Abstract
Introduction/Background
Integrating authentic assessment in digital health has gained prominence as technological advancements reshape healthcare delivery and education. The literature review findings will be presented through case studies to explore the multifaceted landscape of authentic assessment within digital health, emphasising its application, challenges, and impact.
Methods
A systematic search was conducted across PubMed, Scopus, EBSCO, and Engineering Village to identify articles focusing on authentic assessment in digital health. The inclusion criteria included studies published between 2000 and 2023 that emphasised diverse digital health contexts and assessment methodologies. Key themes were extracted using a qualitative synthesis. The findings were then used to develop authentic digital health assessment case studies.
Results/Evaluation
The review identified that while diverse assessment strategies have been described, and while the authors of the included papers did not identify these assessments as authentic, we identified them as such. A diverse range of assessments in digital health spanned from traditional written assessments to telehealth interventions, mobile health applications, and virtual reality simulations showcasing the adaptability of authentic assessment across various technological platforms. Common themes identified included the alignment of assessments with real-world scenarios, the enhancement of critical thinking skills, and the fostering of interdisciplinary collaboration. Challenges, such as ensuring assessment authenticity in the age of ChatGPT and addressing technical limitations, were also identified.
Discussion
The findings emphasise the need for tailored assessment strategies that align with the unique characteristics of digital health technologies. Furthermore, the review explores potential avenues for future research, such as developing standardised frameworks for authentic assessment in digital health and exploring innovative technologies to enhance assessment authenticity.
Integrating authentic assessment in digital health has gained prominence as technological advancements reshape healthcare delivery and education. The literature review findings will be presented through case studies to explore the multifaceted landscape of authentic assessment within digital health, emphasising its application, challenges, and impact.
Methods
A systematic search was conducted across PubMed, Scopus, EBSCO, and Engineering Village to identify articles focusing on authentic assessment in digital health. The inclusion criteria included studies published between 2000 and 2023 that emphasised diverse digital health contexts and assessment methodologies. Key themes were extracted using a qualitative synthesis. The findings were then used to develop authentic digital health assessment case studies.
Results/Evaluation
The review identified that while diverse assessment strategies have been described, and while the authors of the included papers did not identify these assessments as authentic, we identified them as such. A diverse range of assessments in digital health spanned from traditional written assessments to telehealth interventions, mobile health applications, and virtual reality simulations showcasing the adaptability of authentic assessment across various technological platforms. Common themes identified included the alignment of assessments with real-world scenarios, the enhancement of critical thinking skills, and the fostering of interdisciplinary collaboration. Challenges, such as ensuring assessment authenticity in the age of ChatGPT and addressing technical limitations, were also identified.
Discussion
The findings emphasise the need for tailored assessment strategies that align with the unique characteristics of digital health technologies. Furthermore, the review explores potential avenues for future research, such as developing standardised frameworks for authentic assessment in digital health and exploring innovative technologies to enhance assessment authenticity.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages | 422 |
| Number of pages | 1 |
| Publication status | Published - 2024 |
| Event | Australian & New Zealand Association for Health Professional Educators Conference 2024 - Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide, Australia Duration: 1 Jul 2024 → 4 Jul 2024 https://eventstudio.eventsair.com/anzahpe-2024/ https://eventstudio.eventsair.com/anzahpe-2024/abstract-book (Abstract Book) |
Conference
| Conference | Australian & New Zealand Association for Health Professional Educators Conference 2024 |
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| Abbreviated title | ANZAHPE 2024 |
| Country/Territory | Australia |
| City | Adelaide |
| Period | 1/07/24 → 4/07/24 |
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Keywords
- Digital health
- education
- assessment
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Framing postgraduate curriculum and assessment for digital health
Tomkins, Zerina (Recipient), 14 Nov 2022
Prize: Competitive Fellowships