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Table 2 Results of the focus groups, class observations and revision process

From: A blended learning training programme for health information providers to enhance implementation of the Guideline Evidence-based Health Information: development and qualitative pilot study

Identified need for revision

Revision conducted

Focus groups and class observations:

Whole training programme: A common thread was missing sometimes and the training concept was not transparent for some of the participants.

The explanation of the training programme’s structure had already been included in the sub-module 1.1 Introduction to EBHI and in the training folders. The structure will be made permanently visible in following training sessions (e.g. by using a poster).

Focus groups and class observations:

Sub-module 1.2 Treatment studies: The participants asked for a theoretical introduction to statistical and methodological terms on the basis of practical examples in preparation for the work tasks.

The module was better structured and an input phase including practical examples was planned before the work tasks after the first pilot study. Additional practical examples were added after the second pilot course.

Focus groups and class observations:

Sub-module 1.3 Evidence syntheses: Critical appraisal of the studies was regarded as too demanding in the first pilot study.

The work task on critical appraisal of a systematic review was divided up and planned as a group task.

Focus groups and class observations:

Sub-module 1.2 Treatment studies and 1.3 Evidence syntheses: Reading the translated studies was considered as very challenging and time-consuming by the participants of the first pilot study.

The study texts were shortened by deleting less meaningful passages.

Focus groups:

Online phase: Some participants mentioned that the online task on a systematic literature search requires more time, especially for beginners. The implementation of comprehensive literature searches into the working routine seemed to be challenging.

The work task was defined as optional for participants who are not involved in the methodical development of health information.

Focus groups and class observations:

Module 2 Application of the guideline: Some participants requested further explanation of the evidence behind the guideline recommendations as well as the evidence concerning pictures, comics and multimedia formats.

Some slides containing the evidence behind relevant recommendations were added.