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AFRICAN RESEARCH NEXUS
SHINING A SPOTLIGHT ON AFRICAN RESEARCH
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Introducing the 4Ps model of transitioning to distance learning: A convergent mixed methods study conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic
PLoS ONE, Volume 16, No. 7 July, Article e0253662, Year 2021
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Significant concern has been raised regarding the effect of COVID-19 on medical education. This study aimed to shed light on the distance learning experiences of medical students and their instructors at the Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. A convergent mixed methods approach was utilized. Qualitative and quantitative data was collected using a survey of closed-ended followed by open-ended questions. The percentage of the total average of satisfaction among stakeholders was 76.4%. The qualitative analysis led to developing the 4Ps Model of Transitioning to Distance Learning, which encapsulates four interrelated themes. It would be helpful to leverage the lessons learned to tailor blended medical programs with a reasonable mélange of experiences. The study also contributes to the mixed methods research by showcasing a means of adapting it to evaluate critical situations reliably and rapidly. Copyright © 2021 Otaki et al.
Authors & Co-Authors
Otaki, Farah
United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences
Zaher, Shroque
United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences
Du Plessis, Stefan Stephanus
United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences
Lakhtakia, R.
United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences
Zary, Nabil
United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences
Inuwa, Ibrahim Muhammad
United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences
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Citations: 13
Authors: 6
Affiliations: 1
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Doi:
10.1371/journal.pone.0253662
ISSN:
19326203
Research Areas
Covid
Health System And Policy
Study Design
Cross Sectional Study
Study Approach
Qualitative
Quantitative
Mixed-methods