GP-VTS half-day release: evaluating a virtual group approach.
WHAT IS ALREADY KNOWN IN THIS AREA • Attendance at the traditional half-day release GP vocational training schemes (VTS) is becoming more difficult because of the European Working Time Directive, flexible working, etc. • There are many other avenues for learning available than just the half-day release. WHAT THIS WORK ADDS • It is possible to set up and run a virtual VTS group using modern technology blended with some meetings for group forming and sharing of project work. • The monitoring evaluation and review cycle can be used to refine such an educational. SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE RESEARCH • Further exploration of barriers to participation and possible solutions for individual learners in a virtual group. • How such developments can keep pace with, and make best use of continually developing communication technology.
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