Distance Learning
In the learning needs assessment done with Network members and members of three MLA chapters in 2005, we found that the top barriers to taking "in person" courses are travel distance, time away from work, and cost. This section points to various distance learning opportunities.
PSR Distance Learning Resources
This section includes video tutorials about recent consumer health databases and Web sites from NLM. You will need the latest version of Macromedia Flash Player in order to view them.
- Genetics Home Reference - information about genetic conditions and the genes or chromosomes responsible for those conditions
- Household Products Database - contains health and safety information on over 7000 consumer brand products
- Infopeople Webcast - Beyond an Apple a Day: Providing Consumer Health Information in a Public Library - brief overview of basics of providing consumer health information
- Infopeople Webcast - A Younger Generation of Older Adults: Health Information for Boomers
- Infopeople Webcast - Communicating about Health: Empowering Patrons to Communicate with Their Health Care Providers
- Infopeople Webinar - An In-depth Look at MedlinePlus
- Genetics Resources for the Health Professional online class
NLM Distance Learning Resources
In the section below you will find highlights from NLM's Distance Education Program Resources Web Page.
- PubMed Tutorial - shows you how to search PubMed for journal literature
-
Search Clinic: Chemicals and Drugs in PubMed - hour-long online clinic
on how to find articles about a chemical or drug of interest
- MedlinePlus Tour - an animated tour of MedlinePlus (8 minutes)
- DOCLINE Tutorial - provides a step-by-step orientation
Other Distance Learning Resources
This section highlights distance learning resources from other trusted organizations.
- California Distance Learning Health Network - provides continuing education distance learning opportunities focusing on public health for healthcare professionals
- CDC Training and Continuing Education Online - satellite broadcasts from the CDC
- NN/LM Distance Learning Opportunities in the NTCC Clearinghouse - course offerings from the network
