scholarly journals Evaluating the use of electronic networking for continuing professional development.

2013 ◽  
Vol 19 (63) ◽  
pp. 22-25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathryn Leach
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Computer Conferencing ◽  
British Library ◽  
Course Materials ◽  
European Collaboration ◽  
Information Professionals ◽  
The University ◽  
Electronic Networking ◽  
Information Networking

This article reports on the British Library funded research project 'The use of information networking for continuing professional development' in progress at the University of Brighton. The project aims to survey and review the current extent of, and promote interest in, the delivery of programmes of continuing professional development (CPD) for information professionals by means of computer networks, network-based course materials and computer conferencing. it will assess the degree of professional demand for programmes of this nature and evaluate the opportunities for, and barriers to, future development in this area with a particular emphasis on the support of European collaboration.

Teaching and Continuing Professional Development: an Italian experience

2006 ◽  
Vol 44 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Giovanni Putoto
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Clinical Governance ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
New Paradigm ◽  
Italian Experience ◽  
Key Factor ◽  
Development Of Competencies ◽  
Knowledge Competencies ◽  
The University

AbstractContinuing Professional Development (CPD) is a key factor for effective implementation of Clinical Governance. The development of a quality system is, in fact, strictly related to the development of competencies of healthcare professionals. Lifelong learning has emerged as a new paradigm that underlines the need to maintain and continuously improve knowledge, competencies and attitudes in the changing scenario of healthcare systems. CPD accreditation is another fundamental issue and a variety of voluntary and compulsory approaches can be recognised at an international level. The experience of the University Hospital of Padova may be useful to demonstrate that CPD can be addressed to implement a Clinical Governance project.

scholarly journals Konsep Continuing Professional Development (CPD) dalam Pengembangan Profesionalisme Pustakawan Universitas Negeri Semarang

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 31
Author(s):  
M. Z. Eko Handoyo
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Human Resources ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
International Federation ◽  
State University ◽  
International University ◽  
University Leaders ◽  
The University ◽  
Library Profession ◽  
Made In

Universitas Negeri Semarang (UNNES) has the vision to become a healthy, excellent, and prosperous international university in healthy, superior, and prosperous. To achieve its vision, the university has to develop human resources, including librarians as professionals in the field of libraries, documentation, and information. The efforts in developing the professionalism of librarians can be made by improving their competence. One of the concepts of developing library profession outlined by International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) is Continuing Professional Development (CPD). However, in general the implementation of CPD concept in library profession has not got much attention. The objective of the study is to find out the implementation of CPD concept in efforts to develop library profession at Semarang State University. Respondents consisted of 40 librarians, comprising those working at the main library (22 librarians) and at the departemental or faculty libraries. The study used quantitative method the result showed that (1) the librarians were not yet familiar with CPD concept; (2) UNNES Library has not implemented CPD concept in developing its professional librarians, (3) UNNES has not had a clear policy commitment in developing its professional librarians, (4) Continuous efforts have to be made in order to develop professional librarians at UNNES with the support of the university leaders.

The role of digital technology in providing education, training, continuing professional development and support to the rural health workforce

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Robyn Ramsden ◽  
Richard Colbran ◽  
Ellice Christopher ◽  
Michael Edwards
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Rural Health ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Digital Technology ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Rural And Remote ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Rural Health Workforce ◽  
Education Training ◽  
The University

PurposeEducation, training and continuing professional development are amongst the evidence-based initiatives for attracting and retaining rural and remote health professionals. With rapidly increasing access to and use of digital technology worldwide, there are new opportunities to leverage training and support for those who are working in rural and remote areas. In this paper we determine the key elements associated with the utility of digital technologies to provide education, training, professional learning and support for rural health workforce outside the University and tertiary sector.Design/methodology/approachA scoping review of peer-reviewed literature from Australia, Canada, US and New Zealand was conducted in four bibliographic databases – Medline complete, CINAHL, Academic Search complete and Education Complete. Relevant studies published between January 2010 and September 2020 were identified. The Levac et al. (2010) enhanced methodology of the Arksey and O'Malley (2005) framework was used to analyse the literature.FindingsThe literature suggests there is mounting evidence demonstrating the potential for online platforms to address the challenges of rural health professional practice and the tyranny of distance. After analysing 22 publications, seven main themes were found – Knowledge and skills (n = 13), access (n = 10), information technology (n = 7), translation of knowledge into practice (n = 6), empowerment and confidence (n = 5), engagement (n = 5) and the need for support (n = 5). Ongoing evaluation will be critical to explore new opportunities for digital technology to demonstrate enhanced capability and retention of rural health professionals.Originality/valueTo date there has been limited examination of research that addresses the value of digital platforms on continuing professional development, education and support for rural health professionals outside the university and tertiary training sectors.

The facts of continuing professional development for LIS professionals in Pakistan: a literature review

2020 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 263-271
Author(s):  
Qurat Ul Ain Saleem ◽  
Murtaza Ashiq
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Digital Literacy ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Professional Associations ◽  
Specific Reference ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Institutional Repositories ◽  
Information Professionals

Purpose Continuous professional development is an essential in-service and on-going learning process that provides an opportunity to young and mid-career professionals to update and align their skills in connection with the contemporary needs of library users. This study aims to identify and synthesize the literature on continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities for Pakistani librarians and information professionals. Design/methodology/approach This study is based on descriptive literature review published by Pakistani researchers with specific reference to Pakistani librarians and information professionals. Findings The findings revealed that albeit many initiatives have been taken by library and information science (LIS) schools and professional associations for developing the capabilities of librarians and information professionals, however, these initiatives remained spasmodic and limited to developing surface-level skills. Some emerging areas need to be addressed including information/digital literacy, research data management, data analysis and visualization and the skills to establish institutional repositories. Research limitations/implications The study was limited to CPD literature contributed by Pakistani researchers and the efforts taken by LIS schools and professional associations. Originality/value There is an immediate need to initiate a cohesive approach involving key stakeholders and to establish a platform purely working for CPD of librarians and information professionals focusing on current and future needs. The finding will be helpful for drawing foundation guidelines by library associations, LIS schools and librarian’s parent’s organizations regarding CPD opportunities.

scholarly journals Analysis of readiness of medical university graduates for labor activity

2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
pp. 180-185
Author(s):  
M. V. Alekseeva ◽  
A. I. Nikolaev ◽  
Victoria R. Shashmurina
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
University Graduates ◽  
Educational Work ◽  
Young Professionals ◽  
Legal Advice ◽  
Medical Standards ◽  
In The Beginning ◽  
The University ◽  
Medical University

Purpose of work orders to study the readiness of the Medical University graduates for work, a survey of 90 students of the dental and pediatric faculties of Smolensk State Medical University was conducted.Material and methods. Characteristics common to graduates were revealed: lack of confidence in the beginning of work, difficulties in communicating with patients, colleagues, employers, desire to work in budget medical organizations. The specifics of the faculty did not play a significant role in the choice of answers. Students in the pediatric faculty are more knowledgeable in continuing professional development, medical standards and clinical guidelines than dentistry students. Dentists are more practical in professional path choosing. For faculty of pediatrics graduates the last year of study escalates the problem of further professional choice, literally introducing young professionals into a stressful state who declare complete disappointment in choosing a profession.Results of the survey emphasize the need for vocational guidance, educational work with students of a medical university.Conclusion. Adaptation to work improving should be reflected in the content of work programs, activities to promote the employment of graduates, the possibility of obtaining legal advice at the university, the creation of a portal for posting resumes, and the widespread use of internships at workplaces.

scholarly journals Analysis of Dentists’ Participation in Continuing Professional Development Courses from 2001-2006

2010 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 179-184 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul Abbott ◽  
Kate Burgess ◽  
Eric Wang ◽  
Kang Kim
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Western Australia ◽  
Dental Education ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Education Committee ◽  
The University ◽  
Participation Pattern

Currently in Western Australia (WA) there is no requirement for dentists to participate in continuing professional development (CPD). The aim of this study was to determine the participation pattern of dentists in WA in CPD activities. Data was collated regarding registrants for courses conducted by the University Continuing Dental Education Committee. Information concerned number of courses attended by each dentist, location of work and year of graduation from university. Details of subject, length and type of courses conducted were also gathered. Most courses were half to one day in duration with many subjects covered. Between 10.1-24.4% of dentists registered in WA attended at least one course each year. Low numbers of recently graduated and older dentists attended courses. Similar percentages of metropolitan and rural dentists attended courses. Participation in CPD activities of dentists in WA was low. Half day or evening courses appear to be favoured by dentists.

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