Evaluación de competencias en redacción científica tras dos modalidades diferentes de cursos de formación: protocolo del Estudio SCRIU-B / Evaluation of competences in scientific writing after two different types of training courses: SCRIU-B study protocol

La redacción de artículos científicos es una de las competencias necesarias y solicitadas por los profesionales de la salud. Existen distintos formatos de cursos para adquirirlas, pero no siempre se evalúa objetivamente su impacto. Con un diseño experimental abierto y no aleatorizado, el estudio SCRIU-B pretende evaluar la adquisición de competencias en redacción científica tras la realización de cursos de formación específicos (presenciales y en línea), así como la satisfacción de los participantes. Se incluye un grupo control con alumnado de otras actividades formativas no relacionadas con la escritura científica. Mediante distintos cuestionarios de evaluación de conocimientos, actitudes y habilidades, se evaluará y comparará la mejora en competencias en redacción científica. Los resultados del estudio permitirán valorar la utilidad de los cursos y optimizar su formato e implementación. (AU)

Scientific writing is one of the competences required and requested by health professionals. There are several course formats designed for acquiring these competences, although the improvement after taking part in these courses is not always demonstrated. Through an open and non-randomized experimental design, the SCRIU-B study aims to evaluate the acquisition of competencies in scientific writing after specific training courses (face-to-face and online) as well as the satisfaction of the participants with these courses. A control group with participants from other training workshops not related to scientific writing is included. Through different questionnaires about knowledge, attitudes and skills we will evaluate and compare the improvement of their scientific writing skills. The results of the study will allow us to assess the usefulness of these courses and improve their format and implementation. (AU)

[Evaluation of competences in scientific writing after two different types of training courses: SCRIU-B study protocol]. / Evaluación de competencias en redacción científica tras dos modalidades diferentes de cursos de formación: protocolo del Estudio SCRIU-B.

Scientific writing is one of the competences required and requested by health professionals. There are several course formats designed for acquiring these competences, although the improvement after taking part in these courses is not always demonstrated. Through an open and non-randomized experimental design, the SCRIU-B study aims to evaluate the acquisition of competencies in scientific writing after specific training courses (face-to-face and online) as well as the satisfaction of the participants with these courses. A control group with participants from other training workshops not related to scientific writing is included. Through different questionnaires about knowledge, attitudes and skills we will evaluate and compare the improvement of their scientific writing skills. The results of the study will allow us to assess the usefulness of these courses and improve their format and implementation.

Students' satisfaction and perceived impact on knowledge, attitudes and skills after a 2-day course in scientific writing: a prospective longitudinal study in Spain.

OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to determine students' satisfaction with a 2-day course on scientific writing in health sciences and to assess their perceptions of the long-term impact on their knowledge, attitudes and skills. SETTING: 27 iterations of a 2-day course on writing and publishing scientific articles in health sciences. PARTICIPANTS: 741 students attending the 27 courses. DESIGN: Prospective longitudinal study. PRIMARY AND SECONDARY OUTCOME MEASURES: Immediately after each course, students completed a first questionnaire, rating their satisfaction with different aspects of the classroom sessions on a Likert scale (0-5). Approximately 2 years after the course, students completed a follow-up questionnaire, using a Likert scale (0-4) to rate their knowledge, skills and attitudes in relation to scientific writing before and after attending the course. RESULTS: 741 students (70% women) participated in the 27 iterations of the course; 568 (76.8%) completed the first questionnaire and 182 (24.6%) completed the follow-up questionnaire. The first questionnaire reflected high overall satisfaction (mean score, 4.6). In the second questionnaire, students reported that the course had improved their knowledge (mean improvement: 1.6; 95% CI 1.6 to 1.7), attitudes (mean improvement: 1.3; 95% CI 1.2 to 1.4) and skills (mean improvement: 1.4; 95% CI 1.3 to 1.4) related to writing and publishing scientific papers. Most respondents (n=145, 79.7%) had participated in drafting a scientific paper after the course; in this subgroup, all the specific writing skills assessed in the second questionnaire significantly improved. CONCLUSIONS: Students were satisfied with the format and the contents of the course, and those who responded to the follow-up survey considered that the course had improved their knowledge, attitudes and skills in relation to scientific writing and publishing. Courses are particularly important in countries without strong traditions in scientific publication.

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Evaluación de un curso itinerante sobre aprendizaje basado en problemas a través de dos encuestas / Survey-based assessment of a workshop conducted in several Spanish cities on problem-based learning

Introducción: En un intento por promover la formación en aprendizaje basado en problemas (ABP) entre diferentes profesionales de la docencia, la Fundación Dr. Antonio Esteve decidió organizar varios cursos en diversas ciudades españolas en colaboración con otras instituciones. Este estudio presenta la experiencia de cuatro años de formación en ABP (2008-2011) promovidos desde esta fundación. Sujetos y métodos: Se analizaron los datos de 11 cursos sobre ABP a los que asistieron 216 profesionales. En primer lugar, se obtuvo información sobre la satisfacción de los asistentes a partir de un primer cuestionario impreso entregado al final de cada curso. En segundo lugar, se analizaron datos adicionales obtenidos a partir de un segundo cuestionario de opinión enviado por correo electrónico meses después de finalizar el curso. Resultados: La satisfacción con el curso de los 194 participantes que completaron el primer cuestionario (tasa de respuesta del 90%) fue muy alta (mediana de 4 sobre 5). Un total de 54 participantes (tasa de respuesta del 25%) respondieron al segundo cuestionario, según el cual los participantes mejoraron sus conocimientos, actitudes y habilidades con una mediana de incremento de 3 para la mayoría de parámetros evaluados. Después del curso, el 39% de los asistentes indicaron que pudieron implementar el ABP en alguna de sus actividades docentes. Conclusiones: Los cursos fueron bien acogidos y han contribuido al aprendizaje en general por parte de los asistentes. Los cuestionarios también han servido para poner de relieve algunos de los problemas que limitan la aplicación del ABP en nuestro entorno

Introduction: In an attempt to promote problem-based learning (PBL), the Esteve Foundation organized several seminars for various teaching professionals in a number of Spanish cities. This study presents the experience gained in four years of running these courses (2008-2011), which were offered in collaboration with other institutions. Subjects and methods: Data were analyzed from 11 PBL courses involving 216 professionals. Firstly, satisfaction data were taken from a printed survey conducted at the end of each course. Secondly, additional data were obtained from a deferred opinion questionnaire sent by email several months after the course. Results: Satisfaction data for 194 attendees who completed the first questionnaire (response rate of 90%) were very positive (median: 4 out of 5). Only 54 attendees (response rate of 25%) responded to the deferred questionnaire. Participants improved their knowledge, attitude, and skills (median increase: 3 out of 5) in most of the parameters evaluated. Furthermore, after completion of the course, 39% of the attendees reported that they were able to implement PBL in some of their teaching activities. Conclusions: The courses were well received and contributed to the overall learning of the attendees. The questionnaires served to highlight some of the major problems in the implementation of PBL

Reflections on running training workshops for research ethics committee members in Spain between 2001 and 2008.

AIM: To present the experience of running workshops for members of research ethics committees (REC) in Spain from 2001-2008 by a non-profit institution. METHODS: We analyzed data from 7 sessions of the course, involving 165 health professionals. Data were taken from an opinion survey conducted at the end of each seminar and a deferred questionnaire sent after the workshops. RESULTS: Opinions of 122 participants who completed the first questionnaire (84% of the 146 attendees) on these training courses were very positive (median, ≥ 4.5 out of 5). The second questionnaire was administered a few months after each session, and a total of 43 participants responded (36% of 118). The participants improved their knowledge, attitude, and skills (median, 4.0 out of 5) in most of the areas evaluated. Furthermore, they believed that training for REC members should be mandatory (median, 5.0 out of 5) and carried out regularly (median, 4.0 out of 5). The lack of communication between RECs and limitations in monitoring clinical trials (median, 4.5 out of 5) were the main problems according to respondents. Training was rated as a strong necessity (median, 4.0 out of 5). CONCLUSION: The courses were well received, they contributed to the overall learning of the participants, and served to highlight some of the major problems faced by REC members. These results emphasize the importance of training.