Practice-Based Learning Approach (PBLA): an alternative responsive method for HIS change intervention

Abstract

Executive Summary

The effectiveness of traditional short-term training in classroom or hall settings is controversial. Thus, considering an alternative responsive approach is imperative. In this communication brief, we introduce the Practice-Based Learning Approach (PBLA) as an alternative training method that appears to be more effective and efficient. We investigated the effect of the PBLA between December  1st  and  30th,  2020., on a sample of four health centers namely, Gebrekiristos, Abela, Wonago, and Regdina. Using a standard mentorship guideline, we considered a purposive sample of HMIS registries: ANC, Delivery, PNC, FP, OPD, and Emergency units, since these cover large proportions of the registries' activities Before the implementation of PBLA training, the performance rates of these health centers were 43%, 34%, 57%, and 26% respectively. Following the PBLA approach, we observed a remarkable improvement in their performance. Gebrekiristos HC showed an increase to 97%, Abela HC to 89%, Wonago HC to 83%, and Regdina HC to 97%. The difference was significant (P<0.05). These findings highlight the effectiveness of PBLA in enhancing the performance of health centers. The approach has a superior effect in helping learners improve their competence ", and performance with a higher possibility of putting the training/learning into practice.