Aug 12, 2026
Introduction: Traditional evaluation models, often linear and outcome-focused, are increasingly inadequate for the complexities of modern medical education, which demands more comprehensive and nuanced assessment approaches. Methods: A standardized continuing professional development activity evaluation instrument was...
Jul 9, 2026
A qualitative study exploring how nurses adapt to electronic health records is submitted to a journal. The reviewers agree the topic is timely and the interviews are rich, but the article is returned with a request for major revisions. Why? The research questions are vague, the sampling strategy is unclear, and the...
Jun 11, 2026
The underpinnings of adult learning theory are foundational to continuing medical education (CME). Several widely studied learning theories are relevant to medical providers including deliberate practice, situated learning theory and community of practice, social cognitive theory and self-determination, adaptive...
Nov 26, 2025
Introduction: Respiratory therapists (RTs) must apply competencies to address the health care needs of the public. Although all competencies are deemed essential, scholarly practice requires that professionals critically assess their practices, integrate evidence-based literature, and enhance the care they deliver...
Oct 6, 2025
In health care, cost-effectiveness analysis evaluates changes in health outcomes as a function of costs. The cost-effectiveness of continuing professional development for health care providers has not been historically well characterized despite substantial investment. This literature review identified...