eHealth More than just an electronic record

The MOOC, “eHealth: More than just an electronic record!”, is multidisciplinary in nature, and aims to equip the global audience of health clinicians, students, managers, administrators, and researchers to reflect on the overall impact of eHealth on the integration of care. It explores the breadth of technology application, current and emerging trends, and showcases both local and international eHealth practice and research. The entire eHealth Course consists of 5 modules and takes about 5 weeks to complete. Completion certificates are issued on the basis of participation in all 5 modules. Completing the health practice assignment in Module 5 entitles you to advanced standing in some of the eHealth courses run by the Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Sydney.

What you’ll learn

• The fundamentals of eHealth and where it is heading
• What kind of health data we are currently collecting and how it will transform healthcare in the future
• How new technologies are helping health consumers participate in their own healthcare
• How eHealth can improve the coordination and efficiency of healthcare and what the barriers might be

Length: Self-paced 5 week course Study time commitment: 3 hours per week Assessable components: Assignment 1 in Module 2 (40%) and Assignment 2 in Module 5 (60%).

Guest presenters (listed in alphabetical order):

• Jordan Andersen | The University of Sydney
• Dr Teresa Andersen | Sydney Local Health District
• Dr Robert Birnbaum | Harvard Medical School / Partners Healthcare
• Melissa Brunner | The University of Newcastle & The University of Sydney
• Professor Jane Burns | Young and Well Cooperative Research Centre & The University of Sydney
• Professor Rafael A. Calvo | The University of Sydney
• Dr Andrew Campbell | The University of Sydney
• Dr Jelle Demeestere | John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle NSW
• Professor Hugh Durrant-Whyte | The University of Sydney
• Karen Finnin | Physios Online
• Professor Afaf Girgis | UNSW Medicine
• Anna Janssen | The University of Sydney
• Professor Judy Kay | The University of Sydney
• Dr Melanie Keep | The University of Sydney
• A/Professor Jinman Kim | The University of Sydney
• Dr John Lambert | eHealth NSW
• Dr Melanie Keep | The University of Sydney
• Dr Karen Luxford | Clinical Excellence Committee NSW
• Michael Marthick | Chris O’Brien Lifehouse & The University of Sydney
• A/ Professor Mark McEntee | The University of Sydney
• Professor Kathryn Refshauge | The University of Sydney
• Dr Ursula Sansom-Daly | Sydney Children’s Hospital, Prince of Wales Hospital & UNSW Medicine
• Dr Arran Schlosberg | The University of Sydney
• Professor Stephen Simpson | The University of Sydney
• Professor Leanne Togher | The University of Sydney
• Josh Zadro | The University of Sydney

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Syllabus

Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
Module 1 - What is eHealth?
Key question: “What are the fundamentals of eHealth and where is it heading?” To complete this introductory module you will need to view the video lectures for each lesson and complete the four listed ungraded learning activities. It is also recommended that you sample the module reference and further resource list to consolidate your learning.
Week 2
Module 2 - Health in our Hands
“How are new technologies helping consumers ‘participate’ in healthcare?” To complete this module you will need to view the video lectures for each lesson and complete the two listed ungraded learning activities. You are also required to complete the graded Peer Review Assignment 1 (40%) for submission as per the assignment instructions. It is also recommended that you sample the module reference and further resource list to consolidate your learning.
Week 3
Module 3 - Data and the “Quantified Self”
“What kind of health data do we collect now and how will it transform healthcare in the future?”
Week 4
Module 4 - Interacting with Health Professionals using New Technologies
“How can eHealth improve the coordination and efficiency of healthcare and what are the barriers?”
Week 5
Module 5 - eHealth in Professional Practice
“How can eHealth principles and technologies be applied in my own professional practice?”

FAQ

When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?

Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:

The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.

The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.

What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?

When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

Reviews

Nicely designed the course. Learned about lot of important topics.

well curated course. get to listen to a variety of professionals and how they apply/ contribute to eHealth.

Very interesting approach through interviews. Thanks for sharing with us such innovative subject. You rock guys!!!

I am a business professional but this course gives me an excellent view of eHealth in a wider perspective and importantly its innovative significant to business. Thank you for designing this course.