Essential Area 2: Educational Planning and
Evaluation
Element 2.4
Evaluate the effectiveness of its CME
activities in meeting identified educational needs.
A provider must develop an appropriate
evaluation method to measure whether needs (as reflected in the program
objectives) are met through individual CME activities. It may also be
helpful to know other things such as what participants say are the
‘take home’ messages or whether the room was comfortable and
conducive to learning. An evaluation form given to everyone in the room
is appropriate, but not the only way to evaluate. Another way to gather
information might be to have a more in-depth review by a limited number
of attendees or to email a follow up evaluation to participants. A high
response rate is essential to know if the ratings and comments reflect
the sentiment of the group. The evaluation method must be appropriate to
the format and provide feedback that helps the committee assess the
value of the activity.
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2.5
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