Clinical Examinations in Paediatrics: General Physical Examination
This multimedia-based module is part of a series designed for medical students to assist in preparation for clinical examinations in paediatrics. This module explores basic guidelines for paediatrics as well as the general physical examination for children. more
Clinical Examinations in Gynaecology: Pelvic Examination
This multimedia-based module is part of a series designed for medical students to assist in preparation for clinical examinations in gynaecology. This module explores how to examine the pelvis. more
The African Health OER Network: Advancing health education in Africa through open educational resources
This short commentary about the African Health OER Network was published by the /African Journal of Health Professions Education,/ [1] December 2010, Vol. 2, No. 2 [1] http://www.ajhpe.org.za/index.php/ajhpe more
Recommended Practices for Packaging and Distributing OER
OER may be distributed in a variety of formats, including electronically online, removable media (e.g. CD/DVD, or USB), and/or paper hard copies. In order to maximize its reach and visibility, OER is often distributed online which introduces new considerations such as managing file size and selecting appropriate descriptive data (commonly referred to as metadata). File size is an especially... more
Surgical Repair of Vesico-Vaginal Fistulae (VVF)
The aim of this document is to introduce vesico-vaginal fistulae (VVF) and the guiding principles associated with its surgical repair.This work is meant for all surgeons who decide to restore to dignity these unfortunate patients in resource-poor settings. A Portuguese version [1]of this document is also available on this website. [1] http://www.oerafrica.org/ResourceDownload.aspx?assetid... more
Fostering Cross-institutional Collaboration for Open Educational Resources Production
Although there are over a quarter of a million open courses published by an increasing number of universities, it remains unclear whether Open Education Resources (OER) is scalable and productively sustainable. The challenge is compounded when OER is examined in the light of its potential to allow both educators and learners in developing countries to contribute geographically bound learning... more
Guide to gaining ethical consent from patients for content released as OER
OER Africa has developed a guide for OER creators to obtain consent from patients who participate in an OER project. The guide covers general ethical principles to consider as well the importance of obtaining consent in line with the cultural context within which one is working. more
University Certificate in Midwifery
This CD ROM has been developed to support the UCM and upgrading midwifery programmes. It combines a number of new strategies that are being piloted by MCH department to respond to the national needs within the Health sector. These include reducing maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality in relation to Millennium Development Goals 4, 5... more
Supporting Collaboration and Harnessing of OER Within the Policy Framework of KNUST
Supporting Collaboration and Harnessing of OER Within the Policy Framework of KNUST: Report Prepared by OER Africa on Behalf of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). As part of a broader process of stimulating collaboration amongst distance education providers taking place under the auspices of the African Council on Distance Education’s Technical Committee on... more
Total Abdominal Hysterectomy
This module is meant primarily for medical students but may also be useful for residents and health practitioners. The module includes three interactive case studies with some background information as well as discussion of possible post-surgery complications, narrated video clips of each stage the total abdominal hysterectomy procedure, and a self-assessment on the procedure. more
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