Download the most recent PDF version of A Guide to Developing Live Virtual Group Patient Education
Developing and delivering virtual (online) education requires a unique set of skills. As we increasingly move towards this model of delivery, there will be exciting new opportunities and challenges to face. While many people are familiar with the basics of technology, both educators and participants will have varying levels of comfort using, teaching and learning within virtual platforms. This Guide was created to provide the knowledge, tools and skills needed to ensure everyone has a positive learning experience.
This Guide is intended to help anyone who would like to plan for, create and deliver live interactive virtual group education to patients, families and community members at large. It will walk you through the process as it relates to small or large groups and a variety of audiences.
This Guide was created in consultation with a wide range of experts including patients, clinicians, telemedicine experts, and educators. It will help ensure your virtual group education reflect the needs of your audience, are well delivered, engaging and easy to access.
This Guide is divided into 9 steps. These steps are meant to be addressed in an iterative process. It is important to revisit and reflect on the steps regularly to ensure you continue to meet the needs of your participants.
Each step has information and tips to help you:
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You will see a blue Action Items box at the end of each step. The tasks and tools in this box will help you complete each step. |
Note: If you are new to offering virtual group education, we recommend you read the full guide before implementing any of the steps involved.
If you wish to adapt this guide, contact pfep@uhn.ca. We will provide you with the appropriate acknowledgment statements. This will also allow us to know how the Guide is being used and how we can continue to build on and further this work.
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Based on your feedback, we will continue to revise the giude to reflect up-to-date best practices. We recommend checking it regularly for new updates.
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