completion, were needed to implement MOOC courses successfully. To sum up, understanding of continuing education, current risk communication knowledge and literacy, and awareness of MOOCs were explored. These realities will support the
development of the risk communication MOOC module that will help improve nurses’ risk communication skills and better prepare them for future global health emergencies. 

Author Biographies

Khin Thandar Aung

1 Department of Critical Care Nursing,

Kulliyyah of Nursing,

International Islamic University Malaysia,

Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia


2 Department of Curriculum and Instructional Technology,

Faculty of Education,

Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Rafiza Abdul Razak

Department of Curriculum and Instructional Technology,

Faculty of Education,

Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Nor Nazrina Mohd Nazry

Department of Curriculum and Instructional Technology,

Faculty of Education,

Universiti Malaya,

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Noor Azizah Mohd Ali Mohd Ali

Department of Critical Care Nursing,

Kulliyyah of Nursing,

International Islamic University Malaysia,

Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia

Published

2023-05-31

How to Cite

Khin Thandar Aung, Rafiza Abdul Razak, Nor Nazrina Mohd Nazry, & Noor Azizah Mohd Ali Mohd Ali. (2023). Exploring the Needs for Developing MOOC Module on Risk Communication in Global Health Emergencies for Continuing Nursing Education Programme: A Qualitative Study. Borneo Journal of Medical Sciences (BJMS), 17(2), 4–17. https://doi.org/10.51200/bjms.v17i2.4107
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